15 Questions
According to Tom Fuller, what is the relationship between seeing and truth?
"Seeing is believing, but truth is feeling."
What is a challenge encountered when analyzing video footage?
Lens distortion
What tool do video analysts use at the scene to gather information?
A laser
What is the purpose of frame timing in dash cams and other cameras?
To save space on the device
What happens if the frame timing is incorrect in a dash cam video?
The full extent of the accident may not be accurately depicted.
What are some pitfalls that can occur with video footage?
Dropped frames and converted frames
Why is it important to extract data directly from the source?
To maintain original quality
What do engineers analyze to determine the speed of multiple vehicles?
Reverse projection analysis
What is used to establish the video and understand the dynamics of a crash?
EDR information
If a video does not trigger an event in the EDR, what does that imply about the collision speed?
It was less than 8 km/h.
What should you do if you have access to the camera that recorded an event?
Obtain frame timing metadata
What is critical to determine in regards to motion blur for forensic analysis?
The start and end points of the blur
How does a 3D laser scanner assist video analysts?
By giving a better perspective of what the camera captured
Why is it important to remember the positioning of cameras when analyzing video footage?
Because it may alter the perceived curvature of roads
What is the benefit of dissecting videos from all angles in an accident analysis?
To find errors or truths depending on forensics or engineering
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