This materials science expert witness has more than 35 years of professional experience in materials engineering and materials science, with technical specialization in glass, ceramics, and advanced composite materials. He holds a Doctor of Philosophy in Ceramic Science and Engineering, a Master of Science in Ceramic Science and Engineering, and a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry. His work addresses engineering analysis of material properties, processing methods, and performance characteristics of ceramic, glass, polymer, and metal systems used in industrial and engineered applications. He has prior experience providing expert witness services and offers technical evaluation in matters involving materials performance, fracture behavior, and manufacturing processes affecting advanced materials systems.

His technical background includes the design, processing, and evaluation of engineered ceramics, glass-ceramics, and graphite materials used in high-temperature and industrial environments. His work involves investigation of fracture mechanisms, fractography, corrosion and erosion resistance, and root-cause analysis of materials failures. Additional expertise includes coatings, refractory materials, radar-absorbing materials, and carbon- and graphite-based composites used in industrial, aerospace, and defense-related applications, often involving process analysis, materials testing, and evaluation of manufacturing methods affecting the performance of engineered materials.

His professional experience also includes materials development and commercialization activities involving the scale-up and market introduction of ceramic, glass, and composite materials technologies. He has held leadership roles in consulting and materials technology companies focused on engineered ceramics, graphite materials, and high-temperature polymers, as well as engineering and development roles in aerospace and industrial materials programs. His work has also involved development of composite materials, coatings, and advanced ceramic technologies used in aerospace, semiconductor, and industrial applications, along with research in ceramic processing and materials characterization, and contributions to numerous technical publications and patents related to materials science and advanced materials technologies.