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J Mandelík1, N Bobrov2, Z Nevolná3
1The University of Security Management in Kosice, ul. Kukučínova 17, 040 01 Kosice, Slovak Republic.
Journal of Biomedical Physics & Engineering
|March 19, 2019
Summary
The FORTIS system enhances the evaluation of traffic injuries by analyzing physical violence and the body's response. This forensic tool offers broader applications beyond road accidents for comprehensive injury assessment.
Area of Science:
- Forensic Science
- Biomechanics
- Traffic Safety
Background:
- Limited utility of verbal injury descriptions in criminalistics for road transportation experts.
- Introduction of the FORTIS system for enhanced interdisciplinary expert evidence.
- Development of injury and contact signatures for evaluation and comparison.
Purpose of the Study:
- Evaluate pedestrian injuries using the FORTIS system.
- Demonstrate the value of FORTIS in assessing mechanical violence and injury mechanisms.
- Expand the application of forensic analysis in traffic accident investigations.
Main Methods:
- Analysis of traffic injury cases using the FORTIS forensic system.
- Inclusion of photodocumentation, graphic schemes, medical files, and autopsy protocols.
- Evaluation of injury and contact signatures based on individual attributes.
Main Results:
- Traffic collisions create a matrix of physical violence and bodily response.
- Case analyses confirm the significant value of the FORTIS system.
- FORTIS enables detailed assessment of the interaction between vehicles and pedestrians.
Conclusions:
- The FORTIS system offers extensive applications for forensic medicine beyond traffic injuries.
- It is valuable for analyzing all types of injuries and accidents, including rail, air, and violent crimes.
- FORTIS provides advanced options for traffic accident analysts and forensic experts.
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