Proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is key to minimizing injuries from accidents in construction sites. Past research has attempted at identifying PPE from digital images and videos. … [Read more...] about Deep Learning Detection of Personal Protective Equipment to Maintain Safety Compliance on Construction Sites
Artificial Intelligence
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
Machine Learning Approach to Forecast Work Zone Mobility Using Probe Vehicle Data
The aim of deploying intelligent transportation systems (ITS) is often to help engineers and operators identify traffic congestion. The future of ITS-based traffic management is the prediction of … [Read more...] about Machine Learning Approach to Forecast Work Zone Mobility Using Probe Vehicle Data
A Study of a Traffic Controlling Robot for Safer Work Zones
Roadway construction sites are potentially dangerous work zones and pose a significant challenge to contractors and State Highway Agencies for maintaining adequate safety of workers and the traveling … [Read more...] about A Study of a Traffic Controlling Robot for Safer Work Zones
Utilizing Industry 4.0 on the Construction Site: Challenges and Opportunities
In recent years a step change has been seen in the rate of adoption of Industry 4.0 technologies by manufacturers and industrial organizations alike. This paper discusses the current state of the art … [Read more...] about Utilizing Industry 4.0 on the Construction Site: Challenges and Opportunities
TRB Webinar: Enhance Work Zone Safety With New Technologies
Work zone safety for road workers remains a challenge. TRB conducted this webinar to explore several technologies for safer work zones. Presenters discussed technologies that mitigate work zone … [Read more...] about TRB Webinar: Enhance Work Zone Safety With New Technologies