rti 2014 service boooklet

R T I P R O F I L E O F E X P E R T I S E A N D S E R V I C E S

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I N T R O D U C T I O N

R T I ’ S M I S S I O N I S T O P R O V I D E I T S C L I E N T S W I T H L E A D I N G Q U A L I T Y C O N S U L T I N G S E R V I C E S T H A T H A V E E S T A B L I S H E D T H E H I G H E S T S T A N D A R D S I N F O R E N S I C E N G I N E E R I N G A N D R E L A T E D F I E L D S ; A S E R V I C E T H A T I S C O N S I S T E N T L Y R E S P O N S I V E , P R O F E S S I O N A L , O B J E C T I V E , A N D C O S T E F F E C T I V E .

W H E R E S O L U T I O N S B E Y O N D P R O B A B L E C A U S E A R E D I S C O V E R E D

Welcome to RTI’s world. Where, since 1975, we have been responding to unique technological challenges, conducting innovative research, collaborating with intense analysis, and developing clearly presented results. RTI affiliated companies are a leading multidisciplinary global consulting firm that provides world class forensic engineering, research and testing, expert witness, visual media, safety, security, and education services to law firms, insurance companies, corporations, and governments. We serve such industries as aviation; marine; rail transportation; electric and gas utilities; construction; and consumer, medical, and industrial products.

It is my pleasure to introduce this exciting compendium of RTI’s growing service areas and facilities. For the first time we have brought together the wide range of established and new services in a single booklet for your convenience. Along with its traditional areas of engineering expertise and Anamet's A2LA accredited laboratory testing, RTI now offers additional quality services in aviation safety management systems; cyber forensics and e-discovery; ISO accredited marine and aviation risk, safety, security, and auditing services; advanced techniques in evidence and site digitization using UAVs. Our Imaging Sciences Group constructs interactive virtual displays of the accident scene with precise reconstruction of the pivotal event, just released as the RTI 720°TM Smart AnimationTM solution. RTI is now poised to better serve you in addressing all present and future technological challenges with its new world headquarters, research laboratories, and conference centre on the eastern shore of Maryland. Call now and come see us soon.

Joseph R Reynolds, PE MEWI MAEPresident, CEO and Principal Forensic Engineer

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O U R T E A M

O U R T E A M

Creating a unique set of services that complement each other to provide the highest quality one-stop-shop for our clients takes an exceptional team. Providing these services around the world requires an incomparable team of professionals. RTI prides

“ W E C A N N O T S O L V E A P R O B L E M B Y U S I N G T H E S A M E K I N D O F T H I N K I N G W E U S E D W H E N W E C R E A T E D T H E M . ” ~ A L B E R T E I N S T E I N

itself on maintaining consistent communication between all professionals within its group of companies and consultancy in order to provide the correct service and expert for each matter.

RTI’s professional team includes scientists, master mariners, Professional Engineers, chemists, developers, expert consultants, risk and safety experts, laboratory technicians, metallurgists, pilots, safety and security experts, technical editors, and visual technical artists.

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O U R T E A M

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E F F E C T I V E N E S S O F D E L I V E R Y

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E F F E C T I V E N E S S O F D E L I V E R Y

E N H A N C I N G O U R S E R V I C E A N D D E L I V E R Y F O R Y O U , B Y I M P R O V I N G E F F I C I E N C Y , E F F E C T I V E N E S S , T R A N S P A R E N C Y A N D A C C O U N T A B I L I T Y .

RTI'S PROCESS IS EFFICIENT, CLIENT FOCUSED, AND DETAIL ORIENTED

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U N D E R S T A N D I N G Y O U

R T I I S A P I O N E E R I N G , G L O B A L A C C I D E N T A N D F A I L U R E I N V E S T I G A T I O N A N D S A F E T Y M A N A G E M E N T C O N S U L T A N C Y .

At RTI, we have a single-minded focus: YOU. Our services, training, technology investments, and personnel are all devoted to providing the best service and value possible. In short, everything we do is designed to better understand your business, and forge lasting relationships so we can better assist you.

From initial contact to the final report, we strive to fully understand the matter, your position, and the relationships between all the parties. Throughout, we maintain consistent communications to keep you abreast of the project status. In the end, our goal is to help you provide value to your clients and stakeholders.

At RTI, our roots in Forensic Engineering trace back to 1975. Our longevity and the trust our clients have in RTI is a result of our focus on building relationships. To that effect, our internal goal is to have “clients for life.” See for yourself how everything we do centers around you.

INTEGRATED

APPROACH

OUR INVESTMENT –

YOUR BENEFIT

COMMUNICATION

> We fully engage with you to understand the project, the scope of the work to be completed, and your client’s position in the matter.

> We continually invest in technology and software so we can offer you the most advanced solutions available.> We are in this together. We sponsor and belong to many legal and industry organizations to stay abreast of the technological, legal, and economic issues facing you and your clients.

> Telephone, letter, email, or text, your choice. We are always accessible. We will keep you informed about the work we are doing for you and your clients, provide important updates, and ask timely questions.

