Autonomous vehicles have increasingly become a trend in transportation owing to the development of deep learning technologies. However, autonomous vehicle systems are mainly applied in specific … [Read more...] about Enhancing Autonomous Vehicle Decision-Making in Construction Zones Using Construction Signage Recognition and Vehicle Trajectory Tracking Algorithms
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Impact of HMI on Driver Behavior and Safety in Rural Work Zones: A Naturalistic Driving Approach
With the rapid development of vehicle-to-everything technology, human–machine interaction (HMI) systems are increasingly used in driving. This study investigates the impact of HMI technology on … [Read more...] about Impact of HMI on Driver Behavior and Safety in Rural Work Zones: A Naturalistic Driving Approach
Investigating Implementation Practices and Initiatives for Using Blue Light to Enhance Work Zone Safety in the United States
Using appropriate warning lights in roadway work zones is crucial for the safety of workers and road users. Several state Departments of Transportation (DOTs) in the United States have conducted … [Read more...] about Investigating Implementation Practices and Initiatives for Using Blue Light to Enhance Work Zone Safety in the United States
Work Zones Challenge VLM Trajectory Planning: Toward Mitigation and Robust Autonomous Driving
Visual Language Models (VLMs), with powerful multi-modal reasoning capabilities, are gradually integrated into autonomous driving by several automobile manufacturers to enhance planning capability in … [Read more...] about Work Zones Challenge VLM Trajectory Planning: Toward Mitigation and Robust Autonomous Driving
New ‘Zone’ Rule Means Millions of Americans Now Forced to Take Extra Driving License Test After Spike in Deadly Crashes
Connecticut has introduced a mandatory work zone safety course for new drivers in response to a rise in fatal incidents in highway work zones. The free online course, required for all learner’s permit … [Read more...] about New ‘Zone’ Rule Means Millions of Americans Now Forced to Take Extra Driving License Test After Spike in Deadly Crashes
VR-WISE: VR Based Work Zone Immersive Simulation With Eye Tracking and Biometric Sensors for Capturing Driver’s Awareness
Safety in roadway work zones remains a major challenge: accidents often stem from unpredictable driver and worker behavior, underscoring the need to understand their interactions and perceptions. … [Read more...] about VR-WISE: VR Based Work Zone Immersive Simulation With Eye Tracking and Biometric Sensors for Capturing Driver’s Awareness