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Life Cycle Integration Of Building Information Modeling In Infrastructure Projects, Xingzhou Guo, Chi Tian, Jinwu Xiao, Yunfeng Chen, Jiansong Zhang
Life Cycle Integration Of Building Information Modeling In Infrastructure Projects, Xingzhou Guo, Chi Tian, Jinwu Xiao, Yunfeng Chen, Jiansong Zhang
Purdue Road School
No abstract provided.
Forecasting Electric Vehicle Adoption At A Local Level, Jonathon Sinton
Forecasting Electric Vehicle Adoption At A Local Level, Jonathon Sinton
Purdue Road School
The Biden administration has recently stated as a major policy goal that 50% of all new vehicle sales will be electric by the year 2030. However, current electric vehicle (EV) uptake sits at about 2.4% of current vehicle sales. Additionally, the administration’s goal is more ambitious than current forecasts predict will occur. Given the gap between the administration’s goals and the current EV trends, it is necessary to better forecast how current trends will progress and better understand what factors influence these trends. The purpose of this research is two-fold: to create better forecasts of EV adoption at the zip …
Evaluation Of The Impact Of Queue Trucks With Navigation Alerts Using Connected Vehicle Data, Rahul Suryakant Sakhare, Jairaj C. Desai, Justin Mahlberg, Jijo K. Mathew, Woosung Kim, Howell Li, John D. Mcgregor, Darcy M. Bullock
Evaluation Of The Impact Of Queue Trucks With Navigation Alerts Using Connected Vehicle Data, Rahul Suryakant Sakhare, Jairaj C. Desai, Justin Mahlberg, Jijo K. Mathew, Woosung Kim, Howell Li, John D. Mcgregor, Darcy M. Bullock
Purdue Road School
No abstract provided.
Cognitive Attention And Its Application In Countermeasures On A Curve Section, Hongyue Wu, Yunfeng Chen, Junan Shen, Weinan Gao, Mohammad Ahad, Osahon Iroghama
Cognitive Attention And Its Application In Countermeasures On A Curve Section, Hongyue Wu, Yunfeng Chen, Junan Shen, Weinan Gao, Mohammad Ahad, Osahon Iroghama
Purdue Road School
No abstract provided.
Public Education For Work Zone Safety, Ricardo Chahine, Prince Adu Gyamfi, Nandhesh Subash Babu, Wonsang Cho, Krista Kelley, Stacey Connaughton, Nadia Gkritza
Public Education For Work Zone Safety, Ricardo Chahine, Prince Adu Gyamfi, Nandhesh Subash Babu, Wonsang Cho, Krista Kelley, Stacey Connaughton, Nadia Gkritza
Purdue Road School
This project aims to help improve work zone driver safety in Indiana through driver education and public awareness campaigns. The project focused on two specific objectives: (1) to design a public awareness campaign to increase drivers’ knowledge and influence positive attitudes about work zone driver safety practices; and (2) to prepare educational materials to be incorporated into driver’s education or training curriculum prior to taking driving test and getting a driver’s license issued. The campaign was informed by formative research, conducted using a survey to assess public knowledge and attitudes. Based on these results, campaign messages were designed. The effectiveness …
Design And Construction Of Drilled Shafts For Landslides, Malek Smadi
Design And Construction Of Drilled Shafts For Landslides, Malek Smadi
Purdue Road School
In general, weathered shale underlain by shale interbedded with limestone is the main forma-tion that underlies many of the slopes adjacent to the Ohio River in southern Indiana. During wet periods the weathered shale exhibits a sig-nificant decrease in strength, which has led to a number of landslides. In this session several case histories will be presented where drilled shafts have been used to repair and improve the safety of homes and roadways.
Railway Bridges Up-To-Date, Stephen Dick
Railway Bridges Up-To-Date, Stephen Dick
Purdue Road School
Railroad bridges are not foremost on people’s minds, but they are still a critical item in our nation’s infrastructure. The railroads have a major investment in their bridges, and with many beyond 100 years old, maintenance and replacement of them is still a major cost item. This presentation describes the current state of railroad bridges, discusses older and new bridges, and addresses the current regulatory environment.
Plant Growth Layer: Recurring Special Provision 629-R-630, Kurt Pelz, Shawn Slaymon
Plant Growth Layer: Recurring Special Provision 629-R-630, Kurt Pelz, Shawn Slaymon
Purdue Road School
This presentation encapsulates everything from what plant growth layer is and how it was developed to when it should be added to projects, its proper verification, and estimating PGL quantities. This presentation will also include project-specific examples of the limitations and expectations of PGL during the design and construction phase.
Superpave5: What Is It?, Matt Beeson, Gerry Huber
Superpave5: What Is It?, Matt Beeson, Gerry Huber
Purdue Road School
INDOT revised the asphalt specification in 2019 based on the concept of Superpave 5—that higher in-place density yields improved performance disability. This session will provide insight into the science of how Superpave 5 works while giving designers an understanding of how it affects design and construction specifications.
Travel Time Data Using Google, Xinbo Mi
Travel Time Data Using Google, Xinbo Mi
Purdue Road School
When we need travel time information between an origin and destination, we used to drive the corridor and record the travel time data. Now we have a much easier way to obtain travel time data along a corridor: Google API (application programming interfaces). This is a very easy tool to use. All you need is a browser, a text editor, and perhaps my presentation, which is not highly technical. Everyone is welcome!
