This report presents the findings of a research project to develop nonproprietary, crashworthy work-zone traffic control devices that are constructed of readily available material. The report will be … [Read more...] about Crashworthy Work-Zone Traffic Control Devices
Crash Tests
Development of an NCHRP Report 350 TL-3 New Jersey Shape 50-Inch Portable Concrete Barrier
For roadside work-zones in areas that have opposing traffic flow, safety is enhanced if the temporary barriers incorporate a glare-shield that blocks headlight glare from oncoming traffic. … [Read more...] about Development of an NCHRP Report 350 TL-3 New Jersey Shape 50-Inch Portable Concrete Barrier
Development of a Plan for Compliance with NCHRP 350 for Temporary Concrete Barriers
The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) has mandated that TCBs used on federally funded projects on the National Highway System (NHS) advertised after October 1, 2002 shall meet the requirements of … [Read more...] about Development of a Plan for Compliance with NCHRP 350 for Temporary Concrete Barriers
Development of a 100 km/h Reusable High Molecular Weight/High Density Polyethylene Truck Mounted Attenuator
This paper describes the development and full-scale crash testing of a reusable truck mounted attenuator that dissipates kinetic energy through the lateral deformation of a nested cluster of high … [Read more...] about Development of a 100 km/h Reusable High Molecular Weight/High Density Polyethylene Truck Mounted Attenuator
Crash Tests of Work Zone Traffic Control Devices
Full-scale vehicle crash tests were used to evaluate performance of typical work zone traffic control devices. Modified test procedures and evaluation criteria from National Cooperative Highway … [Read more...] about Crash Tests of Work Zone Traffic Control Devices
International Harmonization of Testing and Evaluation Procedures for Roadside Safety Features – German Testing Procedures
This Circular contains the proceedings of a workshop sponsored by the Transportation Research Board (TRB) Committee A1A04 on Roadside Safety Features and the Federal Highway Administration. The … [Read more...] about International Harmonization of Testing and Evaluation Procedures for Roadside Safety Features – German Testing Procedures