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U N D E R S T A N D I N G Y O U

YOUR PROJECT

MULTIDISCIPLINARY

PROJECT TEAMS

COMPREHENSIVECAPABILITIES

VALUE

> With our comprehensive staff we can assemble teams to address all aspects of an investigation. > Our experienced project managers and lead investigators manage and coordinate the team of experts for you, freeing you to focus your efforts on looking after your client's interests.

> Full materials and failure analysis labs on the east and west coasts of the United States> Climate controlled evidence and document storage> Evidence inspection suite with adjacent private viewing/meeting rooms and remote video conferencing participation capability> Electronic Discovery solutions with data storage and data analysis> Cyber Security and Cyber Forensic Solutions for proactive security and data breach investigations> On-site flight simulator> Graphics and animation studio for training and demonstrative visuals

> We offer complete solutions for you and your clients. > Our technical staff conducts thorough investigations to provide reliable answers and information to help advance your position.> Our in-house studio produces demonstrative visuals that present complex ideas in a way that is easily understandable to lay audiences.

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F A C I L I T Y > Chemistry Lab

> Conference Centre

> Electrical and Thermal Lab

> Evidence Storage

> Failsafe Data Centre

> Flight Simulator

> High Tech War Rooms

> Imaging Studio

> Inspection Facility

> Machine Shop

> Mechanical Test Lab

> Metallurgical Prep Lab

> Microscopy Lab

> Seminar and Training Facility

> Visual Media Studio

S E C U R I T Y> Closed Circuit Monitoring with CCTV

> Entry and Exit Logs

> Monitoring via IP Connection to Remote NOC

> Secure Building

Featuring 24/7 HID Key Card Access

> Surveillance 24/7

R E D U N D A N C Y> 200 Kw Generator Power

> Redundant Cooling Design

W O R L D H E A D Q U A R T E R S & R E S E A R C H C E N T R E

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L A B O R A T O R Y S E R V I C E S

RTI provides laboratory testing services through Anamet,inc which is American Association of Laboratory Accreditation (A2LA) accredited in mechanical testing and inorganic chemical analysis procedures, serving a diverse base of industry, legal, and government entities.

L A B O R A T O R Y

A N A M E T , I N C . I S P R O U D T O C O N T I N U E S E R V I N G I T S C L I E N T S W I T H T H E Q U A L I T Y A N D R E S P O N S I V E S E R V I C E S F O R W H I C H I T H A S C O M E T O B E K N O W N S I N C E I T ' S O R I G I N S I N 1 9 5 8 .

Chemical laboratory testing can identify your material by using a variety of instrumental and wet chemistry methods. Our chemistry capabilities include: chemical analysis of metals, powdered metals, composites, ceramics, thermoplastics, thermosets, elastomers, paint, and paint pigments.

W O R L D H E A D Q U A R T E R S & R E S E A R C H C E N T R E

Organic chemistry service can determine your material’s compositional or elemental make-up. We can analyze rubbers, plastics, polymers, paint, and paint pigments. Our systems can provide both qualitative and quantitative information.

Medical device solutions integrate the knowledge of our metallurgical and materials engineers who have extensive experience with medical devices. Anamet’s staff is able to diagnose failure modes associated with corrosion, mechanical damage, structural defects, materials selection, and heat treatment.

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C O N F E R E N C E & J O I N T I N S P E C T I O N C E N T R E

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The RTI Conference & Joint Evidence Inspection Centre offers unique options for hosting a conference or meeting, seminar training, or an evidence inspection. Just minutes over the Chesapeake Bay Bridge on Maryland’s Eastern Shore, RTI’s centre provides state-of-the-art solutions such as live streaming and recording video, in-house AV systems, inspection tools, and lighting. Catering to the needs of professionals, the spaces are designed to be tailored to each unique event. With all-inclusive pricing that includes meals, breaks, conference space, and wireless internet, our expert staff ensures that no detail is overlooked. Regardless of the size and scope, RTI will ensure your group a secure, exclusive, and productive event. Our central mid-Atlantic location is ideal, just 50 miles from both Washington, DC and Baltimore, MD, and 100 miles from Philadelphia, PA. Easton/Newnam Field Airport for private jet service is only a 30 minute drive from our centre, and the Bay Bridge Airport (W29) is just 5 minutes away.

“ T H E D I F F E R E N C E B E T W E E N T H E R I G H T W O R D A N D T H E A L M O S T R I G H T W O R D I S T H E D I F F E R E N C E B E T W E E N L I G H T N I N G A N D A L I G H T N I N G B U G . ” ~ M A R K T W A I N

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F O R E N S I C E N G I N E E R I N G

> Incident and accident analysis based on proven aviation and marine system safety and team investigation methods

> Expert witness testimony in mediation, arbitration hearings, and courts of law

> Disaster scenario productions for emergency response exercise training

> Destructive and non- destructive testing of equipment and systems

> Technical consulting and incident response services

> Accident reconstruction and root cause analysis

> Human factors and behavior analyses

> Computer multi-physics modelling analysis

> Material and component failure analysis

> Structured safety program development

> Risk management control strategies

> Advisory and consulting services

> Resource management training

> Forensic visuals

E X P E R T I S E

RTI engineers, scientists, and experts perform objective professional forensic investigations and present understandable technical evaluations of accidents and failure events. Our consultants' collective experience enables us to provide our clients with invaluable knowledge of field engineering and forensic investigation processes for loss control and evaluation as they apply to legal, insurance, and regulatory areas. We are a multi-lingual, multi-cultural organization with consultants around the world who have the ability and the desire to communicate with our clients and respect their cultures while effectively meeting their forensic engineering and investigation needs.

