Trigger

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Definition

"Marker" in the data, indicating instances that can be of interest for research.

Example

crash onset, overtaking manoeuvre finished, every 10th distraction instance

Source/Reference

generic

Changed/Added by

VTI: KK

Why

initial

Comment

When data are collected continuously, it is not extremely important to set triggers beforehand. When data collection is event-driven, however, the correctness of the triggers for recording is essential.