Orange County deputies initiated another crackdown on drivers using their cellphones in school and construction zones. 76 citations were issued, including 50 for violating the “hands-free” law and 26 … [Read more...] about Orange County Deputies Crackdown on Drivers Using Phones in School, Construction Zones
Communication Systems
Seminole County Officials Warn Drivers to Adhere to New Cell Phone Law in School, Construction Zones
Drivers in Seminole County were being pulled over Wednesday if they were caught holding their cell phones while driving. Florida’s new state law makes texting while driving a primary offense and … [Read more...] about Seminole County Officials Warn Drivers to Adhere to New Cell Phone Law in School, Construction Zones
Crowdsourcing for Operations
Crowdsourcing turns transportation system users into real-time sensors on system performance, providing low-cost, high-quality data on traffic operations, roadway conditions, travel patterns, and … [Read more...] about Crowdsourcing for Operations
Barriers for the Adoption of Incorporating RFID with Mobile Technology for Improved Safety of Construction Professionals
The frequent occupational hazards experienced within the construction industry is responsible for construction professionals having high exposure to occupational hazards than other occupations. The … [Read more...] about Barriers for the Adoption of Incorporating RFID with Mobile Technology for Improved Safety of Construction Professionals
Comparative Analysis between Distracted Driving Texting Laws and Driver’s Behavior in Construction Work Zones
The increased use of smartphones during the last decade has resulted in thousands of crashes per year in the United States and its territories. Drivers’ usage increases are particularly concerning in … [Read more...] about Comparative Analysis between Distracted Driving Texting Laws and Driver’s Behavior in Construction Work Zones
Test and Evaluate a Bluetooth Based In-Vehicle Message System to Alert Motorists in Work Zones
Safe and efficient traffic flow in a work zone is a major concern for transportation agencies. To reduce risky behavior around work zones, we have developed a prototype system to investigate the … [Read more...] about Test and Evaluate a Bluetooth Based In-Vehicle Message System to Alert Motorists in Work Zones