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Explore new topics every month with Knott Laboratory's Blog on recent industry updates, ongoing projects, the latest events, and helpful insight from our renowned team.
Knott Laboratory’s Blog is a collaborative school of thought from our expert team of engineers who have worked on over 20,000 failure analysis cases nationwide for the legal and insurance industries, as well as for local and national businesses.
June 15, 2018
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…
June 7, 2018
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.
May 18, 2018
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.
May 15, 2018
Moisture and Water Intrusion May Cause Foundation Problems
At Knott Laboratory, we come across many avoidable projects caused by improper drainage near the foundation.
April 6, 2018
How are Forensic Computer Animations Created?
Animations are created with a scientific accuracy based on compiling a lot of data, and physical evidence.
March 28, 2018
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
March 20, 2018
What is a Computer Animation?
Computer animation is a visual enhancement of expert testimony
February 20, 2018
Forensic Engineering Investigations and Changing Fire Patterns
Fire patterns are the identifiable shapes formed and left behind on the remnants of a fire
February 6, 2018
How to Reconstruct an Accident Using Video Footage
Knott Laboratory analyzes accidents captured on video using matchmoving or "camera tracking".
January 10, 2018
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…