On June 8, 2026 in Fargo, ND a series of Crash Tests were conducted as part of the MATAI (Midwest Association of Technical Accident Investigators) 2026 Conference. This is a two part test, where two vehicles are on a roadway with limited visability when a Tractor Trailer crossing the roadway in front of them had… Read more »
Category: Vehicle Accident Reconstruction
Crash Testing – Head-On Test 2-3 at the MATAI 2026 Conference
On June 8, 2026 in Fargo, ND a series of Crash Tests were conducted as part of the MATAI (Midwest Association of Technical Accident Investigators) 2026 Conference. This test simulates a vehicle where the van driver started to lose steering control as it approached an intersection resulting in a 2012 Chevrolet Express Bus impacting a… Read more »
Crash Testing – Rear End Test 2-2 at the MATAI 2026 Conference
On June 8, 2026 in Fargo, ND a series of Crash Tests were conducted as part of the MATAI (Midwest Association of Technical Accident Investigators) 2026 Conference. This test is similar to two Tractor Trailer combinations in Stop-and-Go freeway traffic where the following tractor driver had a momentary distraction from the traffic ahead. This test… Read more »
Crash Testing – Under Ride Test 2-1 at the MATAI 2026 Conference
On June 8, 2026 in Fargo, ND a series of Crash Tests were conducted as part of the MATAI (Midwest Association of Technical Accident Investigators) 2026 Conference. This test is similar to a Tractor Trailer crossing an intersection and having to stop in front of oncoming traffic. This test had a 2014 Ford Escape Under… Read more »
Crash Testing – Trailer Impact Test 1-6 at the MATAI 2026 Conference
On June 7, 2026 in Fargo, ND a series of Crash Tests were conducted as part of the MATAI (Midwest Association of Technical Accident Investigators) 2026 Conference. This test is similar to a Tractor Trailer crossing an intersection and having to stop in front of oncoming traffic whcih tries to steer out of the way …… Read more »
Crash Testing – Rear End Test 1-5 at the MATAI 2026 Conference
On June 7, 2026 in Fargo, ND a series of Crash Tests were conducted as part of the MATAI (Midwest Association of Technical Accident Investigators) 2026 Conference. This test had a 2009 Volvo VNL with a VAN Trailer attached Rear Ending a 2014 Ford Escape at ~8 mph. Typical of Stop-and-Go traffic on a freeway,… Read more »
Crash Testing – Under Ride Test 1-1 at the MATAI 2026 Conference
On June 7, 2026 in Fargo, ND a series of Crash Tests were conducted as part of the MATAI (Midwest Association of Technical Accident Investigators) 2026 Conference. This test is typical of a mid-west incident where a Tractor Trailer is crossing a small town moderate to high speed roadway to enter a distribution center and… Read more »
The Important Versatility of Point Cloud Models
When you’re looking to reconstruct the details of a collision, having accurate visual and spatial data makes a world of difference. Over the years, a number of tools have come and go, but point cloud models continue to stand out. It’s not just about their accuracy, but for their adaptability. If you’ve suffered the misfortune… Read more »
Why Point Cloud Models are an Important Part of Accident Investigations
When it comes to accident reconstruction, precision and detail are everything. Point cloud models, which utilize cutting-edge technology, have revolutionized how experts analyze and interpret crash scenes. These models offer a three-dimensional visualization of accident scenes, providing invaluable data that was previously not easily attainable with traditional methods. Understanding Point Cloud Models Point clouds are… Read more »
What Are Point Cloud Models?
Technology continually evolves over the years, offering us new tools that enhance precision and clarity. This is especially true in the world of forensic analysis and accident reconstruction. One such technological advancement is the point cloud model. These are utilized across various fields and have become particularly influential in reconstructing vehicular accidents. Let’s take a… Read more »
