Informing Emerging Mode Choice Decisions Through a Carbon Impact Calculator
June 22, 2022
Project ID: CTEDD 022-08
Author(s): Andrea Hicks, University of Wisconsin - Madison
Co-Author(s): Soyoung Ahn, University of Wisconsin - Madison
CTEDD Grant Cycle: 2022 General RFP
Transportation contributes 29% of annual greenhouse gas emissions in the United States, with light duty vehicles, such as those used by commuters, contributing 59% of transportation related emissions. There is significant potential to empower commuters to consider the environmental impact of their mode choice when selecting among different options.
Distribution of Potential Benefits across Stakeholder Groups for Shared Electric Vehicles Serving Multi-University Commute Travel
June 22, 2022
Project ID: CTEDD 022-07
Author(s): Shams Tanvir, California Polytechnic State University
Co-Author(s): Randall Guensler, Georgia Institute of Technology; Sharareh (Sherri) Kermanshachi, University of Texas at Arlington; Jay Rosenberger, University of Texas at Arlington; Anurag Pande, California Polytechnic State University; Roya Etminanighasrodashti, University of Texas at Arlington; Greg Hladik, University of Texas at Arlington
CTEDD Grant Cycle: 2022 General RFP
Transit, shared mobility, and vehicle electrification serve as major enablers of transportation decarbonization. Several shared mobility have been offered in the US and abroad, with a major focus on implementation on university campuses and at airports. However, combined offerings of shared and electric vehicles providing on-demand service rather than route-based service are still forthcoming.
Development an Immersive Training Platform for Roadway Construction Workers using Virtual and Augmented Reality Technologies
June 22, 2022
Project ID: CTEDD 022-06
Author(s): Zhenyu Wang, University of South Florida
Co-Author(s): Pei-Sung Lin, University of South Florida; Redwan M. Alqasemi, University of South Florida
CTEDD Grant Cycle: 2022 General RFP
Work zones play a crucial role in maintaining and upgrading the nation’s roadway infrastructure. Roadway construction workers, as vulnerable roadway users, experience a significant number of fatalities and injuries in work zones. Safety training is critical in conserving a safe and equal working environment for roadway construction workers.
Sustainable and Equitable Innovative Funding Strategies for Enhancing Broadband Initiative in Underserved and Disadvantaged Communities
June 22, 2022
Project ID: CTEDD 022-05
Author(s): Baabak Ashuri, Georgia Institute of Technology
Co-Author(s): Subhrajit Guhathakurta, Georgia Institute of Technology; Ge Zhang, Georgia Institute of Technology; Mohsen Shahandashti, University of Texas at Arlington; Evan Mistur, University of Texas at Arlington
CTEDD Grant Cycle: 2022 General RFP
The overarching objective of this project is to create an economically sustainable and socially equitable business model to utilize innovative funding strategies for enhancing broadband access in rural areas, and underserved and disadvantaged communities. This research will apply a mixed-method research methodology, combining quantitative and qualitative techniques to identify and evaluate innovative funding strategies in the practical context of broadband connectivity in underserved and disadvantaged communities.
Development of a Monitoring System for Driver Readiness in Prolonged Automated Driving
June 22, 2022
Project ID: CTEDD 022-04
Author(s): Shuchisnigdha Deb, University of Texas at Arlington
Co-Author(s): Chen Kan, University of Texas at Arlington; Anurag Pande, California Polytechnic State University; David A. Noyce, University of Wisconsin – Madison
CTEDD Grant Cycle: 2022 General RFP
Vehicle automation technology is being designed to handle driving tasks for human drivers. However, this technology is not expected to handle all possible driving conditions successfully in the foreseeable future. The system can fail anytime and may require drivers to take over control within a short period of time. Additionally, automation can induce boredom, daydreaming, and drowsiness due to driver inactivity and can worsen driver readiness to take over control of the vehicle.