In part because of the potential for high levels of glare from work zone illumination, recommendations for light levels from work zone illumination systems are substantially higher than for levels … [Read more...] about Work Zone Lighting and Visual Performance: Analysis and Demonstration
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Improving the Effectiveness of Nighttime Temporary Traffic Control Warning Devices, Volume 2: Evaluation of Nighttime Mobile Warning Lights
Vehicle-mounted warning lights for nighttime mobile highway operations provide critical protection to workers and the driving public. Alerting the traveling public of the approaching work activity and … [Read more...] about Improving the Effectiveness of Nighttime Temporary Traffic Control Warning Devices, Volume 2: Evaluation of Nighttime Mobile Warning Lights
Nighttime Lighting Guidelines for Work Zones: A guide for developing a lighting plan for nighttime work zones
Many State Departments of Transportation (DOT) use some form of nighttime work zone to conduct construction and maintenance activities on or near the travel portion of the road system. Roadway … [Read more...] about Nighttime Lighting Guidelines for Work Zones: A guide for developing a lighting plan for nighttime work zones
New Approach to Compare Glare and Light Characteristics of Conventional and Balloon Lighting Systems
With the increasing needs to adopt nighttime construction strategies in order to avoid disruption of traffic flow, state agencies are currently experimenting with a new class of light towers known as … [Read more...] about New Approach to Compare Glare and Light Characteristics of Conventional and Balloon Lighting Systems
Glare and Light Characteristics of Conventional and Balloon Lighting Systems
With the increasing needs to adopt nighttime construction strategies in order to avoid disruption of traffic flow, state agencies are currently experimenting with a new class of light towers known as … [Read more...] about Glare and Light Characteristics of Conventional and Balloon Lighting Systems
Does Glare in the Mornings or Nights Affect You?
The start of the fall season can have negative effects for motorists, especially in work zones. The Michigan Department of Transportation reminds drivers to pay extra attention while travelling during … [Read more...] about Does Glare in the Mornings or Nights Affect You?