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Crash Reconstruction & Accident Analysis

Reconstructing traffic crashes is a complex process that brings together all available information and relevant facts from the accident scene investigation. Our focus is on clarifying the circumstances of accidents and how they unfolded.

Our Services Related to Crash Reconstruction

Crash reconstruction on behalf of a client

We create customized accident reconstructions and analyses for you, based on your specific requirements, special requests, and the data you provide.

Further training in crash reconstruction

In addition, we offer training courses that provide expertise in accident analysis, including accident scene investigation, accident reconstruction, and the use of Event Data Recorders (EDR).

Accident scenarios

From quick overview reconstructions to detailed analyses in PCM or OpenX format, we offer a wide range of service packages to meet the individual needs of our customers.

How can we assist you with crash reconstruction?

Crash reconstruction is one of our core competencies: We reconstruct traffic accidents based on all available relevant facts, thereby clarifying the circumstances of the accident and its sequence of events. Our reconstruction services range from quick overview reconstructions to detailed analyses in PCM or OpenX format—tailored to your requirements and data sources.

With more than 20 years of experience and close ties to the GIDAS (German In-Depth Accident Study) accident research project, we have a unique database for every accident reconstruction. In addition, we offer the EES catalog of comparable cases as well as training courses on accident reconstruction and the use of event data recorders (EDRs).

If you are looking for a reliable partner in accident reconstruction, please feel free to contact us.

Crash Reconstruction Using Software

Energy Equivalent Speed (EES) Catalog

Energy Equivalent Speed (EES) refers to the speed at which a vehicle collides with an indeformable obstacle and exhibits comparable deformations. Energy Equivalent Speed is an important and indispensable parameter for analyzing the collision phase:

  • Key parameter for determining the technical accident severity
  • Basis for calculating the deformation energy
  • Frequent use in the creation of injury risk functions
  • Important reconstruction parameter

Building on the unique data set from our accident surveys, we have created a digital reference tool for “Energy Equivalent Speed” (EES) that allows users to easily search for comparable EES cases. This catalog consists of comprehensive data sets for several hundred vehicles and is continuously being expanded. With the VUFO catalog, you have access to a portal containing extensive vehicle-, collision-, and accident-specific data sets.

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Filter Criteria

Vehicle-specific:

  • Vehicle model
  • Vehicle class
  • Body shape
  • First registration
  • Crash weight
Accident-specific:
  • Type of accident
  • Accident type

Kollisionsspezifisch:

  • Collision counterparty
  • Main damage (VDI2)
  • Shock pulse direction (VDI1)
  • Overlap
  • Rollover
  • Underride
  • Energy equivalent speed (EES)
  • Change in speed (DV)
  • Collision speed (VK)

Um einen Einblick in den EES-Katalog zu erhalten, können Sie sich derzeit für einen kostenfreien Gast-Account anmelden. Dieser ermöglicht einen zweitägigen (Basis-)Zugang.

See for yourself and get a glimpse into the largest and most detailed German vehicle database for EES values. In addition, there are various licensing models to choose from.

Consulting on Crash Reconstruction

Are you unsure which scope of reconstruction is right for your needs? We can advise you on methodology, data sources, and the appropriate service package—from an overview reconstruction to a detailed analysis in PCM or OpenX format.

We support you in analysing, interpreting and preparing scenarios specifically for simulation, testing and research applications.

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Your contact for reconstruction

Portrait Head of Projects and Services Thomas Unger

If you would like to learn more about how our scenarios are used or about our services at, Thomas Unger will be happy to assist you.

Phone: 0351 438989-35
Email: thomas.unger@vufo.de

Request an Accident Reconstruction

Send us an uncomplicated and non-binding inquiry. We will get back to you as soon as possible.

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