Assignment: Crash Scene Reconstruction Activity

Test Course
2015-08-20T15:53:32Z

Due:

Learning Objective
In this activity, you will reconstruct the approach speeds, post-collision speeds, and initial speeds of a two car collision using velocity and momentum calculations based on data gathered from a crash scene. You will additionally explore the relationship between speed and injury severity using vector calculations.

Instructions
To complete this lab, you will need to download and print the Crash Scene Reconstruction Worksheet. Next, click "Go" in the window below to launch the interactive crash scene. Once you arrive at the accident scene, scroll across the scene to reveal highlighted areas of interest. Click on these areas to gather important data from the accident investigation. The question mark box will show you the symbol glossary.

Materials and Equipment Needed
• Scientific or Graphing Calculator
• Basic knowledge of algebra
• Basic knowledge of trigonometry is recommended but not required

When you complete the worksheet, submit it to your instructor.

References and Additional Resources

Gabauer, D.J. and Gabler, H.C. 2006. Comparison of Delta-V and Occupant Impact Velocity Crash Severity Metrics Using Event Data Recorders. 50th Annual Proceedings, Association for the Advancement of Automotive Medicine.

Garrott, W.R. and Guenther, D.A. 1985. Determination of Tire-Road Friction Coefficients for Skid Mark Analysis. Tire Science and Technology. Vol. 13, No. 1, pp. 41-64.

Noon, R.K. 2001. Forensic Engineering Investigation. CRC Press, LLC, p. 223.

Richards, D. and Cuerden, R. 2009. The Relationship between Speed and Car Driver Injury Severity. Road Safety Web Publication 9. Department for Transport: London.

Learning Objective
In this activity, you will reconstruct the approach speeds, post-collision speeds, and initial speeds of a two car collision using velocity and momentum calculations based on data gathered from a crash scene. You will additionally explore the relationship between speed and injury severity using vector calculations.

Instructions
To complete this lab, you will need to download and print the Crash Scene Reconstruction Worksheet. Next, click "Go" in the window below to launch the interactive crash scene. Once you arrive at the accident scene, scroll across the scene to reveal highlighted areas of interest. Click on these areas to gather important data from the accident investigation. The question mark box will show you the symbol glossary.

Materials and Equipment Needed
• Scientific or Graphing Calculator
• Basic knowledge of algebra
• Basic knowledge of trigonometry is recommended but not required

When you complete the worksheet, submit it to your instructor.

References and Additional Resources

Gabauer, D.J. and Gabler, H.C. 2006. Comparison of Delta-V and Occupant Impact Velocity Crash Severity Metrics Using Event Data Recorders. 50th Annual Proceedings, Association for the Advancement of Automotive Medicine.

Garrott, W.R. and Guenther, D.A. 1985. Determination of Tire-Road Friction Coefficients for Skid Mark Analysis. Tire Science and Technology. Vol. 13, No. 1, pp. 41-64.

Noon, R.K. 2001. Forensic Engineering Investigation. CRC Press, LLC, p. 223.

Richards, D. and Cuerden, R. 2009. The Relationship between Speed and Car Driver Injury Severity. Road Safety Web Publication 9. Department for Transport: London.