Mobile and slow-moving operations, such as striping, sweeping, bridge flushing, and pothole patching, are critical for efficient and safe operation of a highway transportation system. However, … [Read more...] about Evaluation Methodology of Leader-Follower Autonomous Vehicle System for Work Zone Maintenance
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Work Zone Hazards Workbook / Cuaderno de Trabajo Sobre Peligros en la Zona de Trabajo
This publication contains: The purpose of OSHA (The Occupational Safety and Health Administration) and its duty to enforce it under the law. An explanation of MUTCD (Uniform Traffic Control … [Read more...] about Work Zone Hazards Workbook / Cuaderno de Trabajo Sobre Peligros en la Zona de Trabajo
Work Zone Hazards Workbook
This publication contains: The purpose for the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and its enforcement duty under law. An explanation of the Manual of Uniform Traffic Control … [Read more...] about Work Zone Hazards Workbook
Phase III: Smart Proximity Work Zone Safety Technology Deployment
The main objective of this research is to develop and deploy a low-cost and scalable smart Internet of Things (IoT) proximity alert system using the IoT mobile sensing technology for alerting workers … [Read more...] about Phase III: Smart Proximity Work Zone Safety Technology Deployment
Immersive Work Zone Inspection Training Using Virtual Reality
Can virtual reality tools be used to train engineers that inspect work zones? In this paper, we share the findings of a research project that developed an interactive and immersive training platform … [Read more...] about Immersive Work Zone Inspection Training Using Virtual Reality
Nested Network for Detecting PPE on Large Construction Sites Based on Frame Segmentation
Safety is a main concern for the construction industry because of the high rate of accidents and casualties on construction sites. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is a major part of safety … [Read more...] about Nested Network for Detecting PPE on Large Construction Sites Based on Frame Segmentation