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Riverine Flooding

Background A river followed a natural path that passed through a golf course. In 2011, flooding from a hurricane caused significant erosion and damage that…

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Rimkus Connections: January 2024 Edition

Happy New Year! Looking Ahead to 2024 We’re reflecting on 2023 with gratitude and wishing you peace and prosperity in 2024. Thank you to our…

$View of the ruptured cylinder in the as-received condition. A primarily axial rupture split the cylinder wide open. The axial fracture turned circumferential in opposing directions at the base of the cylinder. The two fracture halves are labeled “A” and “B” for examination identification purposes. The green arrows indicate the rupture initiation site. The smaller black arrows indicate the direction of fracture propagation.$

Case Study

Failure Analysis of Ruptured Inergen Fire Suppression Cylinder

Background A ruptured cylinder from a fire suppression system was received by the Rimkus Materials Testing and Investigation team for analysis to determine the cause…

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

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…

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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…

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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…

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…