Analysis

Collisions are individual and unique.  Some are relatively straight forward to reconstruct and analyze, but others need sophisticated analysis and tools.   Here are a few skills and techniques Savage Engineering has at their disposal:   

• Calculations and simulation programs that use the laws of physics 
• Occupant & Pedestrian Kinematics 
• Biomechanics 
  • Determining the loads and causes of injuries is the domain of his biomechanical experience. 
  • Biomechanics is the application of mechanical engineering to the human biosystem. 
  • Determining the loads and geometry of the object causing a given injury aids in understanding and reconstructing the event. 
• Design Analysis: 
  • Evaluating the appropriateness and state of the art of a safety design. 
  • Determining if a product was properly manufactured can be relevant. 
  • The experience and research capabilities at Savage Engineering can efficiently and accurately assess the safety of a vehicle's design. 
  • Areas include: active and passive restraint system design, crashworthiness, vehicle interior components such as seats and steering systems, structural design, 
• History of Federal rule making and standards 
• Analysis of technical papers 
• Testing and Demonstrations:  
  • Tests are often an excellent way to evaluate and/or demonstrate the performance of a vehicle safety system or a complete vehicle. 
  • It is also effective in demonstrating the accuracy of a reconstruction or the inaccuracy of one. Savage Engineering Inc. has the background and experience to handle the complexities of sophisticated testing. 
  • Savage Engineering Inc. can conduct full scale, sled and component tests at appropriate test facilities.
  • Analysis of test reports and demonstrations done by others.
• 3D Scanning generates detailed and measurable images for analysis and demonstrations.
• Photogrammetry permits constructing a 3D image from 2D photographs. When there is sufficient information in scene photographs, skid marks and other evidence can be located and measured.