Two innovative projects in Minnesota are leveraging autonomous technology to enhance road safety and longevity. The first project involves the use of robots for non-destructive pavement density … [Read more...] about To Build Better Roads and Keep Highway Workers Safe, Minnesota Looks to Autonomous Technology
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CTS Webinar: Autonomous Technology in Transportation Maintenance Operations
This webinar explored the use of autonomous technology to support worker safety in transportation maintenance operations. Presentations highlighted: A U of M research project that developed two … [Read more...] about CTS Webinar: Autonomous Technology in Transportation Maintenance Operations
How WYDOT Shares Critical Road-Closure Data With Navigation Companies and Road Users
The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) has introduced the Situation Data Exchange (SDX), a sophisticated tool providing third-party access to real-time travel information. Developed by … [Read more...] about How WYDOT Shares Critical Road-Closure Data With Navigation Companies and Road Users
Assessing Temporary Traffic Management Measures on a Motorway: Lane Closures vs Narrow Lanes for Connected and Autonomous Vehicles in Roadworks
Connected and automated vehicles (CAVs) are being developed and designed to operate on existing roads. Their safe and efficient operation during roadworks, where traffic management measures are often … [Read more...] about Assessing Temporary Traffic Management Measures on a Motorway: Lane Closures vs Narrow Lanes for Connected and Autonomous Vehicles in Roadworks
WYDOT Awarded Federal Grant for Smarter Work Zones
The U.S. Department of Transportation recently awarded the Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) a $1.5 million Strengthening Mobility and Revolutionizing Transportation grant. This competitive … [Read more...] about WYDOT Awarded Federal Grant for Smarter Work Zones
Work Zone Management for Light Vehicles Using Cooperative Driving Automation (CDA)
This fact sheet shows the practicality of Cooperative Driving Automation (CDA) -enabled vehicles receiving notifications about alterations due to temporary traffic control in the presence of a work … [Read more...] about Work Zone Management for Light Vehicles Using Cooperative Driving Automation (CDA)