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Technical Notebook: Evidence Retention and Event Data Recorders

The following three examples illustrate the type of data retained in black boxes and their significance.

By Charles C. Roberts, Jr., Ph.D., P.E. | Updated on August 01, 2010

Event data recorders are typically electronic devices that store information received from sensors connected to the device. An event data recorder is often referred to as a “black box,” a familiar recording device found on many large passenger aircrafts.

Event data recorders are now being designed into many other products to aid in diagnosing problems that may arise with usage of the given product. Automobiles, electronic panels, alarm systems, and some appliances are examples of products that can be equipped with event data recorders.

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