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Textile & Materials Engineering Expert Witness
This expert has significant experience in the development of new products and new test methods for their evaluation, including emerging nano and bio technology based products for healthcare, body protection, space exploration, etc. applications. His research contributions cover the areas of objective evaluation of subjective properties, the study of structure-property relationships, and process/product optimization. He completed his BS and MS in Textile Technology at the University of Madras. In addition, he is active in his field serving as a leader in several AATCC technical committees and in the Fiber Society. Formerly, he held roles as Professor of Textile Technology at the University of Madras, Research Associate at North Carolina State University, and Research Scientist at Georgia Institute of Technology. Currently, he serves as Principal Research Scientist at Georgia Institute of Technology. In this position, he coordinates the industry support activities of his school and works extensively with the global textile and allied industries to solve a wide range of problems associated with the design, production and quality of fiber based products. His background in materials covers all three material types - polymers, metals and ceramics. In the last 12 years, he served as an expert witness in more than 25 litigations spread across multiple states. He worked for both defendants and plaintiffs represented by the local, state and federal government and private agencies.
Principal Research Scientist & Senior Academic Professional, An Technology University in Georgia
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Indian Institute of Technology
Georgia
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What Can a Polymer Expert Witness Opine On?
Polymer Synthesis
Creating polymers through chemical reactions.
Polymer Characterization
Analyzing polymer properties and structure.
Polymer Processing
Shaping polymers into desired forms.
Crosslinking
Strengthening polymers by creating bonds.
Degradation Testing
Assessing polymer durability over time.
Additive Incorporation
Integrating additives to enhance performance.
FAQs for Polymer Expert Witnesses
What is the role of a polymer expert witness?
A polymer expert witness is a materials specialist who explains complex plastic and polymer issues in legal cases. They assist by reviewing technical records, testing materials, and testifying to clarify polymer failures.
In what types of cases may it be beneficial to engage a polymer expert witness?
A polymer expert witness is valuable in product liability, materials failure, patent disputes, manufacturing defects, contamination, degradation, and polymer processing cases.
How can a polymer expert witness evaluate alleged material defects?
A polymer expert witness evaluates alleged material defects by reviewing design specs, conducting lab tests, analyzing failures, and comparing results to industry standards.
What qualifications should counsel seek in a polymer expert witness?
Counsel should seek a polymer expert witness with advanced polymer science education, industry and forensic experience, strong testifying history, and clear, well-documented methodologies.
How does a polymer expert witness assess compliance with industry standards?
A polymer expert witness assesses compliance with industry standards by reviewing materials, test data, manufacturing processes, and documentation against relevant technical specifications.
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