Dr. Thomas McKenney
Associate professor of engineering practice in the naval architecture and marine engineering department at the University of Michigan, expert in maritime engineering.
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Mar 31, 2025 • 19min
Engineering Lessons One Year After The Baltimore Bridge Collapse
Join Dr. Abi Aghayere, a civil engineering professor at Drexel University, and Dr. Thomas McKenney, an expert in maritime engineering from the University of Michigan, as they dissect the Baltimore bridge collapse. Discover the design flaws and electrical failures that led to the tragedy and learn why many bridges remain vulnerable. The discussion also emphasizes the need for collaboration between port authorities and ship operators to improve safety and adapt to the rising threat from larger container ships.
