Freeway work zones with lane closures can cause traffic disruption and congestion with increased travel time, safety risks, and emissions. Variable speed limit (VSL) control has been widely studied to … [Read more...] about Variable Speed Limits Control for Smart Work Zone With Connected Vehicles
Sensors
Advancing Highway Work Zone Safety: A Comprehensive Review of Sensor Technologies for Intrusion and Proximity Hazards
Highway work zones are critical areas where accidents frequently occur, often because of the proximity of workers to heavy machinery and ongoing traffic. With technological advancements in sensor … [Read more...] about Advancing Highway Work Zone Safety: A Comprehensive Review of Sensor Technologies for Intrusion and Proximity Hazards
Smart Work Zone Control and Performance Evaluation Based on Trajectory Data
Work zone control strategies, such as taper length and transverse rumble strips, have the potential to significantly impact traffic operations and safety. The performance of these strategies is often … [Read more...] about Smart Work Zone Control and Performance Evaluation Based on Trajectory Data
Maine DOT Deploying New Work Zone Safety System
The Maine Department of Transportation (MaineDOT) is implementing a new "Smart Work Zone System" to enhance safety and awareness during the 2024 construction season. This system uses portable sensors … [Read more...] about Maine DOT Deploying New Work Zone Safety System
Maine DOT Employs New Roadway Safety Technology
As construction season begins, Maine officials stress the importance of safe driving in work zones to prevent accidents and fatalities. Representatives from various organizations, including the Maine … [Read more...] about Maine DOT Employs New Roadway Safety Technology
Integrating Domain Knowledge With Deep Learning Model for Automated Worker Activity Classification in Mobile Work Zones
Accurate classification of workers’ activity is critical to ensure the safety and productivity of construction projects. Previous studies in this area are mostly focused on building construction … [Read more...] about Integrating Domain Knowledge With Deep Learning Model for Automated Worker Activity Classification in Mobile Work Zones