This article explores the integration of robot mowers into the landscape maintenance operations of the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans), focusing on their deployment in District 6. … [Read more...] about Robot Mowers Lighten Workload, Increase Safety
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Influence of Autonomous and Partially Autonomous Vehicles on Minnesota Roads
This project focuses on experimental tests of the performance characteristics of autonomous vehicles (AVs) on highways and local roads in Minnesota. The project provides detailed data characterizing … [Read more...] about Influence of Autonomous and Partially Autonomous Vehicles on Minnesota Roads
Autonomous Vehicles: Implications for Winter Maintenance, Work Zones, and Traffic Flow
This article explores the impact of partially autonomous vehicles (AVs) on Minnesota roads, with a focus on winter conditions and work zones. Led by Professor Rajesh Rajamani, researchers utilized … [Read more...] about Autonomous Vehicles: Implications for Winter Maintenance, Work Zones, and Traffic Flow
Work Zone Designer Series – Traffic Management and Safety During Winter Construction
Most State and many other transportation departments in the U.S. maintain roadway and/or work zone design manuals containing State specific regulations, policies, and design guidance for their … [Read more...] about Work Zone Designer Series – Traffic Management and Safety During Winter Construction
Determining the Most Economical Work Zone Lengths for Rural Highway Rehabilitation Projects
Despite the wealth of research that has sought to understand the effects of highway work zones, very little definitive information is available concerning the determination of work zone length (WZL) … [Read more...] about Determining the Most Economical Work Zone Lengths for Rural Highway Rehabilitation Projects
Driverless Road-Marking Machines: Ma (r) king the Way Towards the Future of Mobility
Driverless road maintenance could potentially be highly beneficial to all its stakeholders, with the key goals being increased safety for all road participants, more efficient traffic management, and … [Read more...] about Driverless Road-Marking Machines: Ma (r) king the Way Towards the Future of Mobility