The importance of conflict analysis and safety considerations during work zone intervals at signalized intersections cannot be overstated, as these periods pose unique challenges and safety risks for … [Read more...] about Traffic Safety Analysis at Signalized Intersections During Work Zones Intervals by Using the LiDAR Sensor Technology
Detection and Identification
Vision-Based Turn Signal Recognition for Automated Flagging
Flaggers work closely to open traffic lanes which makes them a high-risk profession. They might get hit by distracted, speeding, or intoxicated drivers, leading to severe or even fatal injuries. To … [Read more...] about Vision-Based Turn Signal Recognition for Automated Flagging
Development of a Rule-Based Safety Checking System for Autonomous Heavy Construction Equipment
Highway and road construction and maintenance involve operations of heavy construction equipment consistently exposing workers to injuries and fatalities. Frequent collisions between heavy equipment … [Read more...] about Development of a Rule-Based Safety Checking System for Autonomous Heavy Construction Equipment
Developing a Hazard Detection and Alert System to Prevent Incidents
The proposed project creates an economically viable, user-friendly, versatile, precise, and dependable hazard detection and alert system designed for the seamless integration of heavy fleet vehicles … [Read more...] about Developing a Hazard Detection and Alert System to Prevent Incidents
Fast Personal Protective Equipment Detection for Real Construction Sites Using Deep Learning Approaches
The existing deep learning-based Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) detectors can only detect limited types of PPE and their performance needs to be improved, particularly for their deployment on … [Read more...] about Fast Personal Protective Equipment Detection for Real Construction Sites Using Deep Learning Approaches
A Smart System for Personal Protective Equipment Detection in Industrial Environments Based on Deep Learning at the Edge
Real-time object detection is currently used to automate various tasks in industrial environments. One of the most important tasks is to improve the safety of workers by monitoring the correct use of … [Read more...] about A Smart System for Personal Protective Equipment Detection in Industrial Environments Based on Deep Learning at the Edge