Forensic Visibility

Forensic Visibility by James L. Harris Sr. and James L. Harris II explains the subtle and complex aspects of forensic visibility in plain terms. Drawing upon over 50 years in visibility studies — including tenure at the Visibility Lab at the University of California — and experience as an expert in over 1,000 accident cases, Harris covers everything from the human visual system to midair aircraft collisions. An essential addition to any library for accident reconstructionists, insurance professionals, attorneys, and forensic experts involved in visibility-related cases. Authors: James L. Harris Sr., James L. Harris II ISBN-10: 1-933264-60-8 ISBN-13: 978-1-933264-60-8 Copyright: December 12, 2011 Pages: 142 Binding: Paperback Size: 6 x 9 inches Topics Include: The human visual system — visual detection, search, contrast threshold, and background luminance Eyewitness testimony and distance judgment Disability glare and intersection lighting Pedestrian and vehicle accident visibility analysis Vehicle-to-vehicle accidents and unlit stationary vehicles at night Aircraft midair collisions — visual search, collision avoidance, wire strikes, and pilot responsibilities Forensic photography — scene fidelity, camera types, resolution, calibration, and image linearity