C. Samuel Martin, PhD

59 Barque Circle
South Dennis, MA 02660
Phone: (508) 385-2491
Alt. Phone: (508) 280-5833
Fax: (508) 385-2491

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Profile:
Expert in waterhammer in various liquid systems. Former professor of hydraulics at Georgia Tech. Over 35 years experience involving waterhammer in fossil and nuclear power plant piping, water distribution systems and refrigeration piping. Expert witness in hydraulic shock litigation for ammonia refrigeration systems. Fellow of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME). Author of some 50 papers in waterhammer. International consultant to numerous industries concerning waterhammer problems in nuclear piping. Conducted waterhammer experiments in both water and ammonia piping. ASME sanctioned lecturer on waterhammer in piping to numerous industries. Also recognized expert in valve cavitation. Authority on condensation-induced waterhammer leading to steam explosions.

Education/Licenses:
BS in Civil Engineering, Virginia Tech, 1958; MS in Civil Engineering (Hydraulics), Georgia Institute of Technology, 1961; PhD in Civil Engineering (Hydraulics), Georgia Institute of Technology, 1964

Primary Area of Expertise: Waterhammer