ABSTRACT
Modern accident reconstruction uses basic principles of physics dating to the time of Sir Isaac Newton. These basic physical principles require a relatively sophisticated knowledge of mathematics. The mathematical principles involve algebra, trigonometry, calculus, differential equations, and some advanced topics for certain complex events. The theme of the book involves extensive use of mathematics in the development of the equations because it is very important that the practitioner understand the foundation principles of the equations that are used. The understanding of the mathematical development of the equations is also important for the reconstructionist because, in depositions or in court testimony, the expert is sometimes called to show the derivation of a particular equation. The extensive use of mathematics in the book also serves as a reference in the style of a textbook. The reader can refer to a particular section and solidify his or her understanding of the physical principles.
