Lane closures on two-lane highways due to work zone activities negatively impact traffic operational performance. In addition, traffic from access points (e.g., commercial and residential driveways or … [Read more...] about Modeling and Operational Performance Evaluation of Driveway Assistance Devices for Lane Closures on Two-Lane Highway Work Zones
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Impact of Level 2/3 Automated Driving Technology on Road Work Zone Safety
As China's road network enters the maintenance era, work zones will become a common sight on the roads. With the development of automated driving, vehicles equipped with Level 2/3 automated driving … [Read more...] about Impact of Level 2/3 Automated Driving Technology on Road Work Zone Safety
Huge Roadwork Delays Caused by Failure to Collect Signs
New data reveals significant disruption from utility roadworks in Norfolk, with companies overrunning projects by more than 1,300 days in 2024. Anglian Water received the most fines, often for failing … [Read more...] about Huge Roadwork Delays Caused by Failure to Collect Signs
Forecasting Traffic Flow by Vehicle Category on a Major Highway Impacted by Road Maintenance Works
In this paper the authors look at the forecasting of traffic flow on a major highway in the Netherlands impacted by road maintenance works, examining the effects of lane closures on intensities per … [Read more...] about Forecasting Traffic Flow by Vehicle Category on a Major Highway Impacted by Road Maintenance Works
Traffic Estimation in Work Zones Using a Custom Regression Model and Data Augmentation
Accurately estimating traffic volumes in construction work zones is crucial for effective traffic management. However, one of the key challenges transportation agencies face is the limited coverage of … [Read more...] about Traffic Estimation in Work Zones Using a Custom Regression Model and Data Augmentation
Towards Improved Traffic Impact Assessments for Construction Sites: Lessons Learned From Developing a SUMO-Based Prototype in Berlin
The coordination of construction sites in urban areas is increasingly critical to minimizing their traffic impact. Traditionally, traffic assessments were conducted late in the planning process, … [Read more...] about Towards Improved Traffic Impact Assessments for Construction Sites: Lessons Learned From Developing a SUMO-Based Prototype in Berlin