This is an exercise to develop the abilities of observation. What can one know from examining this photograph? The wood trusses are showing distress. Specifically, the members are buckling and the trusses are leaning as evidenced by the members… Read More
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What Can We Tell from This Photograph? (Case Study 2)
This is an exercise to develop the abilities of observation. What can one know from examining this photograph? The tabs with the horizontal and diagonal creases (upper left of the photo), the double horizontal creases (lower center of the photo),… Read More
What Can We Tell from This Photograph? (Case Study 1)
This is an exercise to develop the abilities of observation. What can one know from examining this photograph? The framing and the insulation indicate that it was taken in an attic. The color of the lumber and the use… Read More
Some Evidences of Recent Movement
We are often called in to evaluate as to whether some particular damage is old or new, that is, did it occur recently as reported or has it been present and possibly progressing for years. As experienced forensic engineers we… Read More