Knott Laboratory provides forensic engineering and animation, Civil & Structural, and Fire & Explosion Investigation services to reconstruct accidents.


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Knott Laboratory employees remain active within the engineering field by teaching legal and insurance seminars, publishing through nationwide organizations and participating in trade conferences. Additionally, we host continuing education courses in various fields.


NASCAR Driver Tony Stewart and Kevin Ward, Jr. Fatal Racing Accident


The Stewart/Ward fatal racing accident occurred on August 9, 2014 at the Canandaigua Motorsports Park in Ontario County, New…

Image of 3D scan for accident reconstruction

What is 3D Scanning and How Does it Help in Accident Reconstruction?


Today’s scanners can shoot up to 2 million points per second 

Image from Knott Laboratory's motion capture

What is the Process of 2D and 3D rendering?


We use the latest 3D modeling and animation software. Sometimes, we will use 20 different software applications on one…

Get the vehicle “black box” EDR data before costs mount for your claim

How Crucial is Vehicle “Black Box” Event Data Recorder (EDR) Information in Vehicle Accident Claims?


Get the vehicle “black box” EDR data before costs mount for your claim.

Computer animation image from Princess Diana car crash investigation by Knott Lab

Are the Use of Computer Animations Allowed in Court?


The use of computer animations has been used in a courtroom since the mid 1980's.

Image of moisture and water intrusion causing foundation problems

Moisture and Water Intrusion May Cause Foundation Problems


At Knott Laboratory, we come across many avoidable projects caused by improper drainage near the foundation.

Computer animation wire mesh image of trailer underride

How are Forensic Computer Animations Created?


Animations are created with a scientific accuracy based on compiling a lot of data, and physical evidence.

Hyatt Regency Hotel Lobby after Walkway Collapse

Knott Laboratory’s Forensic Engineers Reflect Upon Florida Bridge Collapse and Lessons from 1981 Hyatt Regency Walkway Collapse


Dr. Knott’s testing subsequently proved that the walkways were significantly under strength

wire mesh of crashed vehicle

What is a Computer Animation?


Computer animation is a visual enhancement of expert testimony

Forensic Engineering Investigations and Changing Fire Patterns


Fire patterns are the identifiable shapes formed and left behind on the remnants of a fire

How to Reconstruct an Accident Using Video Footage


Knott Laboratory analyzes accidents captured on video using matchmoving or "camera tracking".

Freeze Losses – Using a Thermal Analysis


Winter this year seemed to take its time getting here, but it looks like it is finally upon us. With winter comes insurance…