Academic Credentials
  • Ph.D., Mechanical Engineering, Missouri University of Science and Technology, 2021
  • M.S., Subsea Engineering, University of Strathclyde, 2015
  • B.S., Metallurgical and Materials Engineering, University of Lagos, 2012
Licenses & Certifications
  • Professional Engineer Mechanical, California, #41912
Professional Honors
  • Tau Beta Pi Engineering Honor Society
Professional Affiliations
  • American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM)
  • National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE)
  • American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP)
  • American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME)

Dr. Fashanu specializes in mechanical design, mechanics of materials, manufacturing processes and systems, failure analysis, and failure prevention. He provides support for complex investigations related to design, manufacturing, compliance, safety, and quality issues across various industries, including aerospace, automotive, consumer products, and renewable energy such as wind and solar power. Dr. Fashanu has significant experience in carrying out technical analyses related to intellectual property claims. He supports litigation matters concerning industrial and workplace safety. His consulting services cover product recalls, product defect litigation, intellectual property litigation, products liability and workplace safety litigation (including OSHA), and insurance disputes.

Dr. Fashanu leverages his understanding of mechanical design, manufacturing systems, and failure analysis to provide solutions for both litigation and non-litigation projects. He helps clients identify improvements in product design, manufacturing, assembly, and with product compliance and safety evaluations. His experience includes performing standardized and custom testing, conducting hands-on factory floor inspections, and the review of manufacturing processes and procedures.

Dr. Fashanu also performs testing, design, and performance evaluations for both litigation and non-litigation projects involving a variety of products, some of which include automotive components, composite materials, hoses, dampers, bearings, flame retardant materials, and various electrical devices and components. Additionally, he assists clients in understanding and solving challenges related to additive manufacturing.

Prior to joining Exponent, Dr. Fashanu completed his Ph.D. at the Missouri S&T on additively manufactured (3D printed) cellular structures. During his studies, he performed research in collaboration with Honeywell Federal Manufacturing and Spirit AeroSystems to understand the mechanical performance of additively manufactured metallic solids and cellular structures. Additionally, he worked on the mechanical characterization of microwave cured carbon fiber reinforced polymers and the numerical and performance optimization of coaxial horizontal axis hydrokinetic turbine systems.