F R O M E X P E R T E N G I N E E R I N G , S C I E N T I F I C A N D I N V E S T I G A T I V E A N A L Y S E S T O W R I T T E N A N D V I S U A L P R E S E N T A T I O N , R T I H A S T H E P E O P L E , E X P E R I E N C E , T E C H N O L O G Y , A N D V I S I O N T O M A N A G E A W I D E R A N G E O F P R O J E C T S A N D I N V E S T I G A T I O N S , A N D T O E F F E C T I V E L Y C O M M U N I C A T E R E S U L T S .


R T I F O U N D E R S W E R E A M O N G T H E F I R S T T O C O I N T H E P R O F E S S I O N A L P R A C T I C E T E R M “ F O R E N S I C E N G I N E E R I N G ” I N 1 9 7 5 . C U R R E N T R T I M A N A G E M E N T T E A M M E M B E R S A R E D E D I C A T E D T O I N N O V A T I V E L E A D E R S H I P I N M E E T I N G T H E C H A L L E N G E S O F C H A N G E I N T H E S E C O N D D E C A D E O F T H I S C E N T U R Y A N D B E Y O N D .

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R T I ' S E X P E R T S H A V E I N V E S T I G A T E D A C C I D E N T S , L O S S E S , A N D T E C H N I C A L I S S U E S I N A V A R I E T Y O F A V I A T I O N M A T T E R S F O R M A N U F A C T U R E R S , O P E R A T O R S , A N D G O V E R N M E N T A U T H O R I T I E S ; A N D H A V E S E R V E D A S E X P E R T W I T N E S S E S F O R L A W F I R M S A N D I N S U R A N C E C O M P A N I E S .

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A V I A T I O N I N V E S T I G A T I O N

C A P A B I L I T I E S > Accident site Documentation

> Aeronautics

> Aerospace Medicine

> Air Traffic Control

> Avionics

> Computer Modelling

> DFDR/CVR Analysis

> Electrical Systems

> Fires and Explosions

> Flight Operations

> Flight Simulators and Training

> Human Factors

> Laboratory Analysis of Material Failures

> Pilots/Flight Engineers

E X P E R I E N C E > Air Transport Aircraft

> Business Aircraft

> Cargo Aircraft

> Experimental Aircraft

> General Aviation Aircraft

> Helicopters

> Hot Air and Gas Balloons

> Military Aircraft

> Spacecraft

> UAVs

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RTI has a long history conducting independent investigations to assist manufacturers and airlines resolve safety issues arising from aircraft accidents and incidents. This includes core competencies and capabilities to investigate, research, and report on both small and catastrophic accidents; analyze material failures; capture forensic imagery; and produce computer animations of flight paths and tutorial visualisations of key technical issues.

Structured to respond quickly to events, RTI maintains a staff much like that of an official governmental investigatory branch or board that enables a managed team approach when required. In fact, the RTI aviation team includes former members of state accident investigation offices and heads of airline and aircraft manufacturing safety departments.

RTI is also the producer of the internationally acclaimed AViCON conferences, a series of aviation disaster management and resolution educational programs.

O U R I N T E R N A T I O N A L L Y K N O W N A V I A T I O N E X P E R T S A R E D R A W N F R O M I N D U S T R Y , A C A D E M I A , A N D G O V E R N M E N T .


RTI international maritime casualty and forensic investigators are highly skilled and experienced, with a range of backgrounds and areas of expertise across all marine environments and inland waterways. Our marine professionals are supported by a large multidisciplinary team of investigators and experts, enabling us to provide a unique service that integrates the methodology and forensic science of air accidents and other high-risk industry casualty investigations into the marine sector.

C A P A B I L I T I E S > Accident Investigation

> Accident Animations and Reconstructions

> Cargo stowage, Lashing and Securing

> Due Diligence Studies

> Failure Analysis, including Welds, Fasteners,

and Ship Systems

> Environmentalists

> Experts for Litigation

> Fire and Explosions

> Marine Biology

> Meteorology

> Naval Architects

> Quality Management and ISO audits

> Risk, Safety and Security Consultancy (ISM,

SMS, ISPS)

> Training Courses

E X P E R I E N C E > Bulk, Dry Cargo, Container, Tankers

and RoRo vessels

> Off-shore Vessels, FPSOs, LNG,

SPM

> Off-shore Helicopter Operations

> Logistics and Supply Chains

> Oil and Gas

> Ports and Terminals

> Subsea Operations

> Off-shore Wind Farms

> Welding Failure

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M A R I N E

M A R I N E C O N S U L T A N C Y A N D C A S U A L T Y I N V E S T I G A T I O N

R T I ’ S L A R G E M U L T I D I S C I P L I N A R Y T E A M O F I N V E S T I G A T O R S A N D E X P E R T S H A S B E E N D E A L I N G W I T H H I G H - R I S K M A R I N E C A S U A L T Y I N V E S T I G A T I O N S F O R O V E R 3 0 Y E A R S .

