The Synergy of Crash Data Retrieval and Call Detail Records
The combined power of Crash Data Retrieval (CDR) and Call Detail Records can be instrumental in providing crucial insights regarding the cause of the collision for reconstruction engineers. CDR technology…
“Right to Repair”: Digital Disparities
The phrase “Right to Repair” refers to any legislation concerning consumers’ rights to repair digital devices, ranging from cell phones to vehicles. This article explores the broader questions raised by…
iPhone Crash Detection and Collision Reconstruction
Apple’s iPhone 14 has a new feature called crash detection. This feature is designed to detect when a user has been involved in a car accident and assist in alerting…
Event Data Recording Developments in Recreation Vehicles
R. Scott King, BSME, Principal Automotive/Mechanical Engineer Event data recorders (EDRs) in passenger vehicles and commercial trucks have been in use for nearly 20 years. During that time, they have…
Two Events, One Data Recorder
R. Scott King, BSME, Principal Automotive / Mechanical Engineer :::: While standing at their property edge, waiting for a school bus, a father and son were seriously injured when they…
Side-by-Side (SSV) & Watercraft Electronic Event Data
Robert S. Kinder, Jr., MS, Mechanical Engineer :::: Over time the number of electronic devices and features in motorized vehicles has generally increased, some of which can record diagnostic or…
Lane Change & Crash: Who, When, Where?
Robert S. Kinder, Jr., MS, Mechanical Engineer :::: The driver of a Jeep SUV stated they were approaching a four-way intersection when a GMC pickup truck changed lanes and entered…
Infotainment Systems: What’s in Your Car & How is it Used?
Robert S. Kinder, Jr., BSME, Automotive / Mechanical Engineer :::: Modern vehicles in the automobile market can record a wealth of insightful data. Traditionally, forensic investigators had the ability to…
Don’t Underestimate the Importance and Power of Event Data
James R. Schmidt, Jr., BSME, Sr. Collision Reconstruction Engineer :::: The capability of recording event data when a crash occurs is becoming more prevalent in vehicles on the road today.…
