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Static Device Evaluations

Project Title Subtopic Performing Organization Lead PI Year Completed
Assessment of Channelizing Device Effectiveness on High Speed/High Volume Roadways Other Iowa State University Souleyrette, Reg 2007
Cost-Benefit Analysis of Sequential Warning Lights in Nighttime Work Zone Tapers Other University of Missouri, Columbia Sun, Carlos 2011
Determining the Effectiveness of Graphic-aided Dynamic Message Signs in Work Zone Other University of Kansas Bai, Yong 2011
Evaluation of Early Merge Static Work Zone Signing in Oklahoma Other University of Kansas Schrock, Steven D. 2008
FYG Backing for Work Zone Signs--IA Other Iowa State University Kamyab, Ali 2001
FYG Backing for Work Zone Signs--KS Other University of Kansas Atchley, Paul 2006
LightGuard System Other University of Kansas Meyer, Eric 2000
Paddle Pal Other WisDOT Notbohm, Thomas 2003
Reflectorized Sleeves for Barrel Delineators Other University of Kansas Meyer, Eric 2002
Solar Powered Barricade Warning Lights Other Iowa State University Maze, Tom 2000
Solar Powered Illuminated RPMs Other University of Kansas Meyer, Eric 2000
The Use of Raised Pavement Markings in Work Zone Applications: A Synthesis of Practice Other University of Nebraska, Lincoln Khattak, Aemal 2006
Utilization of Remote Traffic Monitoring Devices for Urban Freeway Work Zone Assessment Other Iowa State University Hans, Zach 2012
Vehicle Mounted Rollup Warning Sign Other University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee Horowitz, Alan J. 2002
Vertical Safety Cade Barricade Other University of Kansas Meyer, Eric 2000
White Lane Drop Arrows Other University of Missouri, Columbia Sanford Bernhardt, Kristen L. 2000
Design of Portable Rumble Strips, Phase 1 Rumble Strips Meyer ITS Meyer, Eric 2005
Design of Portable Rumble Strips, Phase 2 Rumble Strips Meyer ITS Meyer, Eric 2006
Evaluation of Portable Rumble Strips Rumble Strips Meyer ITS Meyer, Eric 2006
Preformed Rumble Strips--KS Rumble Strips University of Kansas Meyer, Eric 2002
Preformed Rumble Strips--MO Rumble Strips University of Missouri, Columbia Virkler, Mark 2002
Preformed Rumble Strips--WI Rumble Strips WisDOT Notbohm, Thomas 2002
Removable Orange Rumble Strips--IA Rumble Strips Iowa State University Maze, Tom 2000
Removable Orange Rumble Strips--KS Rumble Strips University of Kansas Walton, Scott 2002
Removable Orange Rumble Strips--MO Rumble Strips University of Missouri, Columbia Virkler, Mark 2000
Testing Temporary Work Zone Rumble Strips Rumble Strips University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee Horowitz, Alan J. 2005

Stand-alone Warning Systems

Project Title Subtopic Performing Organization Lead PI Year Completed
CB Wizard Alert System--IA Other Iowa State University Maze, Tom 2000
CB Wizard Alert System--KS Other University of Kansas Meyer, Eric 2000
CB Wizard Alert System--MO Other University of Missouri, Columbia Virkler, Mark 2000
Development of Guidelines for the Use of Multiple Arrow Panels in Short Term, Short Duration, and Mobile Work Zones Other University of Kansas Schrock, Steven D. 2008
Drone Radar Other University of Kansas Meyer, Eric 2000
Evaluating the Effectiveness of Temporary Work-Zone Pavement Marking Products Other Iowa State University Smadi, Omar 2012
Mobile HAR Other University of Kansas Meyer, Eric 2001
Safety Warning System--IA Other Iowa State University Maze, Tom 2000
Safety Warning System--KS Other University of Kansas Meyer, Eric 2000
D-25 Speed Advisory System Speed Displays University of Nebraska, Lincoln Pesti, Geza 2002
Multiple Placement of Radar Speed Reporting Devices Speed Displays University of Nebraska, Lincoln Pesti, Geza 2002
Radar Speed Display Speed Displays University of Kansas Meyer, Eric 2003
Speed Monitor Display Speed Displays Iowa State University Maze, Tom 2000
SpeedGuard Radar Speed Reporting System--KS Speed Displays University of Kansas Meyer, Eric 2000
SpeedGuard Radar Speed Reporting System--NE Speed Displays University of Nebraska, Lincoln McCoy, Pat 2000

