This paper discusses the application of Eye Tracking (ET) technologies for researchers to understand a driver’s perception of signage at the highway work zone. Combining ET within a screen-based … [Read more...] about Using Eye-Tracking for Traffic Control Signage Design at Highway Work Zone
Warning Signs
TxDOT Pilot Program Includes Color Dynamic Messages to Help Warn El Paso Drivers
The Texas Department of Transportation started a pilot program to include color dynamic messages on traffic signs in El Paso. Research has shown adding color graphics to traffic signs reduces the time … [Read more...] about TxDOT Pilot Program Includes Color Dynamic Messages to Help Warn El Paso Drivers
Behavioral Science Can Increase Zipper Merge Usage
Research demonstrates that zipper merges (or late merges) are safer and faster than a traditional early merge under heavy traffic conditions. However, in implementation, zipper merges can be less … [Read more...] about Behavioral Science Can Increase Zipper Merge Usage
Kernel-Based Traffic Sign Tracking to Improve Highway Workzone Recognition for Reliable Autonomous Driving
To be deployed in the real world, a self-driving car must be capable of responding to exceptional road conditions, such as temporary work zones, because such events can change previously known traffic … [Read more...] about Kernel-Based Traffic Sign Tracking to Improve Highway Workzone Recognition for Reliable Autonomous Driving
Safety and Operational Effectiveness of Traffic Signs
Traffic signing provides critical regulatory and warning information to motorists for safety and operational purposes. This webinar will discuss the state-of-knowledge on the effectiveness and impacts … [Read more...] about Safety and Operational Effectiveness of Traffic Signs
California Aims to Avoid ‘Carmageddon’ Freeway Closure
The section of Interstate 5 (I-5) connecting Los Angeles and San Francisco is scheduled to be closed for 36 hours in both directions starting on April 25 for construction workers to tear down a bridge … [Read more...] about California Aims to Avoid ‘Carmageddon’ Freeway Closure