Automated flagger assistance devices (AFADs) are designed to improve worker safety by replacing flaggers who are typically located near traffic approaching a work zone. In this study, a new AFAD … [Read more...] about Evaluation of Automated Flagger Assistance Devices
Automation
Soon, You May See ‘Robots at Work’ During Construction of National Highways
Some road construction companies have started using robots to maintain traffic during construction and maintenance activities on national highways. The robotic flagman is an automated human skeleton … [Read more...] about Soon, You May See ‘Robots at Work’ During Construction of National Highways
Safer Cone Collection with X-Cone Among the Latest Safety Innovations
A cone collection system to further isolate workers from traffic and improved worksite lighting are among the latest safety and demarcation products. This article discusses the features and operation … [Read more...] about Safer Cone Collection with X-Cone Among the Latest Safety Innovations
Safe Way to Go
As a critical part of highway construction and maintenance activities, flagging operations could benefit from the use of automated flagger-assistance devices (AFADs) to improve the safety of flagging … [Read more...] about Safe Way to Go
Influence of Remotely Operated Stop—Slow Controls on Driver Behavior in Work Zones
Remotely operated devices for traffic control–portable traffic lights and automated flagger assistance devices–are used to improve flagger safety in a one-lane-each-way work zone with lane closure. … [Read more...] about Influence of Remotely Operated Stop—Slow Controls on Driver Behavior in Work Zones
Evaluation of Automated Flagger Assistance Devices: Interim Report
Flagger safety is an important issue in work zones due to the proximity of the flagger to traffic. Some strategies for improving flagger safety include slowing down approaching vehicles or removing … [Read more...] about Evaluation of Automated Flagger Assistance Devices: Interim Report