When is EDR data useful?

Seatbelt determination EDR data can assist with cases where it is important to determine if a seatbelt was being worn at the time of a collision. Historically, this type of investigation involves a physical examination of the seatbelt to identify the presence of the tell-tale signs of seatbelt wear, or to help a biomechanics investigation…

An airbag has exploded inside a car on the drivers' side

Event Data Recorders

by Victoria Eyers What is an Event Data Recorder (EDR)? An EDR is a function of a vehicle’s Airbag Control Module (ACM), which is otherwise known as the Restraint Control Module (RCM). The ACM constantly receives data from various sensors around the car. This allows the module to decide whether the vehicle is experiencing an…