Lane closures on two-lane highways due to work zone activities negatively impact traffic operational performance. In addition, traffic from access points (e.g., commercial and residential driveways or … [Read more...] about Modeling and Operational Performance Evaluation of Driveway Assistance Devices for Lane Closures on Two-Lane Highway Work Zones
Communication and Control
The Distraction Potential of Driving a Partially Automated Vehicle Through a Construction Zone
Partial driving automation is designed to control the vehicle’s speed and acceleration without input from the human driver on the condition that the driver maintains alertness. These systems are … [Read more...] about The Distraction Potential of Driving a Partially Automated Vehicle Through a Construction Zone
Impact of Level 2/3 Automated Driving Technology on Road Work Zone Safety
As China's road network enters the maintenance era, work zones will become a common sight on the roads. With the development of automated driving, vehicles equipped with Level 2/3 automated driving … [Read more...] about Impact of Level 2/3 Automated Driving Technology on Road Work Zone Safety
Driving Risks Assessment and In-Vehicle Warning Design for Improving Work Zone Safety
Work zones present unique risks to both workers and road users due to its complex and dynamic nature. This study developed a two-stage in-vehicle warning system aimed at refining driver behavior when … [Read more...] about Driving Risks Assessment and In-Vehicle Warning Design for Improving Work Zone Safety
KY Adding Traffic Cameras to Construction Zones to Deter Speeders. What to Know
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet has announced a new initiative to enhance safety in highway work zones by deploying automated speed enforcement cameras. Equipped with radar and photographic … [Read more...] about KY Adding Traffic Cameras to Construction Zones to Deter Speeders. What to Know
Road Workers Wearing Bodycams Due to Verbal Abuse
Road workers in Jersey have begun wearing body cameras following incidents of verbal abuse at road closure sites, according to Ronez and Pallot Tarmac. The companies described the behavior from some … [Read more...] about Road Workers Wearing Bodycams Due to Verbal Abuse