Roadway work zones are necessary to maintain the transportation network for mobility, safety, and productivity. Various technological tools are available to help transportation professionals … [Read more...] about Creating Smarter Work Zones
Advanced Traveler Information Systems
Asking Drivers What Information They Need: Radical but Effective
The Texas A&M Transportation Institute (TTI) was contracted by the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) to collaborate with the Waco District in developing and implementing the construction … [Read more...] about Asking Drivers What Information They Need: Radical but Effective
Using Portable Traffic Monitoring Devices (PTMDs) in Work Zones
Many agencies use intelligent transportation system (ITS) devices to monitor traffic flow and detect disruptions on transportation networks. These devices can measure average speed, occupancy, and … [Read more...] about Using Portable Traffic Monitoring Devices (PTMDs) in Work Zones
Use of Intelligent Transportation Systems in Rural Work Zones
This project defined an approach to integrating data collected and traveler information displayed in a work zone with a regional transportation management center and/or other state websites. The … [Read more...] about Use of Intelligent Transportation Systems in Rural Work Zones
Development and Field Demonstration of DSRC Based V2V-Assisted V2I Traffic Information System for the Work Zone
This report describes the architecture, functionality and the field demonstration results of a newly developed DSRC based V2I work zone traffic information system with V2V assistance. The developed … [Read more...] about Development and Field Demonstration of DSRC Based V2V-Assisted V2I Traffic Information System for the Work Zone
Join ABC 7 Traffic Trackers on Waze App
Chicago's ABC7 has an exclusive interactive application called Waze that gives drivers real-time updates of all the road conditions and travel alerts. The application is available free for download to … [Read more...] about Join ABC 7 Traffic Trackers on Waze App