The short film Displaced: Reimagining Our Nation’s Infrastructure explores the profound impact of highway construction on communities across the United States. Featuring firsthand accounts from … [Read more...] about ReConnect Rondo’s Short Film Shows Widespread Impact of Highway Construction
Economic and Social Factors
Accounting for Work Zone Disruptions in Traffic Flow Forecasting
Traffic speed forecasting is an important task in intelligent transportation system management. The objective of much of the current computational research is to minimize the difference between … [Read more...] about Accounting for Work Zone Disruptions in Traffic Flow Forecasting
FHWA Issues New Road Construction Zone Safety Rule
On November 5, the Federal Highway Administration announced significant updates to the Work Zone Safety and Mobility Rule and the Temporary Traffic Control Devices Rule, marking the first major … [Read more...] about FHWA Issues New Road Construction Zone Safety Rule
Perception of Road Users on Impact of Delayed Road Construction Projects on Livelihoods in Ashanti Region
Road construction delays in Ghana's Ashanti Region have detrimental impacts on livelihoods and health risks for residents and road users. This study examines road users’ perceptions (drivers, … [Read more...] about Perception of Road Users on Impact of Delayed Road Construction Projects on Livelihoods in Ashanti Region
New Technology Trial Reduces Delays for Drivers And Cuts Cost of Roadworks
A National Highways competition has successfully trialed innovative technologies aimed at reducing roadwork disruptions and costs. Alchera Technologies developed an AI-powered system that optimized … [Read more...] about New Technology Trial Reduces Delays for Drivers And Cuts Cost of Roadworks
Biden-Harris Administration Announces Updated Rule to Improve Safety for Motorists and Roadside Workers Along Highway Construction Work Zones
The Biden-Harris Administration has announced updates to the Work Zone Safety and Mobility Rule and the Temporary Traffic Control Devices Rule to enhance safety within work zones. These revisions, the … [Read more...] about Biden-Harris Administration Announces Updated Rule to Improve Safety for Motorists and Roadside Workers Along Highway Construction Work Zones