Erik J. Morphy, M.S.E.

Professional Specialization

Naval architecture and marine engineering design and failure analysis. Design and design failure analysis, including fracture analysis and related metallurgy, of machinery, equipment, and structures related to marine applications. Analysis of static and dynamic stability, resistance and propulsion, seakeeping and maneuvering, progressive flooding, and vibrations. Accident reconstruction related to marine casualties and system failures. Testing of equipment and systems in laboratory and field environment.

Professional Background

B.S.E. (Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering), University of Michigan

M.S.E. (Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering), University of Michigan

Project Engineer,

Design Research Engineering

Engineering Intern,

Herbert Engineering

Engineering Intern,

Atlantic Marine

Engineering Intern,

Bath Iron Works

Professional Societies

Society of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers

ASTM International

Honors and Awards

Summa Cum Laude, University of Michigan

Kennedy Fellowship, Society of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers

Hugh Rumler Prize, University of Michigan

James B. Angell Scholar, University of Michigan

Further Education

“Fatigue and Fracture Analysis of Ship Structures,” Short Course, Ship Structures Committee, Troy, Michigan

“Practical Fracture Mechanics & Fractography,” Lab Course, ASM International, University of Tennessee

Lectures and Presentations

IBEX (International Boatbuilders’ Exposition) Ft. Lauderdale, Florida. February 2000

Presented a lecture on handrail design and slip and fall protection for the recreational boat industry (with Paul Miller).

University of Michigan Ann Arbor, Michigan. April 2002

Lectured on failure analysis and forensic engineering as it impacts engineering design.

May 2002

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