The NCDOT Work Zone Traffic Control Section is collecting speed data on 6 random Interstate/Freeway projects across the state that are using both Digital Speed Limit Signs and Work Zone Presence … [Read more...] about An Evaluation of the Effectiveness of Digital Speed Limit Signs and Work Zone Presence Lighting on Speed Compliance During Lane Closure Operations
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Slow Down and Move Over for Stopped Emergency Vehicles
The North Carolina Governor’s Highway Safety Program, in collaboration with state and local law enforcement, launched a statewide enforcement campaign from May 12–18 to promote awareness and … [Read more...] about Slow Down and Move Over for Stopped Emergency Vehicles
Work Zone Intrusion Alert System Technology Tests
This study will evaluate the effectiveness of the work zone intrusion detection and alert system prototype that was developed by Dr. Erol Ozan. The project team tested the system at selected actual … [Read more...] about Work Zone Intrusion Alert System Technology Tests
NCDOT Pilots New Commercial Trucking Alert System
The North Carolina Department of Transportation is partnering with Intelligent Imaging Systems, a Canada-based company that provides innovative connected-truck technology, to provide real-time alerts … [Read more...] about NCDOT Pilots New Commercial Trucking Alert System
Under Construction: Trucking in the Work Zone
Developed by the North Carolina Department of Transportation, in partnership with Carolinas Associated General Contractors and the North Carolina Trucking Association, this two-part video illustrates … [Read more...] about Under Construction: Trucking in the Work Zone
Using IoT Technology to Create Smart Work Zones
This study explores the feasibility of improving road work zone safety by using state-of-the-art Internet of Things (IoT), artificial intelligence (AI), and computer vision technologies. This project … [Read more...] about Using IoT Technology to Create Smart Work Zones