The goal of this study is to evaluate effectiveness of lighted work zone apparel under realistic conditions. More specifically, the goal is to compare the effectiveness of various kinds of lighted … [Read more...] about Effectiveness of Lighted Work Zone Apparel: Effects on Visibility
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Effects of Cooperative Vehicle Infrastructure System on Driver’s Attention––a Simulator Study on Work Zone
To clarify the effect of the cooperative vehicle infrastructure system (CVIS) application on drivers’ visual performance, a total of 37 drivers were recruited to drive the simulated roadway in a … [Read more...] about Effects of Cooperative Vehicle Infrastructure System on Driver’s Attention––a Simulator Study on Work Zone
Effects of Cooperative Vehicle Infrastructure System on Driver’s Visual and Driving Performance Based on Cognition Process
This study explores the influence of cooperative vehicle infrastructure system (CVIS) on the driver’s visual and driving performance. Taking the work zone as an example, a driving simulation … [Read more...] about Effects of Cooperative Vehicle Infrastructure System on Driver’s Visual and Driving Performance Based on Cognition Process
A Simulation Study of Passing Drivers’ Responses to the Automated Truck-Mounted Attenuator System in Road Maintenance
The Autonomous Truck-Mounted Attenuator (ATMA) system is a lead-follower vehicle system based on autonomous driving and connected vehicle technologies. The lead truck performs maintenance tasks on the … [Read more...] about A Simulation Study of Passing Drivers’ Responses to the Automated Truck-Mounted Attenuator System in Road Maintenance
Influence of the Median Opening Length on Driving Behaviors in the Crossover Work Zone—A Driving Simulation Study
Work zone safety has been a major concern for drivers and transportation agencies. Considering the severe consequences of crossover work zone crashes coupled with the limited literature on the median … [Read more...] about Influence of the Median Opening Length on Driving Behaviors in the Crossover Work Zone—A Driving Simulation Study
Driver Compliance in Work Zones: Two-Lane Rural Roads Versus Freeways
Inadequate signage and pavement markings and driver distractions in roadway work zones are contributory high-risk factors for workers and drivers on two-lane rural and multilane freeway facilities. … [Read more...] about Driver Compliance in Work Zones: Two-Lane Rural Roads Versus Freeways