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March: Celebrating women and their scientific brilliance!
In Canada, March marks National Engineering Month! It’s a time to celebrate the remarkable contributions of the engineering community and spark the interest of future engineers and scientists! But March is also dedicated to honoring women, many of whom have made significant strides in science. So let's seize this opportunity to honor all those who have played a pivotal role in shaping our modern world.
The investigation process of structural failures
Structures can fail due to various factors: overloading, caused by climactic events, material deterioration, or issues during design, construction, or maintenance, is a common cause. In this video we explore the complexities of investigating structural failures, outline the steps involved and discuss subsequent actions. Our experts provide valuable insights into the role of forensic engineers in ensuring the safety and integrity of our built environment.
Commonalities between forensic engineering and the refrigerator? Preservation... of food or evidence!
While refrigerating food is a safe daily practice today, it wasn't always the case! Traditional methods of preservation such as dehydration, cooking, adding food additives, or canning have limitations, leading many researchers in the 19th century to explore new technology. James Harrison, a journalist, printer, politician, and even an inventor (he must have been bored!), was ultimately the first to obtain a patent for his refrigeration system in 1855.
The ABC’s of structural analysis
When an incident occurs that damages a structure, the insurers involved often call on the services of a civil engineering expert, among others, to assess the building's structural integrity, evaluate the extent of the damage and/or provide recommendations as to the work required. Within the framework of these assignments, forensic structural engineers may be called upon to perform structural analyses and produce repair plans.
CEP's Guide to Crafting Your Perfect Gingerbread House!
Creating the perfect gingerbread house can be a delightful yet complicated process. Maybe even frustrating if you have a penchant for excellence! But fear not, perfectionists – this year, CEP has your back!
A methodical dive into vehicle fire investigations
Vehicle fires can be triggered by a host of different sources, making it a real challenge to determine the cause. Critical questions arise in the investigative process: Did the vehicle have any known mechanical issues? Are there recalls associated with its make and model? Could environmental factors, like wind patterns, explain the uneven distribution of damage? This video delves into the meticulous process that investigators need to follow to shed light on the reasons behind a vehicle catching fire.
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