Departments of transportation are responsible for maintaining the roadway network at certain pavement levels and operational performance. While these two metrics are often looked at separately, we … [Read more...] about An Optimization Framework for Pavement Treatment and Spatio-Temporal Distribution of Work Zone Closures
Travel Time
Evaluation of the Causes of Traffic Delays From the Road User’s Perspective Using Statistical Analysis
Traffic delay might be the output of a thriving economy where people and goods are traveling throughout the region at certain times during the day. However, it has a negative impact such as contribute … [Read more...] about Evaluation of the Causes of Traffic Delays From the Road User’s Perspective Using Statistical Analysis
DOT Offering Real-Time Traffic Updates for Vantage Bridge
The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) has added real-time traffic updates for the Vantage Bridge on Interstate 90 to its online travel times page. This enhancement aids drivers … [Read more...] about DOT Offering Real-Time Traffic Updates for Vantage Bridge
Using Deep Neural Networks and Big Data to Predict Microscopic Travel Time in Work Zones
Traffic management in work zones is a challenging task that requires a balance between creating a safe environment for workers and minimizing traffic delays. Accurately predicting travel times through … [Read more...] about Using Deep Neural Networks and Big Data to Predict Microscopic Travel Time in Work Zones
Effect of Weather Events on Travel Time Reliability and Crash Occurrence
The magnitude of the effect of adverse weather conditions on road operational performance varies with the type of weather condition and the road characteristics of the road links and adjacent links. … [Read more...] about Effect of Weather Events on Travel Time Reliability and Crash Occurrence
Delay or Travel Time Information? The Impact of Advanced Traveler Information Systems on Drivers’ Behavior Before Freeway Work Zones
Peak travel times contribute to congestion formation at freeway work zones. Advanced Traveler Information Systems (ATIS) can inform drivers in real-time about the delays and travel times en-route and … [Read more...] about Delay or Travel Time Information? The Impact of Advanced Traveler Information Systems on Drivers’ Behavior Before Freeway Work Zones