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University of Minnesota, Center for Transportation Studies

Minnesota MNCrash Design and Training Research Development

This report includes research activities that focused on the MNCrash interface design and training. A series of usability tests was conducted on the existing MNCrash interface system to document … [Read more...] about Minnesota MNCrash Design and Training Research Development

Work-Zone Mapping Project Aims to Reduce Crashes Through Better Information

To improve safety in work zones across Minnesota, U of M researchers are working on a tagging and mapping system that can efficiently gather information about the layout of work zones, perform remote … [Read more...] about Work-Zone Mapping Project Aims to Reduce Crashes Through Better Information

Work Zone Mapping and Tag Deployment System

Roadway construction is an inevitable part of functional transportation infrastructure. However, work zone incidents have increased over the years. This report is the third part of an … [Read more...] about Work Zone Mapping and Tag Deployment System

Smart Speed Warnings Alert Drivers Nearing Freeway Work Zones

Speeding in highway work zones has caused unexpected congestion and crashes. To combat this problem, the Minnesota Department of Transportation developed a Smart Work Zone Speed Notification (SWZSN) … [Read more...] about Smart Speed Warnings Alert Drivers Nearing Freeway Work Zones

Test and Evaluate a Bluetooth Based In-Vehicle Message System to Alert Motorists in Work Zones

Safe and efficient traffic flow in a work zone is a major concern for transportation agencies. To reduce risky behavior around work zones, we have developed a prototype system to investigate the … [Read more...] about Test and Evaluate a Bluetooth Based In-Vehicle Message System to Alert Motorists in Work Zones

System to Provide Data on Risky Work-Zone Incidents

Work zone intrusions are a serious safety concern.  Researchers at the University of Minnesota’s HumanFIRST Laboratory created a system for road crew workers to report work zone intrusions. The … [Read more...] about System to Provide Data on Risky Work-Zone Incidents

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