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iPhone LiDAR for Forensics: Why Recon-3D Meets the Daubert Validating Standard
Introduction: The Revolution in Scene Documentation Forensic investigators and reconstructionists have long relied on Terrestrial Laser Scanners (TLS) , such as the FARO Focus S350, to capture high-fidelity, measurable 3D data at crime and crash scenes. However, while these tools set the gold standard for precision, their high cost and specialized training requirements have limited widespread use. Many smaller departments and private investigators find themselves priced out o

Dr. R. Ryan Rider
Nov 36 min read


Building Safer Schools: A Comprehensive Blueprint for Prevention, Protection, and Recovery
Beyond the Headlines – Understanding the Reality of School Safety The fear is real. For communities, for educators, for parents. When we...

Dr. R. Ryan Rider
Sep 247 min read


The Future of Police Training with VR/AR: Transforming De-Escalation, Preparedness, and Officer Safety
Operator XR Law Enforcement Virtual Reality Training System Introduction: A Shift in Police Training For decades, police academies across...

Dr. R. Ryan Rider
Sep 225 min read


Revolutionizing Readiness: How Virtual Reality is Transforming First Responder Training
First responders training with VR technology The demands placed on today’s first responders are unlike any in history. From law...

Dr. R. Ryan Rider
Aug 222 min read


Beyond the Headlines – Unpacking the NYC Office Shooting
Beyond the Headlines: The Midtown Manhattan Shooting I. Introduction: A City Gripped by Tragedy On a somber Monday evening, Midtown...

Dr. R. Ryan Rider
Aug 77 min read


The Indispensable Role of 3D Laser Scanning in Modern Forensic Investigations
3D Laswer Scanning In recent years, advancements in technology have profoundly revolutionized the field of forensic investigations. Among...

Dr. R. Ryan Rider
Jul 225 min read


Virtual Reality in Courtrooms: Making Evidence Speak Louder Than Words
At Triple R Investigations, we leverage cutting-edge technology to advance public safety and provide our clients with the most...

Dr. R. Ryan Rider
Apr 186 min read


Rebuilding Alcatraz in 3D: How Scanning Technology Is Revolutionizing Crime Scene Investigation and Virtual Justice
Discover how 3D scanners and photogrammetry recreated Alcatraz Island in stunning detail—and how the same technologies are changing the...

Dr. R. Ryan Rider
Apr 184 min read


From Real to Virtual: A Comprehensive Guide to 3D Scanning for Crash Reconstruction
This comprehensive guide delves into the process of 3D scanning and its pivotal role in crash reconstruction.

Dr. R. Ryan Rider
Sep 22, 20234 min read


Stepping into the Scene: Exploring the Role of Virtual Reality in Forensic Crash Investigations
In the world of forensic investigations, technological advancements are continually reshaping the way professionals approach their work.

Dr. R. Ryan Rider
Aug 30, 20233 min read


XYZ – What Direction Are You Going?
Graphics play a major role in providing qualitative and quantitative information of complex crash and crime scenes.

Dr. R. Ryan Rider
Aug 27, 20202 min read


Reduce Scene Man-Hours by Implementing a 3D Scanning Program
When a vehicle crash or crime happens, the first thing law enforcement agents do is secure the area to protect the evidence.

Dr. R. Ryan Rider
Aug 20, 20202 min read


Fly Through Video is the Top Result of 3D Scanning
You only have one shot at capturing every detail of a crash or crime scene.

Dr. R. Ryan Rider
Aug 13, 20202 min read


Documenting Large Crash and Crime Scenes
When a crash or crime happens, it is in the best interest of everyone for the area to be cleared as soon as possible.

Dr. R. Ryan Rider
Aug 7, 20202 min read


Crime Scene Investigation – It’s All in the Details
While processing a crime scene, every detail is documented. Usually, this documentation is done in notes, photographs, sketches, and even...

Dr. R. Ryan Rider
Aug 2, 20202 min read


3D Scanner Usage in Cold Cases
If you are a fan of TV crime series, you have probably noticed how details such as shoe prints and traces on bodies help investigators...

Dr. R. Ryan Rider
Aug 1, 20192 min read


Hunting Shooting Accidents and Using 3D Scanning to Collect Evidence
A hunting-related shooting accident (HSRI) is an occurrence that involves injury to an individual as a result of the accidental discharge of a sporting arm during a hunting adventure. These accidents often arise due to failure to follow basic hunting and firearm safety rules.

Dr. R. Ryan Rider
Jun 12, 20193 min read


Enhance Your 3D Scans By Adding Annotations
3D scanning is a great tool that helps to reduce investigation time for crashes, especially as it helps to capture hard-to-diagram views from human perspective. But by relying on annotations for your 3D scans, you can achieve even better results. How so?

Dr. R. Ryan Rider
Feb 10, 20192 min read


3D Scanner Use In Crash Scenes
This blog addresses the many other benefits of using 3D scanners in crash scenes. Are you ready to learn something new?

Dr. R. Ryan Rider
Aug 1, 20183 min read


Energy Crush Analysis
Vehicular crashes taking place today can effectively be analyzed along with the utilization of the latest available technology—3D...

Dr. R. Ryan Rider
May 1, 20182 min read
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