Forensic Engineering Analysis of a Motorsports Racing Incident

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  • Stephen D. Knapp
  • Richard M. Ziernicki
  • Ben Railsback

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.51501/jotnafe.v34i2.46

Keywords:

Forensic engineering, racing, standards, failure analysis, certified, certification, flexplate, SFI

Abstract

The motorsports racing industry was built on the foundation of people wanting to engage in competition, take risks, and enjoy the capabilities of their go-fast hobbies. Risk undoubtedly accompanies such dangerous activities. As a result, race participants sign a waiver, giving up their right to file claims against organizers of the racing event. Who then is liable for the failure of a component that is certified for racing and is responsible for an injury? This paper will address this question and outline important factors related to an incident involving the failure of a race-certified transmission flexplate that resulted in serious injury.

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Published

2017-01-01

How to Cite

Knapp, Stephen D., Richard M. Ziernicki, and Ben Railsback. 2017. “Forensic Engineering Analysis of a Motorsports Racing Incident”. Journal of the National Academy of Forensic Engineers 34 (2). https://doi.org/10.51501/jotnafe.v34i2.46.

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