Struck-by equipment is one of the main reasons of accidents on construction sites. In order to improve construction safety, previous research proposed using Real-Time Location Systems (RTLS) to track … [Read more...] about Providing Proximity Safety Alerts to Workers on Construction Sites Using Bluetooth Low Energy RTLS
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Exploring Instrumentation and Sensor Technologies for Highway Design and Construction Projects
With the infusion of emerging technologies into highway construction practices, state departments of transportation (DOTs) can make better informed decisions that positively influence cost, schedule, … [Read more...] about Exploring Instrumentation and Sensor Technologies for Highway Design and Construction Projects
Fault-Tolerant Control of Variable Speed Limits for Freeway Work Zone Using Likelihood Estimation
Freeway work zone with lane closure can lead to disruption to local traffic and cause significant impacts on mobility, safety and environmental sustainability. To mitigate traffic congestion near work … [Read more...] about Fault-Tolerant Control of Variable Speed Limits for Freeway Work Zone Using Likelihood Estimation
A Study of a Traffic Controlling Robot for Safer Work Zones
Roadway construction sites are potentially dangerous work zones and pose a significant challenge to contractors and State Highway Agencies for maintaining adequate safety of workers and the traveling … [Read more...] about A Study of a Traffic Controlling Robot for Safer Work Zones
Utilizing Industry 4.0 on the Construction Site: Challenges and Opportunities
In recent years a step change has been seen in the rate of adoption of Industry 4.0 technologies by manufacturers and industrial organizations alike. This paper discusses the current state of the art … [Read more...] about Utilizing Industry 4.0 on the Construction Site: Challenges and Opportunities
Incorporating Worker Awareness in the Generation of Hazard Proximity Warnings
Proximity warning systems for construction sites do not consider whether workers are already aware of the hazard prior to issuing warnings. This can generate redundant and distracting alarms that … [Read more...] about Incorporating Worker Awareness in the Generation of Hazard Proximity Warnings