Real-time Integrated Systems

Project Title Subtopic Performing Organization Lead PI Year Completed
Adaptir University of Nebraska, Lincoln McCoy, Pat 2000
Brown Real-Time CMS Control and Iteris Wireless Detection University of Nebraska, Lincoln Pesti, Geza 2002
Construction Area Late Merge System--KS Meyer ITS Meyer, Eric 2004
Criteria for Portable ATIS in Work Zones: Lane Merge, Travel Time and Speed Advisory Systems University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee Horowitz, Alan J. 2005
Influencing Work Zone Traffic Flow through Variable Messaging Technologies University of Missouri, Rolla Bham, Ghulam 'In Progress'
Intellizone--MO University of Missouri, Columbia Sun, Carlos 2003
Intellizone--WI WisDOT Notbohm, Thomas 2003
Portable Traffic Management System University of Nebraska, Lincoln McCoy, Pat 2000
TIPS WisDOT Notbohm, Thomas 2001
Work Zone Speed Advisory System University of Nebraska, Lincoln Pesti, Geza 2002

Policy Related

Project Title Subtopic Performing Organization Lead PI Year Completed
Asset Management Strategies to Mitigate Freeway WZ Congestion Iowa State University Maze, Tom 2007
Effectiveness of Extra Law Enforcement in Construction and Maintenance Zones Iowa State University Kamyab, Ali 2003
Evaluation of Temporary Ramp Metering for Work Zones University of Missouri, Columbia Sun, Carlos 2012
Evaluation of Variable Speed Limits for Work Zones University of Missouri Edara, Praveen 'In Progress'
Evaluation of Work Zone Speed Limits: An Objective and Subjective Analysis of Work Zones in Missouri University of Missouri, Rolla Bham, Ghulam 2011
Flexible Start/Fixed Duration Contracting for Construction of Transportation Projects: A Case Study of the Paseo Bridge Maintenance Project Iowa State University Maze, Tom 2007
Guidebook on Incident Management Planning in Work Zones University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee Horowitz, Alan J. 2005
Investigation of Incentive Contracting for Minimizing Work Zone Traffic Impacts University of Missouri, Columbia Sun, Carlos 'In Progress'
Prefabricated Elements Case Study Iowa State University Maze, Tom 2007
Synthesis of Practices for Mitigating the Impact of Work Zones on Traffic Iowa State University Maze, Tom 2007
Synthesis of Procedures to Forecast and Monitor Work Zone Mobility and Safety Impacts Iowa State University Maze, Tom 2005
Temporary Traffic Control and Enforcement of Traffic Laws in Closed Road Sections Colorado State University Strong, Kelly 2007
Use of Incentive/Disincentive Contracting to Mitigate Work-Zone Traffic Impacts University of Missouri, Columbia Sun, Carlos 2012
Work Zone Capacity in Missouri: Results of Field Data Analysis University of Missouri, Rolla Bham, Ghulam 2011

Miscellaneous

Project Title Subtopic Performing Organization Lead PI Year Completed
A Driving Simulator Study: Evaluation of Vehicle Mounted Attenuator Markings in Work Zones During Different Times of the Day Missouri University of Science and Technology Mathur, Durga Raj 2011
Application of Visualization and Simulation Program to Improve Work Zone Safety and Mobility Colorado State University Strong, Kelly 2010
Behavior Study of Merge Practices of Drivers at Work Zone Closures Iowa State University Hallmark, Shauna 2011
Development of a Traffic Diversion Estimation Model for Freeway Construction Work Zones University of Wisconsin, Madison Liu, Yue 2012
Development of a Work Zone Training Program University of Kansas Bai, Yong 2009
Evaluation of Rapid Deployment Mesh Networking for Work Zones University of Kansas Schrock, Steven D. 2009
Evaluation of Technology-Enhanced Flagger Devices: Focus Group and Survey Studies in Kansas University of Kansas Bai, Yong 2009
Examining Driver Behavior in Response to Work Zone Intervention: A Driver Simulator Study University of Iowa Reyes, Michelle 2011
Feasibility of Visualization and Simulation Applications to Improve Work Zone Safety and Mobility Colorado State University Strong, Kelly 2008
Freeway Work Zone Lane Capacity Marquette University Dehman, Amjad 2009
Integrated Risk Management System for Improving Internal Traffic Control, Work Zone Safety, and Mobility during Major Construction Colorado State University Strong, Kelly 2012
Microsimulation of Freeway Work Zones to Assess Flow and Capacity University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee Horowitz, Alan J. 2009
Safety Investigation and Guidance for Work Zone Devices Subjected to Passenger Car and Truck Impacts with New Crash Standards University of Nebraska Faller, Ronald 2009
Self-Illuminating Safety Vest University of Kansas Meyer, Eric 2002
SWZDI Conference/Webinar Iowa State University McDonald, Tom 2010
Synthesis of Traffic Calming Techniques in Work Zones Iowa State University Hallmark, Shauna 2009
Traffic Control Plan and Visualization Software University of Kansas Meyer, Eric 2000
Work Zone Crash Characteristics Kansas State University Dissanayake, Sunanda 2009