A work zone is an area of roadway with highway construction, maintenance, or utility-work activities. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, many traffic accidents and … [Read more...] about Drivers’ Smart Assistance System Based on Radio Frequency Identification: Enhanced Safety and Reduced Emissions in Work Zones
Advanced Vehicle Control Systems
A Precursor System Analysis of Automated Construction, Maintenance, and Operational Requirements for Automated Highway Systems (AHS)
The University of California-Davis and the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) have participated in a Precursor System Analysis (PSA) of automated construction, maintenance, and … [Read more...] about A Precursor System Analysis of Automated Construction, Maintenance, and Operational Requirements for Automated Highway Systems (AHS)
Feasibility of Advanced Vehicle Control Systems (AVCS) for Highway Maintenance Vehicles
Advanced vehicle control systems (AVCS) encompass a wide range of technologies that aid a driver in the driving task by automatically performing control actions (braking, accelerating, or steering) or … [Read more...] about Feasibility of Advanced Vehicle Control Systems (AVCS) for Highway Maintenance Vehicles
Automated Vehicle for Enhanced Work Crew Safety
The automated vehicle conversion system presented in this report provides a low-cost method of reducing worker exposure to hazardous conditions. Automation of a traffic control vehicle not only … [Read more...] about Automated Vehicle for Enhanced Work Crew Safety