This study investigated whether the night-time conspicuity of road workers can be enhanced by positioning retroreflective strips on the moveable joints in patterns that convey varying degrees of … [Read more...] about Configuring Retroreflective Markings to Enhance the Night-Time Conspicuity of Road Workers
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Mobile Barrier Trailer: Analysis of an Emerging Workzone Protection System
Within the construction industry, the highway sector is particularly dangerous. Despite the fact that highway work zone safety has received significant attention from the research community, injury … [Read more...] about Mobile Barrier Trailer: Analysis of an Emerging Workzone Protection System
Impact of Work Zone Lighting on Driver’s Detection of Objects
Researchers conducted a closed-course study to evaluate the impact of work zone lighting upon the ability of drivers to detect low contrast objects and workers wearing high-visibility vests. Three … [Read more...] about Impact of Work Zone Lighting on Driver’s Detection of Objects
Speed Characteristics and Safety Risk Level Evaluation for Nighttime Roadway Work Area
More and more roadway projects are conducted during nighttime to satisfy heavy travelling demands in the daytime. However, the Nighttime Roadway Work (NRW) produces several safety problems. As a … [Read more...] about Speed Characteristics and Safety Risk Level Evaluation for Nighttime Roadway Work Area
Work Zone Lighting and Visual Performance: Analysis and Demonstration
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
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