Rivers R.W. Basic Physics: Notes for Traffic Crash Investigators and Reconstructionists (An Introduction for Some A Review for Others)

Illinois, USA: Charles C Thomas Publ. Ltd., 2004. — 141 p. — ISBN: 0-398-07482-8.This manual is intended to provide a basic understanding of physics as applied to traffic crash investigation and reconstruction and to provide an understanding of the subject that will lead to advancement in this profession. It is intended to serve a need for investigators who possess a good knowledge and understanding of elementary algebra and trigonometry, and who have successfully completed at least an atscene traffic crash investigation course and wish to further their knowledge
towards competency in advanced traffic crash investigation and reconstruction.Introduction to physics and vehicle motion
measurements in physics
Gravity, mass and weight
Motion
Work
Power
Energy
Force
Friction
Momentum
Pressure and force multipliers
Appendixes
Symbols
Conversion Factors
Speed of Light
Speed of Sound in Air
Acceleration Due to Gravity