Forensic engineering involves the investigation of property loss and injuries related to failures in materials, components, design, and structures

These incidents can range from minor occurrences, such as a crankshaft breaking, to catastrophic events like a bridge collapse or a process plant explosion

In essence, forensic engineers apply engineering principles and scientific methods to determine why structures or machines failed and why damage occurred. The work spans various disciplines, including environmental damages to structures, system failures of machinery, explosions, electrical issues, fire origins, and vehicle failures