A work zone intrusion alarm (WZIA) system is a set of equipment that is intended to recognize when a work zone intrusion is occurring, and provide audible, visual, or vibratory alarms to rapidly alert … [Read more...] about Improving Work Zone Safety With Intrusion Alarms
Field Tests
Prioritized Safety Consideration by Work Zone Types and Pilot Implementation
With the growing need for maintenance or reconstruction of existing infrastructure and the construction of new infrastructure, work zone (WZ) setup and management are important for the safe and … [Read more...] about Prioritized Safety Consideration by Work Zone Types and Pilot Implementation
Ohio DOT Testing ‘Smart’ Work Zone Safety Systems
The Ohio Department of Transportation is in the process of testing several different technologies, such as queue detection systems and variable speed limit signs, designed to improve work zone safety … [Read more...] about Ohio DOT Testing ‘Smart’ Work Zone Safety Systems
Evaluation Methodology of Leader-Follower Autonomous Vehicle System for Work Zone Maintenance
Mobile and slow-moving operations, such as striping, sweeping, bridge flushing, and pothole patching, are critical for efficient and safe operation of a highway transportation system. However, … [Read more...] about Evaluation Methodology of Leader-Follower Autonomous Vehicle System for Work Zone Maintenance
Phase III: Smart Proximity Work Zone Safety Technology Deployment
The main objective of this research is to develop and deploy a low-cost and scalable smart Internet of Things (IoT) proximity alert system using the IoT mobile sensing technology for alerting workers … [Read more...] about Phase III: Smart Proximity Work Zone Safety Technology Deployment
Kentucky Testing Orange Striping to Improve Work Zone Safety
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet is testing whether installing orange pavement markings to delineate a highway construction zone will improve safety for roadway workers and motorists alike. … [Read more...] about Kentucky Testing Orange Striping to Improve Work Zone Safety