Failure Analysis Basics (Introduction to FA) I

Monday, September 28, 2026: 9:00 AM-10:20 AM
306A (Québec City Convention Centre)
Session focused on introductory topics related to failure analysis and prevention. Failures and associated materials characterizations connected to fundamental mechanisms and metallurgy areas of interest.
9:20 AM
Integrating Materials Laboratory Testing, Inspection Records, Process Records, and Statistical Analyses to Evaluate a Pipe Recall
Dr. Ellen E. Wright, Ph.D., P.E., Engineering Systems Inc. (ESi); Dr. Alfred M. Pettinger, Ph.D., P.E., Engineering Systems Inc. (ESi); Mr. Reed A. Pruitt, B.S., S.C.W.I., Engineering Systems Inc. (ESi)
9:40 AM
Visual Examination of Failures
Mr. Ronald Parrington, P.E., FASM, Applied Technical Services (ATS)