This case study is one in a series of documents that examines the use of Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) in work zones. More information on this system and other applications of ITS in work … [Read more...] about Intelligent Transportation Systems in Work Zones: A Case Study: Work Zone Traffic and Incident Management System
Using ITS in Work Zones
DOT Pulls Plug on High-Tech Work Zones: Engineers Say Faulty Equipment, High Cost Scuttled Smart Work Zones
The Department of Transportation has decided its Smart Work Zone wasn't such a smart idea. The U.S. 1/Cary Parkway construction zone was wired with sensors, data trailers and cameras. Now all the high … [Read more...] about DOT Pulls Plug on High-Tech Work Zones: Engineers Say Faulty Equipment, High Cost Scuttled Smart Work Zones
Signs Should Be a Warning
The M42, new variable speed limit signs began operating to slow down people speeding. The M42 is more technologically advanced than the M25, which was introduced in 1994. Paul Watters, the head of … [Read more...] about Signs Should Be a Warning
Advanced Notification Messages and Use of Sequential Portable Changeable Message Signs in Work Zones
In this report, researchers document the results of a laptop-based human factors study of alternative formats of presenting advance notice work zone information on portable changeable message signs … [Read more...] about Advanced Notification Messages and Use of Sequential Portable Changeable Message Signs in Work Zones
Development and Testing of Variable Speed Limit Control Logics for Work Zones Using Simulation
This study is an attempt to evaluate the performance of various speeds at work zones and to develop VSL control logics that would calculate suitable speeds for different traffic conditions. The … [Read more...] about Development and Testing of Variable Speed Limit Control Logics for Work Zones Using Simulation
Innovative Traffic Control Devices for Improving Safety at Rural Short-Term Maintenance Work Zones
The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) and the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) sponsored a Texas Transportation Institute (TTI) research project to determine if innovative traffic … [Read more...] about Innovative Traffic Control Devices for Improving Safety at Rural Short-Term Maintenance Work Zones