Maureen T.f. Reitman

Biography

 Dr. Reitman’s expertise includes polymer and composite technology, mechanics of materials, adhesion science, fiber mechanics, history and technology of plastics, and material failure analysis. She is skilled in the development and use of testing tools and methods and has applied them to plastic, rubber, textile, metal, glass, ceramic, and composite materials and systems. She is experienced in major aspects of product development, including materials selection, formulation, scale-up, end-use testing, failure analysis, certification procedures and issues related to intellectual property. Dr. Reitman leverages her understanding of the fundamental principles of materials science and the technology of macromolecules in her investigations. She has conducted research in the areas of medical plastics and devices including implants and transdermal drug delivery systems; plastic packaging and barrier materials; paints and coatings; plastic pipes; spray foam insulation; adhesives, sealants, and encapsulants; additive manufacturing/ 3D printing; molding compounds; composite materials; high temperature resins; rubber gaskets and seals; nanoparticles; fibers and textiles; polymer chemical resistance; wire and cable insulation; connectors and splices; environmental effects on durability; and product aging. She has used her expertise to address problems and opportunities related to coatings, fibers, films, and extruded and molded products, and their use in the telecom, electronics, electrical, energy, transportation, construction, fire protection, medical, and consumer products markets. Dr. Reitman also assists clients with matters related to intellectual property, including support related to patent filings, technical due diligence, and technical aspects of trade secret, patent infringement and patent validity disputes. Dr. Reitman is a member of the Board of Directors of the Medical Plastics Division and the Failure Analysis and Prevention Special Interest Group of the Society of Plastics Engineers as well as an active member of two Underwriters Laboratories Standard Technical Panels, addressing Polymeric Materials (UL 94, UL 746, UL 1694) and Appliance Wiring (UL758). Additionally, Dr. Reitman has served on technical advisory boards for materials and manufacturing companies. Prior to joining Exponent, Dr. Reitman worked for the 3M Company in both research and management roles. Her activities included technology identification, materials selection and qualification, product development, customer support, program management, acquisition integration, intellectual property analysis, and patent litigation support.

Research Interest

 Polymer Science & Materials Chemistry