This study aims to evaluate vehicle safety in highway work zones by analyzing collision risk using vehicle trajectory data collected from these zones. First, vehicle movement within the work zone is … [Read more...] about Vehicle Collision Risk Assessment Method in Highway Work Zone Based on Trajectory Data
Crashes
Exploring Characteristics of Road Closures Caused by Bridge Traffic Crashes: A Case Study in Pennsylvania
When crashes occur, roadways often need to be closed for emergency response, which would greatly interrupt traffic operations. Many studies have discussed the road closure issue caused by crashes, but … [Read more...] about Exploring Characteristics of Road Closures Caused by Bridge Traffic Crashes: A Case Study in Pennsylvania
Evaluating Traffic Conflicts and Crash Risk in Nighttime Maintenance Operation Areas of Highways Using Vehicles’ Trajectory Data
Highway pavement maintenance operations are increasingly conducted at night, when lane reduction combined with the complexity of nighttime conditions elevates driving risks within maintenance … [Read more...] about Evaluating Traffic Conflicts and Crash Risk in Nighttime Maintenance Operation Areas of Highways Using Vehicles’ Trajectory Data
Public Sentiment Analysis of Roadway Work Zones Using Social Media Data and Machine Learning Models
The construction and maintenance of roadway infrastructure contribute positively to social and economic development and improve traffic safety. However, roadway work zones (WZs) present safety issues … [Read more...] about Public Sentiment Analysis of Roadway Work Zones Using Social Media Data and Machine Learning Models
Analysis of Traffic Accidents in Construction Zone Reconstruction and Expansion Based on Text Mining
In the process of highway reconstruction and expansion, understanding the characteristics of traffic accidents is important for safety management and prevention. Currently, there is a relative lack of … [Read more...] about Analysis of Traffic Accidents in Construction Zone Reconstruction and Expansion Based on Text Mining
A Traffic Conflict Risk Assessment Model for Highway Construction Zones Based on Trajectory Data
Highway construction zones present substantial safety challenges due to their dynamic and unpredictable traffic conditions. With the rising number of highway projects, limited accident data during … [Read more...] about A Traffic Conflict Risk Assessment Model for Highway Construction Zones Based on Trajectory Data