Electrical Engineering

Dr. Shahid H. Bokhari, PhD is an internationally acclaimed and highly cited Electrical and Computer Engineer specializing in the field of Parallel and Distributed Computing. He earned the BSc in Electrical Engineering from UET, Lahore, and the MS and PhD in Electrical and Computer Engineering from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst. He has nearly 30 years of experience teaching graduate and undergraduate courses in computer science and electrical engineering. He also worked as a Scientist and Consultant for many years at NASA Langley Research Center in Hampton, Virginia. Dr. Bokhari became an IEEE Fellow in 1997 for contributions to the mapping problem in parallel and distributed computing. He received the ACM Fellow award for research contributions to automatic load balancing and partitioning of distributed processes.

Dr. Bokhari has over 35 years of experience in parallel, distributed and high performance computing and is currently studying Massively Multithreaded Algorithms on machines like the Cray MTA and XMT. He is, particularly, interested in parallel algorithms for DNA alignment and assembly. He has recently developed a new graph theoretic model for analyzing reassortments in segmented viruses, such as influenza A. He is currently working on implementing a max-flow algorithm for image segmentation on the Cray XMT-2. Many of the algorithms he has developed have been implemented on the Cray XMT (Extreme Multithreading) Supercomputer. Dr. Bokhari's research interests also include parallel and distributed computing, applied to Computational Biology and Bioinformatics.

A noted author in Electrical and Computer Engineering, Dr. Bokhari has written over fifty peer-reviewed articles, books, and technical reports on such subjects as parallel and distributed computing, algorithm efficiency, Cray XMT, biomedical informatics, and many other subjects.

Dr. Bokhari is available as an Expert Witness for both Plaintiff and Defense. His specializes in intellectual property and patent review cases, code review cases, validity issues relating to computer architecture, and many other disputes in his field of expertise.

Areas of Expertise:

Parallel Computing Massive Multithreading Cray XMT and MTA-2 Distributed Processing Parallel Algorithms

Bioinformatics Algorithms DNA Sequencing and Compression Image Segmentation High Performance Computing Communications systems

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Dr. Mark Shirilau has over 32 years of experience as a licensed Engineering Consultant and Electrical & General Contractor. He is a nationally known expert in Load Research, Utility Demand-Side Management, Energy Conservation Programs, and Measurement & Verification.

Dr. Shirilau regularly consults with the Contractor State License Board, helping to write the licensing examinations, and has authored Power 101: A Basic Introduction to Electric Utility Power, a book exhibiting his extensive knowledge in the Electric System and Marketplace.

Areas of Expertise:

• Comprehensive Energy Solutions
• Electrical Energy Engineering & Auditing
• Utility Research & Incentives
• Utility Rate Optimization
• Demand Side Management - Measurement & Verification
• Energy Savings Project Management
• Power Quality Enhancement
• Education & Training
• Market & Opinion Research

David Alley is a Consulting and Forensic Engineer with over three decades of Design Engineering Experience, Field engineering experience and financial analysis experience for power Generation Projects in Cogeneration, Nuclear, Hydropower, Diesel Engine, Combustion Turbine and Gas Turbine Powered Power Generation Facilities. Mr. Alley is a National Electrical Code NFPA-70 expert and an Hazardous area delineation expert.

BSEE-Clemson, MBA-Darden

Michael Nranian, JD, MBA, MS has over 25 years experience focusing in Product Development, Intellectual Property, Patent Litigation, Legal and Technical Compliance, and Product Liability Litigation. He is a licensed attorney in Michigan, Texas, & the United States Patent and Trademark Office. Mr. Nranian is a Six Sigma Black Belt, Professional Engineer, & Certified Project Management Professional. He has an in-depth background and education in Law, IP, Electrical, Chemical & Computer Engineering, & Business. He has testified extensively as an expert witness in depositions, hearings, and trials in state & federal courts.

Mr. Nranian conducts Product and Technology Analysis, Patentability & Prior Art Research,and provides Technology & Litigation Support for Intellectual Property. His litigation background includes patent infringement / non-infringement under literal infringement and the doctrine of equivalents, patent validity / invalidity, prior art, & file-wrapper estoppel, for both ITC and Federal cases. He conducts analysis of patents and products, prepares claim charts, & expert witness reports. This includes testimony and document preparation for cases before state, and federal court jurisdictions, and the International Trade Commission.

Mr. Nranian is thoroughly familiar with all 101, 102, 103, 112, and other enablement and prior art arguments. His experience includes Technology Standards Boards and Licensing Authorities, Antitrust / DOJ, Technology Development and Transfer, Patents, Trademarks, Trade Secrets, and Copyrights.

