Methodology
Fully immersive, three-dimensional VR scenarios were created for a simulation where human participants interacted with AVs at typical urban or suburban intersections. Each participant…
Methodology
Informal usability testing was conducted with local volunteers with cognitive disabilities to observe their interactions with interfaces, navigation strategies, feature options, and…
The Client Referral, Ridership, and Financial Tracking (CRRAFT) system is an inter-agency effort that grew out of the desire to better coordinate and monitor rural transportation funding. Access to…
FINDINGS
After approximately one year of operations the average clearance time on the "BIG I" was 20 minutes faster than the historical average clearance time of 45 minutes.
In Albuquerque, New Mexico an ambulance service used a map-based computer-aided dispatch system to direct ambulances to exact locations in need of emergency response. The company's efficiency…
When undertaking large-scale construction projects it is necessary for agencies to use various ITS to implement a reliable communications system. The use of ITS in work zones can help alleviate…
It is important for agencies deploying ITS resources to conduct necessary pre-implementation measures in order to ensure smooth system operations. In light of their experience deploying ITS at the…
It is important for agencies undertaking large-scale construction projects to take a proactive approach at building public awareness for the project. Of equal importance is making sure the general…
Involving other stakeholder agencies early in the process of developing and implementing an ITS work zone system will greatly aid in the success of the system’s deployment. During the deployment of…
This report provides real-world experiences of using intelligent transportation systems (ITS) in work zones in four locations across the U.S.:
Springfield, IL I-55
Lansing, MI I-496…