VANET-Based Ad-Hoc Simulation of Vehicle Trajectories in Accident Scenarios

This study addresses the challenges of traffic accident analysis in areas where installing cameras or VANET roadside units is hindered by difficult terrain and high costs. Recognizing that accidents can occur unpredictably across diverse landscapes, we propose a novel ad hoc data transmission method for simulating the trajectory of vehicles during accidents. This approach leverages the adaptability of ad hoc networks to provide a reliable and efficient means of data collection in the absence of traditional traffic monitoring infrastructure. Our simulation results indicate that this method can effectively reconstruct accident scenarios, thus offering valuable insight into traffic management and emergency response strategies in challenging environments. Moreover, it can assist the police in determining the violations committed by the vehicle involved in the accident.