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My Career in Failure Analysis Consulting
Presentation by:
Amy E. Richards, Ph.D., P.E.
Senior Staff Consultant
Engineering Systems, Inc.
B.S., Mechanical Engineering, Texas A&M University, 2006
M.S., Mechanical Engineering, Colorado School of Mines, 2010
Ph.D., Mechanical Engineering, minor in Chemical Engineering, Colorado School of Mines, 2012
Began working at ESI in May 2013
Fire and Explosions Practice Group
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Background
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Failure Analysis Engineering
Identify the Problem
Define the Problem
Collect Data
Analyze Data
Develop Hypotheses
Test Hypotheses
Select Final Hypothesis
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Applying the Scientific Method
Photography
Measurements
Non-Destructive Testing
Destructive Testing
Research on Standards, Product Manuals, Literature
Documentation Review
Calculations
Computer Modeling
Experiments with Exemplar Components
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Tools and Techniques
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Barn Explosion
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Gas Heater Flare Connection
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Analysis Via CT Scanning (Exemplar Fittings)
Intact Flare No Flare Pulled Out Flare
Identify the Problem
Define the Problem
Collect Data
Analyze Data
Develop Hypotheses
Test Hypotheses
Select Final Hypothesis
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Applying the Scientific Method
Math and science
Inductive and Deductive Reasoning – The Scientific Method
Photography
Writing
Oral Communication
Debate Skills
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Key Skills to Teach
Volunteer Speakers for Classrooms, Events
Physics Summer Camps for Girls
Equity Training for Educators
High Tech High Heels (Dallas Organization)
http://www.hightechhighheels.org/
National Alliance for Partnerships in Equity
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Resources for You
