Failure Analysis

FromThielsch Engineering, Inc.

Thielsch Engineering provides answers to a variety of material-related issues with an emphasis on material testing and failure analysis. Failure analysis of structures is the investigative procedure used to determine the cause and effects of a failure of a mechanical system. Whether the mode of failure is a complete catastrophic structural failure or simply a failure to meet specified design goals, the investigation requires an orderly method to ascertain the operational loads and/or procedures, design and as-built specifications and observed failures to meet design goals. This analysis is often used to develop the background necessary for expert testimony.