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M A R I N E

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E L E C T R I C U T I L I T Y

U T I L I T Y S E R V I C E S > Accident Analysis Reconstruction

> Addressing Prudence Issues Related to Rate Base and Regulatory Hearings

> Asset Management Studies

> Cable Engineering

> Code Compliance Analysis

> Computer Animation Tutorials

> Condition Assessment

> Engineering Design Analysis

> Enhanced Reliability Analysis

> Equipment Failure Analysis

> Equipment Performance Analysis

> Fire and Explosion Determination

> Forensic Photography and Video

> Forensic Root Cause Analysis

> Improved Equipment Reliability Recommendations

> Industrial Hazards Analysis

> Live Line Contact Analysis

> Maintenance Procedures Analysis

> Materials Failure Analysis

> Mechanical Equipment Failure Analysis

> Operations History Analysis

> Repair/Replace Options Analysis

> Risk Assessments

> Standard Operations and Procedures

> Utility Spokesperson in Press Conferences, City Council Meetings, and Courts of Law

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> Air Preheaters

> Bearings, Shafts, Couplings

> Boilers - Coal, Oil, Nuclear

> Bushings

> Cables

> Capacitors

> Circuit Breakers

> Condensers

> Cooling Towers

> Distribution Systems

> Exciters

> Feedwater Heaters

> Generators

> Motors

> Nuclear Reactors

> Overhead Lines

> Piping

> Pressure Vessels

> Pulverizers

> Reclosers

> Relays

> Substations

> Surge Arresters

> Switchgear, Bus Networks, Controls

> Toxic, Hazardous Materials

> Transformers

> Transmission Lines

> Turbines - Gas, Steam, Hydro

> Underground Lines

> Valves and Metering Devices

P O W E R U T I L I T Y E Q U I P M E N T E X P E R T I S E

E L E C T R I C U T I L I T Y

E L E C T R I C U T I L I T Y E N G I N E E R I N G

An innovative leader in technical evaluation services for electric utilities since 1975, RTI’s forensic engineering experts are recognized as experienced problem-solvers. We have developed techniques and analytical methods using the most recent technologies to ensure the highest quality expertise and services at a reasonable cost.

R T I ' S E L E C T R I C U T I L I T Y E X P E R T S F R O M D E S I G N , M A N U F A C T U R I N G A N D O P E R A T I O N S H A V E T E A M E D W I T H E N G I N E E R I N G A N D S C I E N T I F I C S P E C I A L I S T S T O P R O V I D E S E R V I C E S T O T H E P O W E R I N D U S T R Y F O R M O R E T H A N T H R E E D E C A D E S .

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RTI 720°TM represents the next generation in trial graphics. Moving beyond fixed, linear animations that can only be played, paused and rewound in a digital video player; RTI can explain complex concepts more effectively with the development of the RTI 720° which gives the presenter control of a virtual environment, and makes it possible to quickly adapt visual presentations during trial. From changes in expert testimony to a more powerful cross examination, RTI 720° helps you overcome the limitations of typical computer graphics.

This solution is a fully immersive digital environment that allows the presenter limitless views to tell their story, and observe the scene while the accident occurs. The presenter or user is able to travel through the digital environment and watch the story from various perspectives. The evidence can be virtually explored and investigated from all angles as well as taken apart to explore the inner workings and functions. The power of the RTI 720° also allows instructors to train personnel how to perform a task or procedure without the need of physically putting them in the environment.

R T I 7 2 0 S M A R T A N I M A T I O N

R T I 7 2 0 ° T M R E P R E S E N T S T H E N E X T G E N E R A T I O N I N T R I A L G R A P H I C S A N D T R A I N I N G .

™

R T I 7 2 0 ° T M S M A R T A N I M A T I O N T M

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R T I 7 2 0 S M A R T A N I M A T I O N

D E L I V E R A B L E F O R M A T S

> Downloadable Executable Application

> DVD, CD, or Memory Stick with Autoplay

> HTML or hosted on RTI’s secure web environment

A P P L I C A T I O N S

> Accident Reconstructions

> Criminal Law

> Exploration of

•CrimeScene

•FlightPath

•Manufacturing

•Processes

•Products

> Litigation

•ConstructionDefects

•MedicalDevices

•MedicalMalpractice

•PatentDisputes

•ProductLiability

> Training

•Operations

•Process

> Witness Recollection

R T I 7 2 0 ° T M

> Exploded Object View

> Infinite Viewing Angles

> Interactive 3D Environment

> Multiple Scenario Capability

> Scalable Solution

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I S O A C C R E D I T A T I O N S

R T I H A S B E E N I N T E R N A T I O N A L L Y A C C R E D I T E D A N D P R O V I D E S I S O A U D I T S E R V I C E S T H A T W I L L N O T O N L Y D E M O N S T R A T E Y O U R C O M M I T M E N T T O B E S T P R A C T I C E S , B U T A L S O S H O W S T H A T E X C E L L E N C E M A T T E R S T O Y O U .