His Product Liability Expert Witness litigation background includes all types of Safety Systems, Electrical Systems, Fires, Accident Reconstruction, and Evaluation of Alternative Designs for Automotive, Medical and other industries. He has over 20 years of experience in Automotive Safety Systems, Sensors, Seatbelts, Airbags / Curtains, Seats, Diagnostic Systems, Crash Recorders, Crash Pulse Analysis, System Diagnostic, Fault Codes, Structure (including roof-crush and door) and front, side & roll-over systems (including sensing and algorithm development) for domestic and international corporations. He is thoroughly familiar with all regulatory (including FMVSS), and corporate due-care requirements, & preemption arguments, occupant kinematics, & injury causation.

Dr. Matt Baretich is a registered Professional Engineer (PE), a Certified Clinical Engineer (CCE), a Certified Healthcare Facility Manager (CHFM), and a Certified Professional in Healthcare Risk Management (CPHRM). He holds degrees in Electrical Engineering (BS), Biomedical Engineering (MS), and Hospital and Health Administration (PhD).

With over 30 years of experience in Clinical Engineering, Healthcare Facilities Engineering, and Forensic Engineering, Dr. Baretich provides Expert Witness and Incident Investigation services related to Medical Devices, Medical Technology and Healthcare Facilities.

Recent Expert Witness Cases include:

• Patient burn during surgery
• Neurological injury during surgery
• Orthopedic injury during surgery
• Fetal injury during an obstetric procedure
• Under-infusion of medication for an ambulatory patient
• Interpretation of patient monitoring data
• Inadequate maintenance services

Incident Investigation Services focus on incidents where medical devices, building systems, information technology, or other healthcare-delivery technology may have contributed to death, injury, or other harm to patients, staff, and visitors, or financial losses due to damage to equipment, systems, and facilities.

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Dr. Eugene W. Bartel is an experienced Electrical Engineer who has been engaged in the scientific investigation of the various aspects of Fire Origin and the Evaluation of Electrical and Mechanical Accidents since 1968. In addition to the preparation of detailed expert reports, technical photographic documentation, laboratory testing and analysis and trial testimony, Dr. Bartel can also develop and assemble unique laboratory testing equipoment to meet the individual needs of any investigation.

Services Offered:

Fire scene evaluation, examination, reconstruction, and assessment relating to the determination of the origin and cause of fires

Electrical accident reconstruction and evaluation relating to case assessment, pursuit, and trial

Product evaluation and testing relative to design deficiencies and standards compliance

Forensic engineering and analysis of accidents, events, and fires relating to a wide variety of incidents

Les Baxter has more than 30 years of experience in the Telecommunications Industry, He has a broad background in just about every phase of product development and deployment, including system architecture, systems engineering, standards, product design and testing, etc.

Mr. Baxter has extensive experience with Patent Infringement and Invalidity cases, Network Performance / Breach of Contract Cases and Telecommunications / Networking Product Liability cases. He has been deposed three times and testified at trial twice.

Areas of Technical Expertise and Experience Include:

Systems Engineering and Offer / Value Proposition Development

System and Product Architecture

Hardware, Firmware, Software Development

Data Communication / Networking and LAN Protocols

Standards Strategy and Development

Global Technical, Sales, and Marketing Support

Technical Due Diligence

Specific Areas of Product Experience Include:

Structured Cabling and Physical Layer Networking

Residential Networks and LANs

Switching systems (circuit, packet, and optical)

Optical Networking

B.E.C. Consulting, LLC was established in 1982. Since that time, we have provided top-level consulting engineering services and accident reconstruction to our clients; law firms, insurance companies, state and local agencies, manufacturing companies, and clients who are seeking product design analysis and other engineering related services.

Our engineers represent a broad range of engineering disciplines which enables us to work on a variety of cases using the team approach. The teams at B.E.C are comprised of Engineers, Technical Specialists, Graphics Specialists as well as Research and Administrative Personnel, so that each case is given personal attention and is handled efficiently and effectively. We are located in Tallahassee, Florida, but are active in AL, GA, MS, TN and SC. We have worked in almost every state in the United States, including Alaska.

Areas of Expertise:

All Areas of Accident Reconstruction

Failure Analysis

Product Design

Product Development

Product Delivery

Material Handling System

Computer Animation, Electronic Graphics and Video Reenactment

Every aspect of our firm is designed to serve our clients needs; conference rooms for mediations and depositions, a research and testing lab, secured evidence storage, facilities for expert inspections, and easy access to airport and hotel facilities for our out-of-town clients. We are truly a full service engineering firm.

Because of this team approach and a commitment to customer service, B.E.C. has attained regional and national recognition as a leader in forensic engineering services and new product development. This excellent example and tireless dedication to serving our client’s needs has resulted in a devoted client base and reputation second to none.

Dr. Charles Benedict, P.E. founded Benedict Engineering Company in 1982. He has over 35 years experience in the fields of product and machine design and analysis, vehicular accident reconstruction of all types, and product and system failure analysis. He has designed, developed, manufactured, and tested more than sixty different products and machine systems. Dr. Benedict is well respected in the fields of forensic engineering, product and machine system design and analysis and patenting.

