The Solomon curve is a graphical representation of the collision rate of automobiles as a function of their speed compared to the average vehicle speed on the same road. The curve was based on research conducted by David Solomon in the late 1950s and published in 1964.[1] Subsequent research suggests significant biases in the Solomon study, which may cast doubt on its findings.[2]
- ^ Solomon, David (July 1964). "Accidents on main rural highways related to speed, driver, and vehicle". Technical report, U.S. Department of Commerce/Bureau of Public Roads (precursor to Federal Highway Administration).
- ^ "Travelling Speed and the Risk of Crash Involvement on Rural Roads" (PDF). Road Accident Research Unit, Adelaide University. July 2001. Archived from the original (PDF) on 2016-03-03. Retrieved 2014-12-27.