Letter L1
Thoughts on the Avoidability Analysis of Collisions between Vehicles and Pedestrians Crossing the Road
- College of Pharmacy and Biological Engineering, Chongqing University of Technology, Chongqing 400054, China.
- Chongqing Anxin Institute Forensic Science, Chongqing 400054, China.
- Chongqing Engineering Research Center for Criminal Investigation Technology, Institute of Forensic Science, Chongqing Public Security Bureau, Chongqing 400707, China.
Corresponding author: Shengxiong Liu · shengxiongliu@cqut.edu.cn
Abstract
Abstract
Collisions between vehicles and pedestrians crossing the road often result in severe injuries, highlighting the importance of accurate avoidability analyses in traffic accident reconstructions. Traditional assessments focus predominantly on the spatial relationship—comparing braking distance with the initial vehicle-pedestrian distance—while overlooking crucial temporal factors such as pedestrian walking speed. This brief study proposes a spatiotemporal approach that integrates both spatial and temporal variables to provide a more realistic evaluation of collision avoidability. Incorporating the pedestrian’s crossing time and the vehicle’s reaction and braking intervals enables a comprehensive analysis, potentially yielding more precise conclusions regarding accident responsibility.
Keywords: Vehicle-Pedestrian Collision; Collision Avoidability; Spatiotemporal Analysis; Traffic Accident Reconstruction; Road Safety
Publication History
Citation Information
| Document code | L1 · Letter |
|---|---|
| Journal | Forensic Science Seminar |
| ISSN | 2157-118X |
| Volume / Issue | 14 / 1 |
| Pages | 14, C3 |
| Publication date | 22 December 2024 |
| Article HTML | https://fss.xxyy.info/journal/2024/2157118X.14.1.L1.html |
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