The Connecticut Department of Transportation has deployed automated flagger assistance devices in construction zones to enhance worker safety. Replacing traditional roadside flaggers, the devices use … [Read more...] about CTDOT Using Automated Flagging Devices in Construction Zones
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Use of Automated Flagger Assistance Devices
This 2025 update to the Guidance on the Use of Automated Flagger Assistance Devices (AFADs), developed by ATSSA under a Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) Work Zone Safety Grant, replaces the … [Read more...] about Use of Automated Flagger Assistance Devices
Tech That’s Transforming Work Zones
Managing road construction sites is a complex task, but emerging technologies are transforming work zones into safer, more efficient environments. This article explores how innovations like wearable … [Read more...] about Tech That’s Transforming Work Zones
TxDOT Using Robots to Handle Infrastructure Tasks
The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) has adopted three types of robots to improve safety and efficiency in infrastructure projects: TyBOT, Spot, and WALL-E. TyBOT, used for rebar tying in … [Read more...] about TxDOT Using Robots to Handle Infrastructure Tasks
Texas Department of Transportation Enhances Construction Safety With Robotic Technology
The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is advancing construction safety and efficiency by using robots like TyBOT, Spot, and WALL-E. These robots automate repetitive tasks and enhance data … [Read more...] about Texas Department of Transportation Enhances Construction Safety With Robotic Technology
Vehicle Turn-Signal Detection for Automated Flagging Systems
Flaggers are always required to work close to open traffic lanes. They may be hit by distracted, speeding, or intoxicated drivers, leading to injuries and fatalities. To protect them, the concept of … [Read more...] about Vehicle Turn-Signal Detection for Automated Flagging Systems