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Case Studies
Tower Crane Collapse
Tower Crane Collapse A 300-ft tower crane collapsed onto the intersection of two major streets in downtown San Francisco during the morning rush hour. The accident fatally injured four crew
Fastener Failure
Fastener Failure – Creep Rupture This case study details the failure of five threaded rods from a support system within a high-temperature furnace. The furnace operated at approximately 1250F, and
Leaking Chemical Storage Tank
Leaking Chemical Storage Tank A chemical storage tank at a manufacturing facility began to leak trace quantities of the chemical from the tank into the chemical containment area surrounding the
Failure of Inlet Pigtail Pipes
Failed Pigtail Pipes This case study details the failure of recently replaced inlet pigtail pipes for a hydrogen reformer furnace. The pigtail connection to the catalyst tube consisted of a
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Editor’s Choice 2020: Journal of Failure Analysis and Prevention
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