Big benefits come with Integrated Corridor Management Big benefits come with Integrated Corridor Management How transportation departments tackle congestion, delays, and crashes by utilizing roadway capacity SuperUser Account / Friday, June 7, 2019 0 3786 Article rating: No rating Integrated Corridor Management (ICM) initiatives are basic plans that connect roadway users, the road, and work zones and allow for effective communication. They are vital to advancing roadway safety and countering common challenges such as congestion, traffic delays, and crashes. Read more
Sensor technology in roadway infrastructure Sensor technology in roadway infrastructure How devices are strengthening the lines of communication between human and automated drivers SuperUser Account / Friday, April 12, 2019 0 7190 Article rating: No rating For many departments of transportation (DOTs), the collection and sending of real-time traffic data to roadway users is high priority. One way agencies nationwide are achieving this goal is through the use of sensor technology in roadway infrastructure, such as pavement markings or signs, allowing them to strengthen Vehicle-to-Infrastructure (V2I) communication. Read more
Pedestrian & cyclist detection: How the roadway safety industry is walking the walk Pedestrian & cyclist detection: How the roadway safety industry is walking the walk Various initiatives and technology aiming to curb non-motorist fatalities and injuries nationwide SuperUser Account / Friday, March 8, 2019 0 3863 Article rating: No rating The detection of pedestrians and bicyclists is an important focal point for individuals in the roadway safety infrastructure industry. Nationally public agencies, manufacturers, suppliers, and research institutions are working to address the increasing frequency of pedestrian and bicyclist fatalities and injuries. Read more
Pedestrian safety in the United States Pedestrian safety in the United States How public agencies are using technology to prevent fatalities and injuries on our roadways SuperUser Account / Thursday, January 3, 2019 0 3111 Article rating: No rating Pedestrian safety has become a key initiative for many public agencies in recent years. Last year, the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) Office of Highway Safety announced they conducted an investigation of 15 crashes that had resulted in pedestrian fatalities. Read more
‘ITS Solutions for Bicyclists’ tour highlights how sensor data transmits safety messages to riders ‘ITS Solutions for Bicyclists’ tour highlights how sensor data transmits safety messages to riders Integrated technology featured at 2018 ITS World Congress SuperUser Account / Monday, October 22, 2018 0 4027 Article rating: No rating In Copenhagen, Denmark during the 2018 ITS World Congress, a tour showed participants how cyclists on electric bicycles were provided with dynamic information based on real-time sensor data via Variable Message Signs (VMS). Read more
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13Jan2021 USDOT releases 'Automated Vehicles Comprehensive Plan' Wednesday, January 13, 2021 Read more