Print this page Motor Vehicle Accident Reconstruction Special Topic 1 - Brake Failures
Peter Chen, P.E., CFEI, ACTAR
Course Outline
In this course, we will look at brake failures in the overall context of causes of reported motor vehicle fatalities. We will look at the various brake systems. An introduction to brake failure forensic analysis methodology will be discussed.
This course includes
a multiple choice quiz at the end,
Learning Objective
At the conclusion of this course, the student will:
- The importance of brake failures relative to other causes of motor vehicle fatalities;
- Understand basic passenger car brake systems;
- Understand basic commercial truck brake systems;
- Advanced braking systems;
- Traction control systems; and
- Be introduced to brake failure analysis methodology.
Intended Audience
This course is intended for engineers, certified reconstructionist, and contractors working in the field of motor vehicle accident reconstruction.
Benefit to Attendees
Attendee of this course will be introduced to various braking systems and failure analysis.
Course Introduction
The brake system is an integral part of motor vehicle safety. Brake failures are a statistically significant component failure cause of motor vehicle fatalities. A basic understanding of brake systems is an important part of a motor vehicle accident reconstructionists body of knowledge.
Course Content
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Motor Vehicle Accident Reconstruction Special Topic 1 - Brake Failures
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The brake system is an integral part of motor vehicle safety. Brake failures are a statistically significant component failure cause of motor vehicle fatalities. A basic understanding of suspension systems is an important part of a motor vehicle accident reconstructionists body of knowledge.
Related Links
For additional technical information related to this subject, please visit the following websites or web pages:
Fatal Accident Reporting System (FARS)
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards for Hydraulic Brakes
Commercial Truck Air Brakes
Quiz
Once you finish studying the above course content, you need to take a quiz to obtain the PDH credits.
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