Knott Laboratory provides forensic engineering and animation, Civil & Structural, and Fire & Explosion Investigation services to reconstruct accidents.


Photo Matching

Matching 3D data points to aid in investigations


Using 3D software, the forensic animators set up cameras in 3D space to accurately match 3D data points to corresponding points in investigation or police photographs. By matching our 3D data to data in photographs, our team can determine the position of vehicles, the location of important evidence, and measurements of evidence, such as tire marks or gouge marks.

This technique is essential in obtaining accurate information to prepare engineering analysis and demonstrate the accuracy of our data. Photo matching can also be used to create more realistic animations by animating 3D vehicles and objects over photographs.

View Samples of our Work

Since 1982, Knott Laboratory has been providing comprehensive forensic engineering and computer animation services to reconstruct accidents.

High Profile Cases

Knott Laboratory has become the leader in forensic engineering and computer animation by investigating high profile cases and conveying our analysis effectively during litigation.

Experts in the Field

Our forensic engineers are experts in accident reconstruction, failure analysis and cause & origin. Our forensic engineers work directly with our in-house animation department to create state-of-the-art forensic animations for use in court, arbitration, mediation or settlement negotiations.

Scott Fronapfel

Forensic Visualization Expert

(303) 925-1900
David Ridder headshot

David Ridder, B.F.A.

Forensic Visualization Expert

(303) 925-1900

Taylor D. Spiegelberg, B.F.A.

Visualization Manager

(303) 925-1900

What others have to say about our work