Image Gallery
Failed brace, showing fractured member at upper left.
Close-up of side of brace in region of fracture.
Close-up of front of brace in the region of the fracture. The file markings and the notch (at right side of the brace) which initiated the failure are clearly marked.
Close-up of fracture.
Reading
Russell, Ken. “Report on Fractured Leg Brace.” (PDF)
Assignments
Please prepare a short presentation on the Leg Brace case and evidence.
Please prepare a short presentation on fatigue.
Further Reading
“Calamities” column: ‘The Case of the Lamed Lothario.’ Design News.