Expertise:

Biomechanics Occupant Kinematics Vehicle Restraint Systems Vehicle Controlability Material Handling Patent Infringement

Automobile Accidents Pedestrian Accidents General Engineering Product Design Fire and Explosion Analysis Tractor / Trailer Accidents Electrical Issues

Dr. Jim Dobbs, P.E. is a principle in the organization and has been practicing forensic engineering for the past 12 years. He was a design/development engineer at General Electric for a decade prior to coming to BEC Consulting. He has extensive experience in product development and design and hold several patents. He is nationally known for metallurgical failure analysis and accident reconstruction. He has particular experience and knowledge with motorcycles and tractor-trailer accidents.

Expertise:

Metallurgy Medical Devices Railroad Accidents Seat Belts and Airbags Seatback Analysis Automobile Accidents

Pedestrian Accidents General Engineering Product Design Slip / Trip / Fall Tractor / Trailer Accidents

Dr. Brian Pfeifer, P.E. is also a principle with BEC Consulting, and has been practicing forensic engineering for over 15 years. He holds several patents on roadside safety devices and studied roadside safety at the University of Nebraska. He has considerable knowledge about maintenance of traffic plans and traffic engineering. He is equally knowledgeable about accident reconstruction, especially involving tractor-trailer accidents.

Expertise:

Roadside Hazards Vehicle Controllability Occupant Kinematics Roadway Design Guardrails and Bridges Biomedical Engineering

Automobile Accidents Pedestrian Accidents Tractor / Trailer Accidents Slip / Trip / Fall Product Design General Engineering

Dr. Ying Lu

Expertise:

Biomedical Analysis Occupant Kinematics Injury Causation Low Speed Accidents Recreational Injury Sports Injury General Engineering

Accident Reconstruction Pedestrian Accidents Bicycle Accidents Slip / Trip / Fall Product Design Ergonomics Human and Environment Interaction

Mrs. Traci Campbell, P.E.

Expertise:

Industrial Accidents Safety Analysis Product Design / Failure Analysis Slip / Trip / Fall Guarding / Warnings Workplace Safety Bicycles

OSHA Regulations Pedestrian Accidents Automobile Accidents Tractor / Trailer Accidents Fire and Explosion Theme Parks Airbag and Black Box General Engineering

Mr. Chris Yates, P.E.

Expertise:

Black Box Analysis Motorcycle / Bicycle Mechanical Design Product Guarding Design Fire and Explosion Seat Belt Analysis

Automobile Accidents Pedestrian Accidents General Engineering Product Design Tractor / Trailer Accidents Slip / Trip / Fall

Dr. Yadin B. David has over 25 years experience in Managing Medical Technologies from Pre-Purchasing Evaluation, Installation, Training, to Servicing and Incidents Investigation. He is expert familiar with a wide variety of medical devices and accessories including infusion pump, laser, electrosurgery unit, monitors, X-ray, defibrillators and catheters. Dr. David is also an expert in Electromagnetic interferences (EMI) with medical devices and in Telemedicine and TeleHealth systems.

Dr. David serves a Consultant for industry and institutions including the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Center for Devices and Radiological Health, General Hospital and Personal Use Devices Panel, World health Organization (WHO)and medical devices manufacturers. His services include testing, adverse events investigation, engineering reports, program review and risk assessment. Dr. David has given many national and international presentations about medical technology management, telemedicine and medical devices regulations.

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Brosz & Associates are Electrical Experts headed by President and C.E.O., Professor Helmut G. Brosz, B.A.Sc., D.B.A., F.A.A.F.S., P. ENG., Adjunct Professor at Ryerson University, Adjunct Assistant Professor at University of Toronto.

They provide a wide range of highly specialized Forensic Science and Engineering, Accident Reconstruction, Testing, Commissioning, and Technical and Scientific Services. Their staff of specialists and experts have completed over 5,200 assignments since 1970 ranging from electrical accidents and electrocutions to electrical power system investigation and testing of equipment failures including circuit breakers, motors, switchgear, generators, transformers and appliances.

Their engineering facilities at Brosz & Associates enables them to perform in-depth research, electrical testing, forensic laboratory testing, microscopy, macro photography and photographic documentation, X-Ray testing, infrared testing, high voltage testing, high current testing and more. Most of their testing equipment is portable and they are also capable of producing professional collages and scale models for reports, mediations, depositions and trial.

Their clients include insurance companies, legal firms, adjusters, risk managers, manufacturers, contractors, utilities, governments and individuals.

Services Include:

Cause and Origin Investigations

Failure Analysis

Loss Prevention and Mitigation

Subrogation Support for the Insurance Industry

Electrical Safety and Accident Prevention