W H Y C E R T I F Y W I T H R T I ?

By certifying with RTI you will demonstrate to your customers, competitors, suppliers, staff, and investors that you not only use industry-respected best practices but also choose to work with the organization

that developed many of these standards.

Once you have been certified, we will visit you on a regular basis to assess whether you continue to conform and

are still working to the best practice specifications laid out in the standard or scheme. We carefully match our assessors’ industry experience to your particular needs, so they have exactly the right in-depth knowledge.

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I S O A C C R E D I T A T I O N S

> Compliance with International Conventions or

Regulations

> Demonstrates to stakeholders that your business is run effectively

> The process of achieving and maintaining the certification helps ensure that you are continually improving.

> Regular assessment improves staff responsibility, commitment, and motivation

> Achieve better overall performance and cut costs

> Widen your market opportunities

T H E B E N E F I T S O F I S O C E R T I F I C A T I O N

> Manage your human rights, cultural, environmental, and financial risks

> Improve operational effectiveness

> Reduce costs

> Increase customer and stakeholder satisfaction

> Protect your brand and reputation

> Remove barriers to trade

> Bring clarity to the marketplace

T H E V A L U E S O F A C E R T I F I E D M A N A G E M E N T S Y S T E M

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D I S C I P L I N E S

> Aerospace

> Chemical

> Computer Accident Reconstruction and Animations

> Computer Science

> Electrical and Electronics

> Energy

> Fire and Explosion

> Flight Operations - Fixed Wing and Rotary

> Human Factors

> Imaging Analysis

> Marine

> Materials

> Mechanical

> Medical Devices and Equipment

> Metallurgy

> Multi-physics Computation

> Oil and Gas

> Product Analysis

> Safety Management Systems

> Utilities Generation, Transmission, and Distribution

M U L T I P L E D I S C I P L I N E S

R T I E N G I N E E R S A N D S C I E N T I S T S P E R F O R M O B J E C T I V E P R O F E S S I O N A L F O R E N S I C I N V E S T I G A T I O N S A N D P R E S E N T U N D E R S T A N D A B L E T E C H N I C A L E V A L U A T I O N S O F A C C I D E N T S A N D F A I L U R E E V E N T S .

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S E R V I C E S

S E R V I C E S

> 3D Laser Scanning

> AerExam™ Aerial Examination

> Certification of Safety Management Systems

and security

> Comprehensive laboratory services and failure analysis

> Computer accident reconstruction

> Cyber forensics and security

> Flight data analysis and reconstruction

> Intellectual property

> Litigation support services, including expert witness

> Multimedia visual aid consulting and development services

> Product safety

> RTI 720°™ SMART ANIMATION™

> Safety management services and training

> Security and risk management consulting services and training

> Surveillance Video Imaging analysis

W H A T W A S T H E R O O T C A U S E ?

W A S T H E D E S I G N D E F I C I E N T ?

W A S I T M A N U F A C T U R E D I M P R O P E R L Y ?

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P R O D U C T L I A B I L I T Y

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S E L E C T S E R V I C E A N D E X P E R I E N C E

P R O D U C T L I A B I L I T Y

> Aerosol Paint Cans

> Automobile Electrical Systems

> Cranes and Boom Trucks

> Cycling Equipment

> Doors, Windows, and Railings

> Earth Moving Equipment

> Elevating Platforms

> Elevators and Escalators

> Engine Control Systems

> Fire Suppression and Protection Systems

> Food and Beverage Commercial Preparation, Equipment, and Containers

> Home Appliances

> Home Healthcare Equipment

> HVAC Equipment

> Laptop Computer Batteries

> Large Scale Industrial Manufacturing Equipment

> Medical Devices, e.g. Catheters, Stents, Replacement Joints

> Military Equipment

> Personal Protective Equipment

> Plumbing - Commercial and Residential Equipment and Fittings

> Power Tools and Lawn Care Equipment

> Pyrotechnics

> Recreational Marine Equipment

> Sports Safety Equipment

From initial site visits, evidence examinations, and laboratory testing, through report production and testimony, RTI utilizes state-of-the-art tools and techniques to glean information from subject and exemplar products, conduct analyses, and communicate results so that you can do the best job possible in serving your clients’ interests. The following is a brief sample of the range of products and equipment involved in product liability matters RTI has investigated:

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E X P E R T W I T N E S S

RTI's expert witness technical advisory services to attorneys, corporate general counsels, product manufacturers, and insurers have resulted in effective, knowledgeable, and impartial contributions to plaintiffs and defendants in hundreds of cases. We work with our clients to thoroughly understand all aspects of their matter so that we can assign our most appropriate expert witness resources for case presentations, depositions, and testimonies.

