This is the final report for NCHRP-IDEA Project 139: Development of a Sensing Methodology for Intelligent and Reliable Work-Zone Hazard Awareness. The project proposes a vision-based work zone hazard … [Read more...] about Development of a Sensing Methodology for Intelligent and Reliable Work-Zone Hazard Awareness
Detectors
Intersection Video Detection Field Handbook
Video imaging vehicle detection systems (VIVDSs) are becoming an increasingly common means of detecting traffic at intersections and interchanges in Texas. This interest stems from the recognition … [Read more...] about Intersection Video Detection Field Handbook
Surveillance and Delay Advisory System
This report documents the development and testing of a Surveillance and Delay Advisory System (SDAS) for application in congested rural areas. SDAS included several techniques that could be used on … [Read more...] about Surveillance and Delay Advisory System
Evaluation of Systems to Monitor Blind Areas Behind Trucks Used in Road Construction and Maintenance: Phase 1
The majority of fatalities that occur in road construction work zones in the United States involve a worker being struck by a piece of construction equipment or other vehicle. The Spokane Research … [Read more...] about Evaluation of Systems to Monitor Blind Areas Behind Trucks Used in Road Construction and Maintenance: Phase 1
Devices and Technology to Improve Flagger/Worker Safety
The purpose of this study was to identify new work zone traffic control (WZTC) techniques and devices being used throughout the country to improve worker safety, and to evaluate their appropriateness … [Read more...] about Devices and Technology to Improve Flagger/Worker Safety