Wisconsin officials are intensifying efforts to improve work zone safety following four fatalities reported this year. At a press conference in Superior, the Department of Safety emphasized driver … [Read more...] about A Call for Safety in Work Zones by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
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A Hybrid Framework for Predicting Crash Severity in Construction Work Zones Using Knowledge Distillation and Conditional GANs
Construction work zone crashes represent a critical area of concern within the realm of traffic safety, posing unique challenges for both road users and transportation authorities. Common factors … [Read more...] about A Hybrid Framework for Predicting Crash Severity in Construction Work Zones Using Knowledge Distillation and Conditional GANs
Talking Michigan Transportation: After a Series of Work-Zone Crashes, What Can Be Done?
This podcast features Gregg Brunner, chief operations officer at the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT), reflecting on two recent fatal crashes in or near highway work zones. Brunner … [Read more...] about Talking Michigan Transportation: After a Series of Work-Zone Crashes, What Can Be Done?
The Loop 07.18.25
District crews team up for an emergency pavement repair, a major milestone for a downtown Columbus project, and a reminder about work zone safety. … [Read more...] about The Loop 07.18.25
Pedestrian Safety During Road Construction Works Along Federal Route (F050)
This study assesses the low level of safety of Federal Route (F050) in the Parit Raja area, specifically within road construction zones for pedestrian road users. It addresses the research gap … [Read more...] about Pedestrian Safety During Road Construction Works Along Federal Route (F050)
Crash Performance of a Novel Movable Assembled Barriers for Expressway Work Zone: Finite Element Model and Full-Scale Collision Test
When carrying out construction on an expressway during operation period, the safety of personnel and equipment in the work zone is critical. There is an urgent need to develop barrier facilities that … [Read more...] about Crash Performance of a Novel Movable Assembled Barriers for Expressway Work Zone: Finite Element Model and Full-Scale Collision Test