In 2004, researchers conducted surveys to evaluate motorist comprehension of various mobile traffic control devices used to inform drivers about the number of vehicles in a work convoy; speed … [Read more...] about Motorist Comprehension of Traffic Control Devices for Mobile Operations
Perception
Use of Signage and Blue Tubular Markers to Improve Access to Businesses during Construction
The study evaluated two non-standard traffic control devices intended to assist motorists in locating business accesses during highway construction. The devices, blue tubular markers and blue signs … [Read more...] about Use of Signage and Blue Tubular Markers to Improve Access to Businesses during Construction
Evaluation of the Motoring Public’s Acceptance of a Real-Time Travel Time Prediction System in a Freeway Construction Work Zone
A real-time travel time prediction system (TIPS) was evaluated in a construction work zone. TIPS includes changeable message signs (CMSs) displaying the travel time and distance to the end of the work … [Read more...] about Evaluation of the Motoring Public’s Acceptance of a Real-Time Travel Time Prediction System in a Freeway Construction Work Zone
Arrow Panel Display Evaluation in Temporary Work Zones
The Oregon Department of Transportation evaluated the effectiveness of a "sequentially flashing diamond" arrow panel display as an advance caution warning in temporary work zones. This display was … [Read more...] about Arrow Panel Display Evaluation in Temporary Work Zones
Evaluation of Arrow Panel Displays for Temporary Work Zones
The Oregon Department of Transportation evaluated the effectiveness of a "sequentially flashing diamond" arrow panel display as advance caution warning in temporary work zones. This display was … [Read more...] about Evaluation of Arrow Panel Displays for Temporary Work Zones
Determining the Effectiveness of Pavement Marking Materials
The purpose of this research was to determine the safety, motorist opinion, and cost-effectiveness of pavement marking materials used by the Virginia Department of Transportation and to develop … [Read more...] about Determining the Effectiveness of Pavement Marking Materials