Al Vangura, Jr., CPSI
Forensic Biomechanics
avangura@forensicexp.com
Education
M.S. Bioengineering, University of Pittsburgh, 2000
B.S. Exercise and Sports Science: Biomechanics, The Pennsylvania State University, 1992
Associate of Science Mechanical Engineering Technology, The Pennsylvania State University, 1991
Certifications
Certified Playground Safety Inspector
Basic Life Saving
Areas of Specialization
- Injury causation, mechanics and analysis
- Biomechanics
- Slips and falls
- Sports and recreation injuries
- Seat belt effectiveness
- Motor vehicle collision injuries
- Medical devices
- Product liability
- Manufacturing equipment
- Personal accidents
Professional Affiliations
- American Society for Testing Materials
- International Society of Biomechanics
- International Sports Engineering Society
- National Association for Subrogation Professionals – Western PA Chairperson
- National Recreation and Park Association
- Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America
Mr. Vangura provides technical investigations, analysis, reports and testimony towards the resolution of litigation involving: biomechanics, slips and falls, sports and recreation, medical devices, product liability, manufacturing equipment, personal accidents.
He also provides sports and recreational consultation and program/facility inspections as well as conducting verification and validation of playgrounds and playground surfaces.
He has also been employed as a design/development engineer for major manufacturers of medical devices, sports equipment, military devices, and the International Space Station.
A current CV is available on request.
