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Frozen HVACs, Truck Rollovers & Welding Methods

Check out our digital StressPoint magazine for an in-depth look at complex engineering concepts and forensic cases—from truck rollovers to frozen HVAC systems.

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The Impact of 5G to Commercial Structures

Nicholas Smith

Nicholas Smith, P.E.

Recent advancements in technology and upgrades to the telecommunications infrastructure have made the promising 5G network a reality. These advancements have had a significant impact to the already impressive capabilities afforded by modern smartphones and at the same time they have also had an...

Cracked concrete

Spring Showers Bring … A Wet Basement

Cody E. Tarbell, P.E.

Cody E. Tarbell, P.E.

For homeowners in many areas, spring showers don’t just bring green grass and beautiful flowers, but also a wet basement. When water enters a basement, soaked carpets, wet wall coverings, and waterlogged baseball card collections stored in the basement are a common occurrence.

Transformers

Transformer Failure: Frequency and Causes

portrait photo of Gary

Gary W. Mullis, M.Eng., P.E.

Transformers are among the most reliable and robust elements in the electric utility system. A transformer is basically two sets of wires (the windings) wrapped around a steel or iron core (see schematic in Figure 1). The windings and the core are immersed in oil and enclosed in a steel tank...