How We Do It
COLLISION RECONSTRUCTION METHODOLOGY
METHODOLOGY OVERVIEW
VEHICLE INSPECTIONS
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Photographs
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Measurements
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Documentation of Vehicle Equipment Conditions
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Documentation of Damage and Determining if Damage Was Actually Due to the Crash
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Forensic Lamp Examination
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In-House Microscopic Examination
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Data Retrieval and Analysis
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3D Photogrammetry and Modeling
Commercial VEHICLE INSPECTIONS
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Photographs
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Documentation of Damage
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Electronic Data Retrieval
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Collision Mitigation Systems
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Cab Components
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Tires
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Air Brake Systems
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Lighting
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Conspicuity Systems
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Loading
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Measurements/Weights
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3D Photogrammetry and Modeling
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Federal Motor Carrier Safety Alliance (FMCSA) Compliance
FORENSIC MAPPING
- On-Site Presence
- Scene and Evidence Documentation
- Photographs
- Video
- Photogrammetry using Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV’s)
- Total Station
- 3D Scanning
FORENSIC LAMP EXAMINATIONS
Our standard inspections include identifying and documenting the condition of lamps using macro photography. However, if further analysis is required or requested, we are equipped to perform in-house microscopic examinations of incandescent bulbs.
DATA RETRIEVAL AND ANALYSIS
Our certified CDR Technicians perform all CDR imaging, and the interpretation of the data is performed by our certified CDR Analysts. Additionally, our inventory of special equipment, training, and experience enable us to retrieve data from all CDR covered passenger vehicles as well as:
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OBD-II Diagnostic Trouble Codes
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Garmin Personal GPS Devices
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Detroit Diesel / Mercedes Engines
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Cummins Engines
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Caterpillar Engines
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Paccar Engines
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International / NavStar Engines
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Bendix Modules
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Meritor-Wabco Modules
Site Processing
- On-Site Presence
- Photogrammetry using Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV’s)
- Scene and Evidence Documentation
- Photographs
- Video
- Forensic Mapping
- 3D Scanning
3D SCANNING AND 3D MODELS
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3D Laser Scanners
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UAV’s/Drones
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4K Cameras with Photogrammetry Software
SPEED CALCULATIONS
TOOLS AND TECHNIQUES
- UAV’s/Drones
- 4K Cameras with Photogrammetry Software
- Total Stations
- 3D Laser Scanners
- Bosch Crash Data Retrieval (CDR)
- Heavy Commercial Vehicle Data Retrieval Systems
- Heavy Commercial Vehicle Scales
- Fully Equipped Response Vehicles with Portable Air Supply
- Virtual Crash Simulation Software
- In-house Microscopic Examination