Attention to detail of every aspect of the investigation is crucial to determining the reality of what actually happened. Analyzing everything from vehicle damage to interpreting the physical evidence of the scene gives us a better understanding of just how the vehicles did or did not engage. Below are the services that we are proud to offer to our clients.
SERVICES
SCENE INVESTIGATION
Physical evidence left behind after an accident can often paint a picture of how the collision happened. With various tools and expertise at our disposal we can document the details of a scene to better understand the dynamic of the collision. Laser mapping, 3D scanning, aerial photography, and photogrammetry are just a few of the means necessary to gather what are often important issues. We also have ample experience with matters of perception and reaction times, visibility issues, and in calculating speed from skids and stopping distances.
PHOTOGRAMMETRY
Aerial photography and photogrammetry are useful for documenting and recreating different aspects of a collision. They can be used to model vehicle damage and also document the physical evidence of a scene, such as tire marks, gouges, or the final positions of vehicle at rest. The use of 2D orthomosaics or 3D point clouds and triangle meshes can result in a very effective and vivid representation of multiple facets of the reconstruction.
COMMERCIAL MOTOR VEHICLE INSPECTION
CMV reconstruction requires specific knowledge and training. At TCR we specialize in in commercial motor vehicle collisions. With the majority of our cases involving heavy trucks, we have ample experience in how properly examine event data, reflectivity and conspicuity, out-of-service and log book violations, and more. We are fully equipped to perform a Level-1 DOT inspection at all times and also offer training on CMV inspections and regulations.
VEHICLE ANALYSIS
A key factor in interpreting the dynamics of the impact phase of a collision is the analysis of the vehicle damage. This, coupled with event data, is used to identify certain factors related to the accident, such as driver behavior, accident prevention and avoidance, headlamp and brake usage through bulb examination, as well as determining speed from CRUSH. At TCR we also make use of a FARO scanner that allows us to capture any point on the vehicle. These 3D scans deliver an accurate point-based model of the vehicle which helps provide thorough analysis of the collision, compelling visualizations for courtroom presentations and animations, and also preserve data that might otherwise be lost.
EVENT DATA
Most vehicles involved in a collision today have some sort of event data recorder (EDR). This can be some of the most imperative data related to the impact. We have the equipment necessary to download just about any commercial truck and passenger vehicle. Whether it involves an in-cab connection or having to go directly to the module itself, we have the hardware and experience in downloading or imaging the data, as well as interpreting the results.
ANIMATIONS
Some of the latest tech and software allow us to recreate the scene of a collision in a scale environment. Whether a 2D diagram is needed or a 3D animation is required for an immersive representation, we are able to provide court room ready demonstrative aids. From these scale representations we can analyze time and distance, calculate momentum and speed, and help give a personal view of the impact phase of a collision.
