Resource Center

$An overview of the fractured input shaft (top) and two comparison shafts that had undergone similar racing conditions.$

Case Study

Failure Analysis of a Race Car Transmission Input Shaft

Background A 300M ultra-high strength steel transmission input shaft fractured during a NASCAR race after approximately 254 miles. A metallurgical failure analysis was performed by…

The above image shows the two brass elbow plumbing fittings in the received condition for analysis. Significant deposits and various stains were observed on the outer surface of the fittings.

Case Study

Analysis of Degraded Brass Plumbing Fittings

Background Two 90-degree brass plumbing fittings were received by the Rimkus Materials Testing and Investigation team for a corrosion investigation to determine the extent of…

Article

New York City Parapet Inspections

Did you know the law requiring periodic inspection of parapet walls in New York City goes into effect on January 1, 2024? New York City…

Article

Cooling Tower Maintenance and Replacement

Cooling Tower Maintenance and Replacement When was the last time you had a thorough inspection of your cooling tower system? Regular inspections and proactive maintenance…

Article

Industrial Energy Services

Rimkus experts evaluate complex problems related to the energy, oil and gas, and manufacturing industries. We provide understandable analyses that help explain how a system…

Article

Rimkus Sports Science Consulting

The Rimkus Sports Science Consulting group works with leagues and teams, governing bodies, athlete associations, manufacturers, and investors to tackle the unique challenges facing the…

Article

Planning Your 2024 Building Projects

Have you started thinking about your 2024 capital projects? Assessment of your building’s exterior components, internal systems, necessary upgrades, and compliance with building codes and…

Article

Forensic Human Factors Services

Human Factors is the study of the capabilities and limitations of people and how these shape the ways in which people make decisions regarding interactions…

Case Study

Oil and Gas Midstream Personal Injury Hot Work and Line Break

Background An oil and gas midstream company subcontracted plant modifications to accept a new crude oil product. The modifications included making tie-ins to existing piping…

Case Study

Chemical Cloud Dispersion Analysis

Background The plume from a chemical plant fire drifted over residential areas as it dissipated. Local residents were instructed to stay inside until the fire…

Case Study

Tanker Truck Internal Corrosion

Background A stainless-steel tanker truck was leased for the purpose of hauling a specific fluid used in the oil and gas industry. The fluid was…

Article

A Comprehensive Approach to Transportation Investigations in the Pacific Northwest

Rimkus consultants provide expertise related to injury biomechanics, accident reconstruction, mechanical engineering, toxicology, and digital intelligence. Our highly skilled team has the knowledge and experience…

Resource Center

Filter By

Content Type

Published Date

Sort By

Filter By

Content Type

Published Date

Sort By

Failure Analysis of a Race Car Transmission Input Shaft

Analysis of Degraded Brass Plumbing Fittings

New York City Parapet Inspections

Cooling Tower Maintenance and Replacement

Industrial Energy Services

Rimkus Sports Science Consulting

Planning Your 2024 Building Projects

Forensic Human Factors Services

Oil and Gas Midstream Personal Injury Hot Work and Line Break

Chemical Cloud Dispersion Analysis

Tanker Truck Internal Corrosion

A Comprehensive Approach to Transportation Investigations in the Pacific Northwest

Company

Industries

Built Environment Solutions

Claims and Disputes

Expert Services

Forensics

Environmental

Human Health and Safety

Infrastructure and Construction

Technological Solutions

Laboratory Services

Life Sciences

Project, Commercial, and Advisory Services

Resource Center