Present an International Lecture
On
Engine Failure Investigation and Analysis
By
Mr. Robert Kuhn
Managing Engineer for JP Research
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Date: 10-11 Nov, 2014, Chennai
Radha Regent 171, Jawaharlal Nehru Salai, Arumbakkam, Chennai - 600 106.
Date: 13-14 Nov, 2014, Pune
Ramee Grand Hotel CST No. 1221/C, Apte Road I Shivaji Nagar, Pune - 411004
Engines can and do experience failures in the field in a variety of equipment, vehicles, and
applications. On occasion, a single vehicle type or equipment family will even experience multiple
engine failures leading to the inevitable need to determine what the most likely cause of one or all
of those failures was. This comprehensive seminar introduces participants to the methods and
techniques used to determine the most likely cause of an individual engine or group of engine
failures in the field. The seminar begins with a review of engine design architecture and operating
cycles, integration of the engine into the vehicle itself, and finally customer duty cycles and
operating environments. Special emphasis is placed on the number and type of subsystems that
not only exist within the engine (diesel and gasoline) but are used to integrate the engine into the
overall vehicle package. Following this review, participants learn about failure types,
investigation techniques, inspection methods, and how to analyze the available evidence using
their own knowledge of engine and vehicle operating characteristics to determine the most likely
cause of an engine(s) failure. The seminar concludes with a review of actual engine failure case
studies that were investigated and resolved using the same process and methods taught during
the course.
Learning Objectives
By attending the class, you will be able to:
• I Analyze engine failure claim narratives
• Analyze and interpret engine and/or vehicle warranty data
• Determine what physical evidence to gather and review when investigating an engine failure
claim(s)
• Evaluate the physical evidence associated with an engine failure claim(s)
• Reconcile the physical evidence with the narrative and warranty evidence
• Determine the most likely cause of engine failure based on the available evidence
Who Should Attend
This course has been developed for engineers and technical professionals in all fields related to the
investigation, analysis, and root cause determination of engine failures in various types of vehicles and
equipment used in both on road and off road applications. In addition, this course can be valuable to
individuals involved with handling and processing customer warranty and insurance claims for engine
related issues. Individuals directly involved in the investigation of engine failure and failure related issues
will benefit most from this material. Please note that this course is not intended to provide an in depth
discussion of individual component failure modes within the engine. The focus of the course is the
process used to gather and analyze the information and evidence necessary to make a determination as
to the cause of an engine failure in the field.
Prerequisites
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Professional technical certification or 2 year technical degree is highly recommended
Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering is recommended
A basic knowledge of and familiarity with engine operation, design, and vehicle installations is required
A basic knowledge of vehicle operational environments and duty cycles is recommended
Topical outline
DAY ONE
• Engine Design Overview
• Operating Cycles - compression ignition and spark
ignition
• Architecture
• Subsystems - Turbo/supercharger, oil supply,
cooling, emissions
• Subsystem crossover and interaction
• Vehicle Integration and Packaging
• Mounting
• Fuel supply
• Air supply
• Emissions
• Cooling
• Controls
• Operational Profile
• Climate
• Environment
• Duty Cycle
• Operator Specific Habits
• General Failure Classification
• Thermal
• Lubrication
• Fuel/Air Combustion
• Mechanical
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Diesel Runaway
Failure Points
Joints and Gaskets
Vehicle Systems
Subsystems and Components
Evidence and Indicators
DAY TWO
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Investigation
Reviewing the claim
Service history/fleet maintenance
Warranty histories
Data mining
Peer group comparisons
Manufacturing related history
Analysis
Customer Duty Cycle vs. Manufacturer intent
Manufacturer specifications and process's
Analysis without inspecting the failed engines
Vehicle package and integration review
Developing a conclusion
Case Studies
• Single engine
• Multiple engines
• Turbo Diesel engines
Please fill in the enclosed registration form and send it along with your
payment details / DD or Cheque to the address given.
Speaker Profile
Mr. Kuhn is currently a Managing Engineer for JP Research in their Detroit office. For the
last 11 years Mr. Kuhn has been involved in a variety of engine related projects including
single failures, multiple failures, class action suits, and individual engine operational and
reliability issues. Prior to joining JP Research, Mr. Kuhn worked for Exponent, Ford, and
Chrysler in a variety of positions that included engine testing and development, fleet
testing of prototype engines, vehicle chassis and engine packaging, and overall vehicle
platform development including engine systems. Mr. Kuhn holds a B.S. in Mechanical
Engineering from Carnegie Mellon University and an M.S. in Automotive Systems
Engineering from the University of Michigan Dearborn. Mr. Kuhn is also a licensed
Professional Engineer in the State of Michigan.
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Present an International Lecture
On
Engine Failure Investigation and Analysis
Date: 10-11 Nov, 2014, Chennai
Radha Regent 171, Jawaharlal Nehru Salai, Arumbakkam, Chennai - 600 106.
Date: 13-14 Nov, 2014, Pune
Ramee Grand Hotel CST No. 1221/C, Apte Road I Shivaji Nagar, Pune - 411004
By
Mr. Robert Kuhn
Managing Engineer for JP Research
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