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In this paper, the bi-directional four-lane traffic organization plan and its key factors in the freeway reconstruction and expansion were analyzed. Combined with the actual traffic flow and construct…MoreConstruction Management
Computer Model for Evaluating and Scheduling Freeway Work-Zone Lane Closures (Publication)
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QUEWZ is a computer model that was developed in 1982 as a tool for planning and scheduling freeway work-zone operations. The model analyzes traffic flow through lane closures in freeway work zones and…MoreTime-Dependent Transportation Network Design Considering Construction Impact (Publication)
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A traditional discrete network design problem (DNDP) always assumes transportation infrastructure projects to be one-time events and ignores travelers’ delays caused by construction work. In fact, i…MoreThe Public: Key to Successful Projects (Publication)
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Stakeholders are being asked to become partners with government agencies in developing and conducting transportation projects. Until the early 1970s, Federal, State, and municipal agencies planned roa…MoreSmarter Work Zones (Publication)
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Two strategies for managing work zones and work zone traffic that can minimize travel delays and help maintain motorist and worker safety are coordination of roadway construction projects to reduce wo…MoreInvestigation into Road Construction Safety Management Techniques (Publication)
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Rwanda is undergoing rapid development in transportation through constructing new roads and upgrading existing ones. During implementation of these projects, many accidents for road workers, road us…MoreConstruction Inspection Manual of Procedures (Publication)
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This manual provides highway construction personnel with relevant, practical information in order to perform accurate inspections and provide relevant construction procedural information for the vario…MoreApplication of Augmented Reality and Tangible Interfaces to Minimize Work Zone Effects on Mobility Through Participatory Planning (Publication)
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Highway work zones account for about 10 percent of congestion but are an absolute necessity in ensuring that our transportation infrastructure can meet the mobility demands of growing populations. Unl…MoreThe Last Mile: Safety Management Implementation in Construction Sites (Publication)
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To deepen the understanding of the construction safety accidents rules as well as identify and cure the crux of construction safety management failures in China, we analyzed the status quo of safety m…MoreAssessment of Stakeholders’ Awareness of the Construction Health and Safety Regulations on Construction Sites in South Africa (Publication)
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In 2009, the Construction Industry Development Board commissioned the study of construction health and safety in South Africa, which revealed that despite the advancement in legislation in the form of…MoreProactive System for Real-Time Safety Management In Construction Site (Publication)
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The purpose of this paper is presenting a new advanced hardware/software system, boasting two main features: first it performs real time tracking of workers' routes in construction sites; then it impl…MoreIowa DOT – Open for Business (Publication)
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Iowa DOT’s workforce remains committed to supporting the movement of people and goods throughout Iowa so that people can play their role to respond to the COVID-19 crisis. With many people staying h…MoreProcess Need Areas and Technology Adoption in Construction Site Management (Publication)
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The study explores the areas of process need in construction site management and technology utilisation to address those needs within the construction industry. An exploratory case study was used, wit…MoreDevelopment of BIM-Based Safety Management Model Focusing on Safety Rule Violations (Publication)
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Necessity of construction automation through BIM framework could no longer be set aside if we were to remain relevant and concurrent in the ever-changing, technology-driven construction practices. The…More“Managing Transportation Projects to Avoid Legal Pitfalls” Forum April 15-16 at ARTBA Building in Nation’s Capital (Publication)
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Legal pitfalls can trigger unnecessary delay and cost increases in transportation design and construction projects. The American Road & Transportation Builders Association is hosting a forum April 15…MoreConstruction Manual (Publication)
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The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) Construction Manual is the construction operational manual for CDOT. It defines the criteria and procedures to be used by engineering personnel in the …MoreCOVID-19: Effect of the Pandemic on Work Zone Schedule Optimization (Publication)
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The outbreak of the novel coronavirus COVID-19 has caused enormous impacts on various social, economic, and health spectrums. Rapid decline in the mobility trends have been detected with the declarati…MoreInnovative Measures to Reduce Road Construction Time – A case study: Dasna Hapur Road Project (Publication)
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Construction operations inevitably require work forces to occupy the roadway. There is need to provide sufficient space to perform construction and maintenance operations, while reducing the impact of…MoreSmarter Work Zones: Using Strategies to Minimize Delays, Maximize Safety and Mobility (Publication)
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Smarter work zones that use traffic management strategies to optimize safety and mobility play a key role in ensuring motorist and worker safety and cutting traffic delays. They also help maintain acc…MoreThe Time for Accelerated Construction is Now (Publication)
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As the nation's highways age, the need for more efficient construction methods heightens, and, so far, accelerated construction has had promising results. Projects in Washington and Oklahoma have had…MoreOptimizing Scheduling of Long-Term Highway Work Zone Projects (Publication)
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The impacts of work zone activities can be summarized into the following types: safety impact (on both motorists and workers), mobility impact, economic considerations, environmental concerns, user co…MoreConstruction Manual (Publication)
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Caltrans intends that this manual be used as a resource to provide procedural guidance for personnel engaged in contract administration. This manual is a guide, not a compilation of mandatory instruct…MoreSmarter Work Zones (Publication)
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This video presentation is a recording of an innovation breakout session conducted during regional summits of highway community stakeholders held from October to December 2014 to launch the third roun…MoreFactors Influencing Safety Performance at the Construction Site (Publication)
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The construction industry plays a vital role in the Malaysian economic sector. However, statistics show that the number of accidents has been rising over the years, especially at construction sites. T…MoreBehavior-Based Safety on Construction Sites: A Case Study (Publication)
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This work presents the results of a case study and describes an important area within the field of construction safety management, namely behavior-based safety (BBS). This paper adopts and develops a …MoreHyperfix 65/70 (Publication)
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Indiana closed a major interstate corridor for repairs and reopened it a month ahead of schedule.More