Real-time object detection is currently used to automate various tasks in industrial environments. One of the most important tasks is to improve the safety of workers by monitoring the correct use of … [Read more...] about A Smart System for Personal Protective Equipment Detection in Industrial Environments Based on Deep Learning at the Edge
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Preparing Transportation Agencies for Connected and Automated Vehicles in Work Zones
More widespread adoption and use of connected and automated vehicles (CAVs) and supporting technologies could improve work zone safety. However, the full impacts of CAVs on work zones are not yet … [Read more...] about Preparing Transportation Agencies for Connected and Automated Vehicles in Work Zones
Influence of Autonomous and Partially Autonomous Vehicles on Minnesota Roads
This project focuses on experimental tests of the performance characteristics of autonomous vehicles (AVs) on highways and local roads in Minnesota. The project provides detailed data characterizing … [Read more...] about Influence of Autonomous and Partially Autonomous Vehicles on Minnesota Roads
Effectiveness of Speed Management Methods in Work Zones
Management of speeds is a significant component of any strategy to reduce work zone crashes. The objective of this study is to investigate the effectiveness of speed management countermeasures, such … [Read more...] about Effectiveness of Speed Management Methods in Work Zones
Practices to Motivate Safe Behaviors With Highway Construction and Maintenance Crews
In comparable private sectors, incentive and disincentive programs have effectively promoted safe behaviors by employees. However, state departments of transportation (DOTs) have unique limitations … [Read more...] about Practices to Motivate Safe Behaviors With Highway Construction and Maintenance Crews
Development of Guidelines for Vehicle and Equipment Marking and Lighting
Roadway operations equipment used by state departments of transportation (DOTs) and transportation agencies for activities such as construction, maintenance, and incident response generally deploys on … [Read more...] about Development of Guidelines for Vehicle and Equipment Marking and Lighting