Micky Gilbert, P.E.
Micky holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering. Experience, education, and passion for accident reconstruction and analysis, scene examinations, tire imprint analysis, as well as auto racing have earned him an industry reputation as an expert. His background includes vehicle dynamics, mechanical design, accident analysis, handling tests, rollover testing, system development/patent, education, and analysis of auto manufacturer documents and tests. Micky provides national expert services for litigation professionals. Being involved with a number of automotive, and accident reconstruction organizations has enhanced Micky's commitment to the community, as he has become a published writer in several publications. He has been awarded two auto-racing championships. Mickey obtained a United States Patent on an anti-rollover device -The Method and Apparatus for Reducing Vehicle Rollover.
Articles by this Author
Improving Vehicle Accident Reconstruction Results
- By Micky Gilbert, P.E.
- Published 03/1/2004
- Accident Reconstruction
- Unrated
Automobile accident reconstruction can be simplified by following some specific practices. Good documentation of the physical evidence leads to a thorough understanding of the vehicles' motion before and after an impact. Poor documentation of the evidence may complicate and, in some cases, make a full reconstruction impossible. The accuracy of a reconstruction is largely dependent on the quality and preservation of the physical evidence.
Reconstruction of SUV Untripped Rollovers
- By Micky Gilbert, P.E.
- Published 07/1/2002
- Accident Reconstruction
- Unrated
Sport utility vehicle (SUV) rollover has been the subject of news documentaries and magazines for decades. The physics involved in a large number of these rollovers, however, have not been publicly discussed. Stable passenger vehicles will not roll over until they hit something or are tripped by an obstruction such as a curb or dirt furrow. When steered sharply, stable vehicles will slide on pavement.