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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


Courage in Crisis: Honoring the Heroes Who Stood Against Active Shooters
When gunfire erupts in a school, workplace, church, or public space, seconds determine whether lives are saved or lost. Active shooter incidents have become an urgent public safety crisis in the United States.

Dr. R. Ryan Rider
Sep 285 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


Reshaping Professional Training: The Transformative Power of AI and Immersive Technologies
Corporate AI Training Session The landscape of employee training is undergoing a rapid evolution, with Artificial Intelligence (AI) and...

Dr. R. Ryan Rider
Aug 296 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


PeerlessVR: Elevating Law Enforcement Training Through Differentiated Virtual Reality Solutions
Peerless VR in action (from www.PeerlessVR.com ) In the rapidly evolving landscape of virtual reality (VR) technologies, PeerlessVR has...

Dr. R. Ryan Rider
Aug 184 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


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


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


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


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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