Samuel J. Luther, Ph.D.
About Samuel J. Luther, Ph.D.
Samuel J. Luther, Ph.D., is an Associate at Exponent, specializing in forensic engineering and research on corrosion and material degradation. He has extensive experience in academia and industry, including roles at The Ohio State University and various internships in materials science and engineering.
Work at Exponent
Samuel J. Luther, Ph.D., has been an Associate at Exponent since 2022. In this role, he focuses on forensic engineering, particularly on the proactive research of metals and non-metals that experience corrosion, degradation, embrittlement, and overload. His work involves applying advanced analytical techniques to assess material failures and develop solutions to prevent future issues.
Education and Expertise
Samuel J. Luther earned a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Welding Engineering from The Ohio State University, where he studied from 2016 to 2022. He also holds a Master's degree in Welding Engineering, obtained between 2016 and 2020, and a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in the same field, completed from 2012 to 2016. His academic background has equipped him with expertise in failure analysis, data science, machine learning, and artificial intelligence, particularly using Python.
Background
Samuel J. Luther's professional journey includes various roles at The Ohio State University, where he worked as an Undergraduate Research Assistant in both the Welding and Joining Metallurgy Group and The ElectroScience Laboratory. He also served as a Graduate Teaching Associate and Graduate Fellow from 2017 to 2022. His early experience includes internships at DuPont, Tosoh Corporation, and Bechtel Marine Propulsion Corporation, where he gained practical insights into materials science and engineering.
Research Focus
In his dissertation, Samuel J. Luther conducted research on ductility-dip cracking in nickel-based alloys. This research contributes to the understanding of material behavior under stress and environmental conditions, which is critical in the field of forensic engineering. His focus on corrosion and degradation of materials aligns with his current role at Exponent, where he continues to investigate these phenomena.