User Groups and Other Forums

There are a number of helpful User Groups, Discussion Forums and other resources available on the Internet. Here are few that we have found to be particularly useful:

CDRtool User Group: This is an online user group for crash data retrieval users. There are currently 800+ members (as of February 2007).

Moderators: Brad Muir and W.R. "Rusty" Haight

Requirements for joining group:
Must have successfully completed a Vetronix/Bosch approved certification course within the past two years.

ARC Network Discussion Forum: This is a free online discussion forum hosted by the ARC Network. It is geared to accident reconstruction and traffic accident investigation but can also address Crash Data Retrieval topics.

INCR: International Network of Collision Reconstructionists. This is a by-invitation-only network of crash/accident reconstructionists. Prospective members must be nominated by a current member. The Rules are posted in the files section. Our aims,in no particular order, are to:

• Establish professional contacts with fellow recons around the world
• Consult one another on difficult reconstructions<
• Share new ideas, products and techniques
• Share the results of tests and experiments
• Share court decisions and laws
• Announce courses, meetings, and product demos
• Assist other investigators in locating needed information, and
• Share interesting and/or humorous experiences in the field of recon.

Day-to-Day Moderator: W.Bartlett PE, ACTAR

Moderators at large: J.Badger ACTAR, A.Brown PE, L.Fasnacht ACTAR, B.Schmidt PhD, ACTAR