A new free online course, Kansas Work Zone Safe, has been launched to educate teen and novice drivers on safe practices in highway work zones. Developed in response to the high number of work zone … [Read more...] about New Online Work Zone Course Geared to Assist New Kansas Drivers
Work Zone Safety
Tech That’s Transforming Work Zones
Managing road construction sites is a complex task, but emerging technologies are transforming work zones into safer, more efficient environments. This article explores how innovations like wearable … [Read more...] about Tech That’s Transforming Work Zones
Examining Driving Stability and Traffic Capacity: A Simulation Study on Appropriate Speed Limits in Expressway Work Zones
In order to obtain proper speed limits in expressway work zones, CarSim and TruckSim software were used to determine the critical car and truck safe speeds and then VISSIM software was used to … [Read more...] about Examining Driving Stability and Traffic Capacity: A Simulation Study on Appropriate Speed Limits in Expressway Work Zones
The Distraction Potential of Driving a Partially Automated Vehicle Through a Construction Zone
Partial driving automation is designed to control the vehicle’s speed and acceleration without input from the human driver on the condition that the driver maintains alertness. These systems are … [Read more...] about The Distraction Potential of Driving a Partially Automated Vehicle Through a Construction Zone
Traffic Cameras Could Soon Enforce Speed in Nevada Construction Zones
Nevada lawmakers are considering Assembly Bill 402 and Senate Bill 415, which propose allowing traffic enforcement cameras in construction zones and high-crash areas to improve road safety. Sponsored … [Read more...] about Traffic Cameras Could Soon Enforce Speed in Nevada Construction Zones
Safety and Operational Impacts of Different Autonomous Vehicle Operations on Freeway Work Zones
The emergence of new Connected and Autonomous Technology (CAT) has led to significant enhancements in operational efficiency and safety within the realm of transportation. Autonomous Vehicles (AVs) … [Read more...] about Safety and Operational Impacts of Different Autonomous Vehicle Operations on Freeway Work Zones