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by MSI
Sat Jan 13, 2024 2:42 pm
Forum: Simplified Momentum Analysis, PC-Crash, Virtual Crash
Topic: Question/Thoughts on Virtual Crash
Replies: 1
Views: 1087

Question/Thoughts on Virtual Crash

On another forum this question came up: Q: I am about to purchase VirtualCrash 5, and I want to see if anyone has any thoughts they would be willing to share with me. Any thoughts? A: Only suggestion is why drop $$$ ($5000 or so?) on a purchase of the program (or pc-crash, which is equivalent) which...
by MSI
Thu Jan 11, 2024 12:41 pm
Forum: msmac3D Licensee Notes
Topic: 4.5 Update enhancements, now available!
Replies: 0
Views: 1115

4.5 Update enhancements, now available!

This thread will contain notes on the many enhancements we've added to msmac3D 4.5 which will deploy shortly. Sequential Inputs for Steer, Braking, Velocity New Mouse Functions – Rotate/Pitch with right button New Color Picker Point List Animation – Display other programs output in msmac3D Graphics ...
by MSI
Wed Jan 03, 2024 10:02 pm
Forum: HOT TOPICS
Topic: Where can I find the Canadian Vehicle Specifications? CVS2023.3
Replies: 1
Views: 25594

Re: Where can I find the Canadian Vehicle Specifications? CVS2023.3

April 8, 2023 Updated to latest version
by MSI
Wed Jan 03, 2024 2:40 pm
Forum: Vehicle Safety
Topic: Discussion on Speed, Seat Belts, Drunk Driving
Replies: 4
Views: 17831

Re: Discussion on Speed, Seat Belts, Drunk Driving

Another related posting on Linkedin which starts " I used to assume these crashes should be easy to avoid, but training has shown me that research has proven otherwise: " and a link in the posting included the statement " Human error accounts for 94 to 96% of all automobile crashes. S...
by MSI
Tue Jan 02, 2024 2:14 pm
Forum: EDR CDR Related Topics
Topic: Cautions on Interpretation of EDR data
Replies: 0
Views: 1312

Cautions on Interpretation of EDR data

In a recent Linkedin Post , by Daniel Billington, the following points were made: The #1 Mistake Accident Investigators Make When Using EDR "Black Box" Data: Accepting the data on its face value! [/b] The data retrieved from an electronic data recorder (EDR) is relative data, insomuch as t...
by MSI
Thu Dec 28, 2023 9:02 pm
Forum: msmac3D Licensee Notes
Topic: MODELS3D - Dropbox Repository for New 3D Models
Replies: 10
Views: 29228

Re: MODELS3D - Dropbox Repository for New 3D Models

Be sure to see How to 'add Model' from the cloud! Getting New 3DModels To/From the McHenry Cloud We've add many new models weekly and the total number of models now at >350! Our users just ask for a 3D model and we create it! We also update our 3D Model repository so either way you can get the lates...
by MSI
Tue Dec 19, 2023 9:27 am
Forum: What Is?
Topic: What is MUTCD?
Replies: 0
Views: 1650

What is MUTCD?

MUTCD = Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices for Streets and Highways Overview Traffic control devices (TCDs) are very critical for the safe and efficient transportation of people and goods. The Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD), by setting minimum standards and providing guida...
by MSI
Tue Dec 19, 2023 9:24 am
Forum: What Is?
Topic: What is the FHWA?
Replies: 0
Views: 1564

What is the FHWA?

FHWA = Federal Highway Administration The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) is an agency within the U.S. Department of Transportation that supports State and local governments in the design, construction, and maintenance of the Nation’s highway system (Federal Aid Highway Program) and various f...
by MSI
Tue Dec 19, 2023 9:18 am
Forum: Highway Safety
Topic: FHWA MUTCD 11th Edition now available
Replies: 0
Views: 1469

FHWA MUTCD 11th Edition now available

On December 19, 2023, a final rule adopting the 11th Edition of the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices for Streets and Highways—the MUTCD—was published in the Federal Register. The new MUTCD includes a number of updates to improve safety for pedestrians, bicyclists, and all road users. States...
by MSI
Sat Dec 16, 2023 1:17 pm
Forum: What Is?
Topic: What is Closing Speed?
Replies: 6
Views: 25964

Re: What is Closing Speed?

I just realized i had promised to post up traditional closing speed calculation: Closing Speed Calculation Velocity Closing = A*Velocity1 - B*Velocity2 where Zeta = ATAN2(YCP2-YCP1,XCP2-XCP1) = space fixed angle between the Veh1 & Veh2 XCP1,XCP2 = Veh1 & Veh2 Space Fixed X coordinates YCP1,Y...