TechBriefs
Advanced Traveler Information Systems (ATIS)
FHWA-RD-99-116
This document describes two projects evaluating the use of
advanced traveler information systems (ATIS) in rural areas. One project
involved development and testing of a surveillance and delay advisory system,
and the other involved evaluation of a satellite communications system for
emergency applications.
Library and
http://www.itsdocs.fhwa.dot.gov/JPODOCS/PERIODIC/9311.pdf
Automated Geotechnical Information and Design System (AGIDS)
FHWA-RD-03-068
This document describes a comprehensive automated
geotechnical information and design system (AGIDS). This system will help
bridge engineers evaluate design alternatives and obtain information quickly
and economically from a centrally located computer source.
PDC Phone: 301-577-0818, Fax: 301-577-1421,
report.center@fhwa.dot.gov
Technical Reports
1996 Atlanta Centennial Olympic Games and Paralympic Games
Event Study
FHWA-RD-97-107
This report presents the findings of a study on
transportation operations during the 1996 Olympic and Paralympic Games,
including system performance, benefits realized, and lessons learned during the
events period. The study assesses the performance of the various travel demand management plans
used for Olympic Games traffic management. It also presents recommendations on
intelligent transportation systems deployment for other cities hosting major
events, based on lessons learned from the Atlanta Games transportation
operations.
www.tfhrc.gov/pubrds/septoct99/recpubs.htm and www.ntis.gov, PB99-142432
1998 Federal Highway Administration Research and Technology Program Highlights
FHWA-RD-99-019
This report highlights the activities and accomplishments of
the Federal Highway Administration's (FHWA) research and technology program
during fiscal year 1997-98. The report describes the major research and
technology projects and programs and the progress made throughout the year by FHWA's
research and technology coordinating groups.
Library and www.ntis.gov, PB99-146615
An Investigation of The Use of Global Positioning System (GPS) Technology and its Augmentations within State and Local Transportation Departments
FHWA-RD-00-093
This report summarizes the results of an investigation
conducted by the Federal Highway Administration's Office of Operations,
Research, and Development. This investigation targets the evolving character of
applications using global positioning system technology and its augmentation for
surface transportation, especially highway departments, on the State and local level.
www.tfhrc.gov/its/00-093.pdf
Atlanta NAVIGATOR Case Study
FHWA-RD-98-099
This report presents the findings of a case study on
NAVIGATOR, the Georgia Department of Transportation's intelligent
transportation system (ITS), and documents the lessons learned from its
deployment in Atlanta. The case study focuses on the institutional,
programmatic, and technical issues and opportunities involved in planning and
implementing the deployment.
www.ntis.gov, PB99-146656
Commercial Vehicle Fleet Management and Information Systems,
Phase I: Interim Report
FHWA-RD-98-064
This report summarizes the research effort and findings of
phase I of a study to determine commercial vehicle fleet management needs that
can be met through public-sector involvement in the development of intelligent
transportation systems (ITS) technologies and standards. This report also presents
conclusions on ITS in the motor carrier industry, potential public-sector services, and specific issues and areas that merit ongoing public-sector attention.
www.ntis.gov, PB98-131113
Development of Human Factors Guidelines for Advanced Traveler Information Systems and Commercial Vehicle Operations: Integration of ATIS and Crash Avoidance In-Vehicle Information-Preliminary Simulator Study
FHWA-RD-99-133
This report presents a study that investigated three issues relevant
to advanced traveler information systems (ATIS) design: (1) the influence of an
ATIS on driver performance in reduced-visibility conditions, (2) the influence
of an ATIS on drivers' reactions to unexpected roadway events, and (3) the
interaction of an ATIS with a collision avoidance system.
www.ntis.gov, PB2002-105198
Evaluation of Emergency Vehicle Signal Preemption on the Route 7 Virginia Corridor
FHWA-RD-99-070
This report analyzes the impact of emergency vehicle traffic
signal preemption across three coordinated intersections on Route 7 (Leesburg
Pike near Landsdowne) in Virginia. The Federal Highway Administration's Traffic
Software Integrated System package, which includes the CORSIM simulation model
and the vehicle animator TRAFVU, was used for this study.
Library and
www.benefitcost.its.dot.gov/ITS/benecost.nsf/7fadc4630913633085256b6f0067857d/70c5
d2b41632a8cb852569610051e2d9?OpenDocument
Guidebook on Methods to Estimate Non-Motorized Travel: Overview of Methods
FHWA-RD-98-165
This two-volume report provides a means for practitioners to
better understand and estimate bicycle and pedestrian travel and to address
transportation planning needs. The guidebook describes and compares the various
methods that can be used to forecast the demand of non-motorized travel and
supports the prioritization analyses of non-motorized projects. This volume provides an overview of methods.
Library and www.ntis.gov, PB99-166175
Highway Effects on Vehicle Performance
FHWA-RD-00-164
This report presents a user-friendly model for personal
computers called Vehicle/Highway Performance. It was developed to estimate fuel
consumption and exhaust emissions related to modes of vehicle operations on
highways of various configurations and traffic controls. It is intended for
highway designers, planners, and strategists optimizing intelligent
transportation systems.
www.tfhrc.gov/hnr20/00164.htm
Phenomenology Study of HERMES Ground Penetrating Radar Technology for Detection and Identification of Common Bridge Deck Features
FHWA-RD-01-090
This report documents the findings of a phenomenology study
that analyzes the performance of HERMES (High Speed Electromagnetic Roadway
Measurement and Evaluation System) ground-penetrating radar technology. HERMES
technology was designed to evaluate concrete bridge deck deterioration, with
a particular emphasis on detecting corrosion-induced delaminations.
www.tfhrc.gov/hnr20/nde/pdfs/01090.pdf
Support of the System Test and Analysis Program for the Nationwide Differential Global Positioning System Modernization Program
FHWA-RD-02-110
This report presents Phase I of the Nationwide Differential Global Positioning System (GPS) Modernization Program. It analyzes the
broadcasting GPS observables from a single site in Hagerstown, MD, to aid in determining the appropriate signal structure and compression technique to support long-range carrier phase operations. This report verifies that the accuracy that can be achieved over a long baseline from a single facility is
within the estimated 10-centimeter (3.9-inch) (95 percent) horizontal navigation accuracy hypothesized.
www.tfhrc.gov/its/ndgps/02110/
The Rural Public Transportation Technologies: User Needs and
Applications, Executive Summary
FHWA-RD-98-126M
This report presents a study designed to examine the
opportunities and challenges of planning and deploying advanced public transportation systems technologies in rural and
small urban areas. The purpose of the study was to gain a better understanding
of the state of the practice of rural advanced public transportation systems
and to determine where the U.S. Department of Transportation could best direct
its resources to close the gap between current practice and the state of the art. This volume summarizes the findings in the study's final report.
www.ntis.gov, PB99-146763
The Rural Public Transportation Technologies: User Needs and
Applications, Final Report
FHWA-RD-98-125
This report presents a study designed to examine the opportunities and challenges of planning and deploying advanced public
transportation systems technologies in rural and small urban areas. The purpose
of the study was to gain a better understanding of the state of the practice of
rural advanced public transportation systems and to determine where the U.S.
Department of Transportation could best direct its resources to close the gap
between current practice and the state of the art.
www.ntis.gov, PB99-142648