At RTI, we believe that every conclusion must be grounded in four steps:

> meticulous investigation of the facts;

> careful engineering and scientific analysis;

> validation of the hypothesized cause of loss or incident; and

> rigorous peer review of methodologies used against widely accepted scientific and engineering methods.

Following these steps ensures that our opinions can be expressed with a reasonable degree of scientific or engineering certainty.

RTI makes a commitment to helping you prepare for trial. Providing key literature and draft exhibits well in advance of your court appearance, we work with you to ensure that our expert witness analyses and opinions are brought into clear focus for the jury and are synergistic with the rest of your case.

RTI is forensic engineering and all that supports it – rigorous, evidence-based science presented clearly and appropriately for the courtroom; scene analysis and accident evaluation using tested methods, as well as cutting edge computerized simulation tools; real-time courtroom animations, grounded in unimpeachable engineering analysis; and a team that is dedicated, above all, to the needs of you and your clients.


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M E C H A N I C A L E N G I N E E R I N G

M E C H A N I C A L E N G I N E E R I N G

One will f ind mechanical engineers working on projects related to nearly every aspect of 21st century life: energy generation and distribution; transportation; food production, packaging and distribution; design and manufacture of biomedical and biomechanical devices; and the design and manufacture of electronic devices that are ubiquitous in our society. All of these projects yield a product that is the result of a combination of ingenuity and careful hard work. Yet as well planned and constructed as a device might be, unintended events do occur. RTI’s international team of mechanical engineers are highly skilled in analyzing a device or system of devices to determine how and why, under the set of conditions to which the device was subjected, the unintended event or events occurred.

> Computational Engineering Analysis (ANSYS® Multiphysics and other)> Laboratory Testing and Materials Analysis> Inisitu Testing and Analysis> Performance Testing> Failure Analysis> Thermal Imaging> X-ray Imaging

S E R V I C E S


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E L E C T R I C A L E N G I N E E R I N G

E L E C T R I C A L E N G I N E E R I N G

We have come a long way since the days of Edison and Tesla. Though we often take our electricity for granted, failures still happen. RTI offers a rich history and wealth of expertise investigating electrical failures, from household wiring failures to large scale electrical catastrophes. Whether you have a consumer products case or one involving a power generation plant, RTI has the expertise and in-house laboratory facilities to help.

> Aviation electrical and electronic

systems

> Charging systems and battery

failure

> Chemical plants

> Consumer products

> Electrical design

> Electrical distribution substations

> Electrical generation facilities

E X P E R I E N C E> Electrocutions and electrical shock

> Factories

> Marine electrical systems

> Nuclear power generation

> Residential and commercial wiring

and equipment

> Transformer, cable and other

distribution equipment failures

> Vehicular electrical systems

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C O N S T R U C T I O N / S T R U C T U R A L

O U R K N O W L E D G E

> Domestic Housing

> Commercial Developments

> Large Private Funded Initiative (PFI) Hospital Projects

> NEC, ICE, GC Works, or PFI Forms

S E R V I C E S

> Adequacy of design

> Advice regarding Procurement Options

> Chemical and Mechanical Testing Laboratories

> Computer Simulations and Visual Aids

> Construction Accident Investigation, Reconstruction, and OSHA Compliance

> Electrical Engineering

> Fire, Explosion and Blast Analysis

> Fluid Analysis and Pollutant Dispersion

RTI’s established team of construction experts include architects, contractors, and civil, mechanical, and electrical engineers. Our construction professionals are knowledgeable in their areas of specialization, and capable of analyzing complex aspects of the manmade environment to determine how and why unintended events occur. In addition, our experts have a wealth of experience assisting our clients with scheduling, design adequacy, and delay claims. Often these analyses are aided and enhanced by graphics and animations produced by RTI’s talented Imaging Sciences Group.

> Material Failure and Analysis

> Product Liability

> Project Reviews and Audits

> Quantum and Time Impact Analysis Laboratories

> Representing Parties in Adjudications and Mediations

> Risk Analysis> Scheduling / Delay assessment

> Structural Defect and Failure Assessments

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F I R E , E X P L O S I O N A N D B L A S T

F I R E , E X P L O S I O N & B L A S T

Explosion and Blast are a unique form of a catastrophic event. Most people think of explosions as a destructive event caused by bombs, a structure blowing up from accumulated natural gas, or a serious chemical plant explosion. However, most explosions are brought about for a purpose, under planned and controlled conditions. Examples include quarry and coal mining, building demolition, excavation, explosive welding, and metal forming, to name a few. The events that catch our attention are accidental or unintended explosions and often require an answer to the question: what caused it?

