Forensics
Objective 3D Evidence for Criminal and Industrial Investigations
Across both criminal investigations and industrial failure analysis, microscopic surface detail often holds the key evidence. Yet many workflows still rely on subjective visual interpretation and slow laboratory techniques.
GelSight enables investigators, engineers, and laboratories to capture, analyze, and present surface evidence as measurable, repeatable 3D data- transforming subtle surface detail into courtroom- and boardroom-ready digital evidence.
Criminal Forensics
Federal Research and Workflow Partnerships
Through collaboration with Cadre Forensics and research supported by the National Institute of Justice, GelSight helps forensic laboratories modernize evidence capture and comparison workflows.
High-resolution 3D surface measurement enables objective, defensible evidence that supports expert testimony and reduces reliance on subjective visual comparison.
Applications
Toolmark & Firearm Evidence
- Firearm and toolmark comparison
- Cartridge case and bullet surface analysis
- Tool impressions and forced entry marks
Impressions & Trace Evidence
- Footwear and tire tread comparison
- Seal and stamp impressions
- Serial number restoration and surface recovery
Laboratory & Document Analysis
- Surface texture characterization
- Microscopic damage and wear pattern analysis
- Quantitative comparison workflows
Why Criminal Labs Adopt GelSight
Objective, Defensible Evidence
Quantitative 3D data supports courtroom testimony and reduces examiner subjectivity.
NIJ-Supported Research Validation
Federal research demonstrates the value of high-resolution 3D surface measurement for improving repeatability and consistency.
Faster Case Throughput
Portable workflows reduce backlog and accelerate evidence processing.
Digital Evidence & Reporting
Capture, archive, and share standardized digital evidence across agencies.
Industrial Forensics
Turning Failure Surfaces Into Root Cause
When products fail, surfaces tell the story. Microscopic wear, cracking, corrosion, and deformation reveal how and why failures occur—but capturing this evidence quickly and objectively has traditionally required specialized lab equipment.
As Envista Forensics demonstrates, GelSight helps investigators document failure evidence directly on components and at investigation sites, accelerating root cause analysis and strengthening technical conclusions.
Applications
Toolmark & Firearm Evidence
- Product failure investigations
- Fracture and crack origin analysis
- Wear and abrasion characterization
- Corrosion and pitting assessment
- Manufacturing defect verification
- Warranty and insurance claims support
Why Industrial Investigators Adopt GelSight
Capture Evidence Before it Changes
Portable inspection allows investigators to document surfaces immediately—before handling, shipping, or environmental exposure alters evidence.
Quantitative Root Cause Analysis
Measure crack depth, pit volume, wear patterns, and deformation with micron-scale precision.
Defensible Technical Evidence
Generate objective 3D data and reports suitable for litigation, insurance, and regulatory review.
Faster Investigations
Reduce reliance on time-consuming lab microscopy and accelerate failure analysis workflows
Digital Collaboration
Share precise surface data across engineering teams, insurers, suppliers, and legal stakeholders.
See the Proof
See how GelSight turns microscopic surface detail into measurable, repeatable 3D evidence you can capture, analyze, and present with confidence in both criminal and industrial investigations.