The objective of this study was to investigate and evaluate the usage and effectiveness of innovative traffic control devices that can be used in short-term work zones. Any device to be used in … [Read more...] about Evaluation of Innovative Traffic Safety Devices at Short-Term Work Zones
Variable Speed Limit Systems
Radar Speed Signs
Work Zone Speed Reduction Utilizing Dynamic Speed Signs
A simulator study was used in this research to determine speed compliance based upon dynamic speed design and presence. The scenarios designed for this research simulated driving through a highway … [Read more...] about Work Zone Speed Reduction Utilizing Dynamic Speed Signs
Evaluation of the Effectiveness of a Variable Advisory Speed System on Queue Mitigation in Work Zones
Variable Advisory Speed Systems (VASS) provide drivers with advanced warning regarding traffic speeds downstream to help them make better decisions. Vehicle use on highways is increasing and the need … [Read more...] about Evaluation of the Effectiveness of a Variable Advisory Speed System on Queue Mitigation in Work Zones
Interaction Between System Design and Operations of Variable Speed Limit Systems in Work Zones
Variable speed limits (VSLs) have been shown to improve safety and operations on European freeways, but work zone applications of VSLs have been limited. In July 2008, a VSL system was installed on a … [Read more...] about Interaction Between System Design and Operations of Variable Speed Limit Systems in Work Zones
Police Step Up Speeding Patrols in B.C. Construction Zones
The government of British Columbia (B.C.) has decided to regulate traffic in construction zones much more strictly. Starting from October 14, motorists can expect to see more speed reader boards in … [Read more...] about Police Step Up Speeding Patrols in B.C. Construction Zones