A C C I D E N T A L E X P L O S I O N S C A N O C C U R A S A R E S U L T O F :

> Chemical and petrochemical plant operations

> Manufacture, storage, handling, and use of explosives

> Boiler explosions

> Fuel gas leaks in structures

> Cleaning and modifications to tanks used in storage and transport of volatile liquids

> Areas involving high concentrations of dust

> High pressure vessel failures

> Water and molten metal contact

> Manufacture, storage, and transportation of high vapor pressure or cryogenic liquids

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I N T E L L E C T U A L P R O P E R T Y

P A T E N TT R A D E M A R K

C O P Y R I G H T

I N T E L L E C T U A L P R O P E R T Y

RTI’s team of highly skilled technical professionals is uniquely qualified to reverse engineer competing devices to compare their functions to that of the patent in question. Additionally, RTI’s computer simulation software (ANSYS® Multiphysics) can be used to virtually test a device’s function and better establish the potential of infringement. Collaboration with Anamet Inc. laboratories provides information regarding material composition and characteristics, and methods of manufacture and performance. If a case of infringement can be made, additional collaboration with RTI’s forensic visuals division, the Imaging Sciences Group, can provide a comprehensive and educational visual presentation to compliment the expert in their discussion regarding methods of infringement.

> Comparative Review of an Alleged Infringing Device and the Patent Claims

> Laboratory Testing and Materials Analysis

> Patent Claims Analysis for Obviousness and Claims Duplication

> Patent Search and Review

> Performance Testing

> Reverse Engineering

> Three-dimensional Computer-generated for Courtroom Presentation

> Tutorial Aids for Presentation to the Trial of Fact

> Visual Products for Courtroom Presentations

> Written Reports

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E - D I S C O V E R Y

C L I E N T S

E - D I S C O V E R Y

RTI’s Electronic Discovery professionals assist law firms, insurance companies, and corporations to establish defensible and systematic approaches for handling large amounts of electronic data often associated with litigation. Through the implementation of bespoke methodologies, RTI’s E-Discovery clients realize significant reductions in the time, cost, and risk associated with managing complex litigation.

> Corporations

> Insurance Companies

> Law Firms

Effective E-Discovery of Electronically Stored Information (ESI) means using clearly defined, easily repeatable processes that allow for consistent handling of each and every matter effectively and efficiently. These methods help ensure that the data collected and reviewed is held to that which is truly relevant. In this way, overall costs for the matter can be controlled without sacrifice. Integrating deep knowledge of litigation with powerful computer processing and forensic skills, RTI’s experts help you at every step along the way to navigate any complexities and uncertainties that arise from initial assessment through expert courtroom testimony.

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C Y B E R F O R E N S I C S A N D S E C U R I T Y

C L I E N T S

C Y B E R F O R E N S I C S & S E C U R I T Y

Today’s rapidly changing security landscape requires systems to detect and prevent intrusion, and protect mission critical technology assets. The typical detractor from companies implementing such technologies is the complexity and cost associated with correctly executing them. The tools required tend to be cost prohibitive and difficult to implement. RTI's services are designed to be just the opposite.

> Airports

> Corporations

> Insurance Companies

> Law Firms

> Ports and Port Authorities

> Utilities

•Electric

•Gas

•Water

S E R V I C E S> Compliance Management – Software as a Service (SaaS) offering, which allows an organization to quickly perform a self-assessment against one or more compliance frameworks to identify gaps. The gaps are then summarized as a Report On Compliance (ROC) and used to further direct activities by the organization.> Endpoint Security – Platform as a Service (PaaS) offering which provides Anti-Virus, Anti-Malware, Host Based Firewall, Spam Control, and Data Leak Protection.> Gateway Security – Hybrid offering where you own the equipment and we manage it for you as a service. The solution uses our Management Platform to centralize administration and configuration for all the gateway devices in your organization.> nQuery – PaaS offering which provides data aggregation and analytics for security, performance, and other log event based data.

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S E C U R I T Y R I S K M A N A G E M E N T

The need for effective security solutions in countering existing and projected terrorist and criminal threats is reinforced by the unprecedented rise in hostile activities in many parts of the world. Protecting and securing an organization’s assets, employees, shareholders, and customers is essential in today’s work environment. RTI’s security and risk management consultants specialize in providing a threat-based system to establish proactive, effective, and cost-efficient solutions for the mitigation of security risks.

As a security and counter-terrorism resource, RTI offers a team of highly qualified and experienced security specialists and risk management personnel to provide organizations

in both the public and private sectors with highly effective security advisory services. RTI is an entirely independent entity, providing objective recommendations in the

client’s best interest. This independence is critical when evaluating threats, and proposing practical solutions to safely mitigate the risks.

S E C U R I T Y R I S K M A N A G E M E N T

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S A F E T Y M A N A G E M E N T S Y S T E M S

O R G A N I Z A T I O N A L C H A N G E W O R T H M A K I N G

RTI knows that effective and efficient Safety Management is a genuinely viable strategy for organizations to not only preserve value within their businesses, but to also add value. In many industry sectors it is already, or will shortly become, a mandatory requirement to design and implement a Safety Management System (SMS). However, it remains that the strongest reason for expending resources on a quality SMS is the benefit to the business itself.

