Forensic Engineering: Damage Assessments for Residential and Commercial Structures

Forensic Engineering: Damage Assessments for Residential and Commercial Structures, Second Edition is a comprehensive resource that builds a bridge between engineering disciplines and the building sciences and trades. It provides an extensive look into the world of forensic engineering, focusing on investigations associated with insurance industry claims. Edited by an industry expert with more than 40 years of experience and contributors with more than 100 years of experience, the book takes the technical aspects of engineering and scientific principles and applies them to real-world issues in a nontechnical manner. It covers 24 topics in forensic engineering and includes references to many codes, standards, technical literature, and industry best practices.

Format: Hardback
Length: 771 pages
Publication date: 24 September 2021
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Forensic Engineering: Damage Assessments for Residential and Commercial Structures, Second Edition, is a comprehensive resource that serves as a vital bridge between engineering disciplines and the building sciences and trades. It delves into the realm of forensic engineering, offering an in-depth exploration of investigations related to insurance industry claims. The book provides a detailed account of methodologies for conducting insurance-related investigations, encompassing the assessment of damage to residential and commercial structures, as well as the evaluation of unhealthy interior environments and their adverse effects on occupants.

Edited by an industry expert with over 40 years of experience and contributors with over 100 years of field expertise, this book seamlessly blends technical aspects of engineering and scientific principles with practical applications in a nontechnical manner. It offers readers a wealth of insights, investigation methodologies, and investigation protocols derived from thousands of forensic engineering investigations.

The book is organized into 24 comprehensive topics, each based on extensive field investigations. It provides a proven methodology rooted in engineering and scientific principles, experience, and common sense to determine the causes of forensic failures pertaining to residential and commercial properties. It includes comprehensive references to various codes, standards, technical literature, and industry best practices, ensuring readers have access to the most up-to-date information and guidance.

Furthermore, the book is adorned with detailed and informative examples, utilizing color photographs and figures, to illustrate industry best practices and identify improper installations. By consolidating information from a diverse range of resources, the book presents a concise and user-friendly guide that empowers professionals in the field of forensic engineering. Whether you are a practicing engineer, architect, insurance professional, or legal practitioner, Forensic Engineering: Damage Assessments for Residential and Commercial Structures, Second Edition, is an indispensable resource that will enhance your understanding of forensic engineering and its applications in the real world.

Dimension: 254 x 178 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367758134
Edition number: 2 New edition