Night Lights, an ATSSA-produced 10-minute video on retroflectivity, debuted at the ATSSA Traffic Expo on Feb. 18, 2001. Funded by the FHWA, "Night Lights" examines the very technical issue of … [Read more...] about Safety Comes out at Night: ATSSA’s Newest Video, “Night Lights” Shows How It All Glows
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The Importance of Retroreflectivity
In the U.S., almost one half of all traffic fatalities occur during hours of darkness. However, one lne fourth of the travel takes place during the night. This article discusses the characteristics of … [Read more...] about The Importance of Retroreflectivity
Minimum Retroreflectivity for Signs and Markings
The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) will likely set guidelines for retroreflectivity of in-service signs and pavement markings in the next two years. (Retroreflectivity is the kind of … [Read more...] about Minimum Retroreflectivity for Signs and Markings
Retroreflectivity and Nighttime Safety
With the chance of dying in a crash at night nearly three times the chance in daylight, it's understandable that Congress has asked the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) to establish guidelines … [Read more...] about Retroreflectivity and Nighttime Safety
Status of Retroreflectivity Standards
A PowerPoint presentation that discusses what is retroreflectivity, why it is important, and FHWA's activities and current thinking. … [Read more...] about Status of Retroreflectivity Standards
Minimum Maintained Retroreflectivity Guideline Status
Because of reduced visibility at night, maintaining a safe and efficient transportation system becomes more challenging. Headlights and roadway lighting help to meet that challenge but are often not … [Read more...] about Minimum Maintained Retroreflectivity Guideline Status