> Customer Trust and Enhanced

Reputation

> Employee Goodwill and Retention

> A Safeguard of Shareholder Assets

and Value

> Improvements in Cost Control

> Better Control of Subcontractors

> Improved Relations with

Government Agencies

> An Enhanced Ethical Approach and

Organizational Culture

B E N E F I T S> Cost-Benefit Analysis of Safety Plans and

Recommendations

> Design and Support of Reporting

Systems

> Gap Analysis

> Hazard and Risk Analysis

> Safety Investigation

> Safety Management Capability Assessment

> Safety Matters

> Safety Mentoring and Coaching

> Safety Studies and Research

> Support with Safety Plans

> Training Workshops

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M U L T I M E D I A V I S U A L S E R V I C E S

M U L T I M E D I A V I S U A L S E R V I C E S

With nearly 25 years of corporate experience and knowledge of how people process visual information, the legal visual aid professionals at RTI’s Imaging Sciences Group produce effective graphics and computer illustrations that provide an understanding of complex processes and their unplanned results. It is well known that visual information helps to focus the attention of the viewer, including the trier of fact, and, more importantly, create a memorable impression. Well planned visuals can be used to demonstrate a complex series of time-related actions and reactions, or to provide a tutorial to aid in understanding new technical concepts critical to the core expert testimony.

> 3D Scanning

> AerExam™ "Aerial Examination Vehicle"

> Multimedia Presentations

> RTI 720°™ Smart Animation™

> Training Interactives and Animations

> Trial Graphics

> Video Analysis

S E R V I C E S

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A E R E X A M ™ & 3 D M A P P I N G

A E R E X A M ™ " A E R I A L E X A M I N A T I O N V E H I C L E "

AerExamT M is a cost effective aerial photography and videography solution using an Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV). The AerExam has an onboard HD video camera that is controlled by the operator on the ground out of harm's way. The operator is able to view a live feed of the footage while maneuvering the AerExam around the object or over the landscape. The AerExam has a long range and can hover in a stationary position for up to 25 minutes. It can also be flown using FPV (First Person View) whereby the operator does not need to have visual contact with the AerExam.

U S E S F O R T H E A E R E X A M ( B U T N O T L I M I T E D T O ) :

> Debris field survey and documentation

> Land Survey

> Explosions and blasts

> Building fire

> First Responders

> Aerial reconnaissance of:

•Largeships

•Ports

•Bridges

•Dams

3 - D I M E N S I O N A L M A P P I N GThe future of 3D scanning takes to the sky with RTI’s AerExam technology. Taking the data from an AerExam flight, the Imaging Sciences Group Studio creates accurate scenes and models within minutes. This technique saves the countless hours and manpower needed in the field to capture traditional 3D scanning data. An AerExam requires only one operator to capture data in a minimal amount of time.

•Structures

•Railtracksandyards

•Unsafespaces

•Airports

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RTI Group LLC, transitioned from FTI in 2003 by the co-founder and chairman emeritus of FTI Consulting, Inc, is headquartered in Stevensville, Maryland and continues a tradition of forensic engineering excellence begun in 1975.

Located in San Francisco, California, Anamet Inc., with origins to 1958, is now

F O U N D A T I O N

a vital asset to RTI as our forensic materials testing laboratory.

In 2004 RTI founded its London office, RTI Ltd, as a wholly owned UK subsidiary with Aviation, Marine, Utilities, and Construction departments to serve Europe, the Middle East and Africa. RTI Latin America was established in 2008 in

Panama City as an extension of the London office to serve Latin America and, in particular, the Panamanian Flag State and Canal Operations.

We continue to expand our worldwide range of analytical capabilities and services to other parts of the globe.

R T I ’ S C O R E P R I N C I P L E S , E S T A B L I S H E D I N T H E E A R L Y 1 9 7 0 ’ S , A L O N G W I T H A P I O N E E R I N G C U L T U R E , H A S P R O V I D E D A S O L I D F O U N D A T I O N T H A T P R O M O T E S I N N O V A T I V E G R O W T H .

The RTI group of companies is a well established multidisciplinary technical services consultancy specializing in accident and failure investigation as well as safety-related applications and education. RTI’s experienced professionals serve clients representing high-exposure industries and transportation operations worldwide. We are known for our ability to conduct objective investigations and audits as an independent third party and for providing both proactive and reactive practical solutions to private and public sector clients alike. RTI is also a leader in producing internationally accredited continuing education conferences for law and insurance professionals in the aviation and maritime industries.

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RTI professionals are innovative leaders in the technical analysis and reconstruction of transportation casualties and industrial accidents and failures, offering well over thirty years of experience in conducting forensic investigations. Cases have ranged from small to large loss matters, including complex claims and litigation, conducted on behalf of corporations, attorneys, insurance companies, and government agencies. RTI is an established international resource of highly qualified experts who provide each client with bespoke forensic engineering and scientific investigations, laboratory testing, system safety analysis, computer accident reconstructions, and forensic visual presentations.

A N A L Y T I C A L P I O N E E R S

North America

Stevensville, MDofc: +1 410 571 0712fax: +1 410 571 0713

San Francisco, CAofc: +1 510 921 5357fax: +1 510 887 8427

RTI Locations: Europe

London, United Kingdomofc: +44 207 481 2150fax: +44 207 481 2149

Anamet. Inc.

San Francisco, CAofc: +1 510 887 8811fax: +1 510 887 8427

Central America

Panama City, Panamaofc: +507 209 0289fax: +507 209 0584

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