The Future State Of Mobility, Jerome Quandt
The Future State Of Mobility, Jerome Quandt
Purdue Road School
Formed in 2018, the Illinois Autonomous Vehicles Association (ILAVA) is a privately funded non-for-profit organization focused on establishing thought leadership in the state of Illinois, by identifying and addressing the current and emerging opportunities related to the inevitable growth of CAV technologies throughout the transportation network. Through the deployment of scalable and sustainable business solutions, facilitating industry education and establishing thought leadership, ILAVA is creating an ecosystem that defines Illinois as #TheFutureStateofMobility.
Highway Safety 2020 - Catch The Vision: Saving Lives (And Preventing Serious Injuries), Rick Drumm
Highway Safety 2020 - Catch The Vision: Saving Lives (And Preventing Serious Injuries), Rick Drumm
Purdue Road School
This session presents a view of highway safety up to this point in the 21st century, across the country and in Indiana. We will look back at notable initiatives that have shaped today’s highway safety landscape and assess where we stand now. Then, as we look into the future, learn how you can help make Indiana’s roads and highways safer.
Airport Infrastructure Planning, Robert Page
Airport Infrastructure Planning, Robert Page
Purdue Road School
All across the country, airports are now facing many challenges related to resiliency and the possible disruption of airport traffic. This presentation will focus on the factors impacting the ability of airports to respond to those factors, including climate change, localized flooding, heat waves, and snow events. As these weather events can impact passengers and workers, the need for airports to be able to respond to extreme events is greater than ever.
Nurturing Diversity In The Workplace, Julian Hayes, Sarah Baty
Nurturing Diversity In The Workplace, Julian Hayes, Sarah Baty
Purdue Road School
A workplace with people of varying genders, ages, religions, races, ethnicities, sexual orientations, and cultural backgrounds leads to greater innovation, reduced employee turnover, and other competitive advantages. Learn more about the benefits of workplace diversity and tips for nurturing diversity and inclusion where you work. In addition to sharing the latest research and best practices, this session will also include the speakers’ personal experiences with building positive change at HNTB Indiana.
All You Need To Know About Cybersecurity Ever! In 45 Minutes, Joe Beckman
All You Need To Know About Cybersecurity Ever! In 45 Minutes, Joe Beckman
Purdue Road School
This session will cover the information every local government official needs to know to keep their data safe from hackers.
Faa Airmen Database Geospatial Distribution Patterns, Joseph P. Hupy, Sam Scroggs, Jaspar Saadi-Klein
Faa Airmen Database Geospatial Distribution Patterns, Joseph P. Hupy, Sam Scroggs, Jaspar Saadi-Klein
Purdue Road School
There are currently more than 572,000 registered pilots in the United States, ranging from commercial UAS pilots to commercial manned aircraft. Although pilots are registered in each of the 50 states, where they live and reside can be seen through various forms of geospatial statistical analysis in a geographic information system. This talk explores spatial patterns of the FAA U.S. Airmen database through hotspot and cluster-based analysis of the database.
Indot Maintenance - Next Level, Michael E. Brinkerhoff
Indot Maintenance - Next Level, Michael E. Brinkerhoff
Purdue Road School
INDOT, similar to many municipalities, has developed structured methods to not only inspect assets, but to identify deficiencies in an extremely efficient manner. This has led to multiple metrics for tracking customer service resolutions, bridge and large culvert hit rates, and other similar type performance standards. While technology for data collection and analysis are heavily weighed to meet agency goals, the need for out of the box solutions has grown immensely. Going beyond the metrics, many field personnel are tasked with keeping INDOT assets functioning for the safety and mobility of the public. This has pushed INDOT to the NEXT …
I-69 Orx: A Bistate Megaproject = Project Management2, Jim Poturalski, Mindy Peterson, Steven Nicaise, Kevin Jasinski
I-69 Orx: A Bistate Megaproject = Project Management2, Jim Poturalski, Mindy Peterson, Steven Nicaise, Kevin Jasinski
Purdue Road School
Managing a large project is full of challenges. Needs grow exponentially when you’re managing a bistate megaproject with two clients and twice the number of agencies, elected leaders, community groups, media outlets, and other stakeholders. The I-69 Ohio River Crossing team will share strategies to improve internal and external communications, streamline processes, build consensus, increase collaboration, and maximize stakeholder engagement—all while maintaining an accelerated schedule
Improving Public Works Construction Inspection Skills, Benjamin J. Jordan
Improving Public Works Construction Inspection Skills, Benjamin J. Jordan
Purdue Road School
Indiana LTAP will be offering several courses related to improving public works projects and operations. The first course offered in 2020 will be with the assistance of UW–Madison Engineering Professional Development. The course, Improving Public Works Construction Inspection Skills, is a comprehensive overview of inspection fundamentals, practical methods, and techniques for the most common types of public works construction and will increase your confidence in dealing with contractors and the public.
Changes In Cdl Rules And Regulations And What It Means For You, Jeff Beeler
Changes In Cdl Rules And Regulations And What It Means For You, Jeff Beeler
Purdue Road School
The CDL application process is changing. The DOT’s Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) will now have a registry of approved trainers that entry-level truckers must use, Class A and Class B CDL applicants will have separate standards, and there are new requirements for certain endorsements. Potential drivers will have to wait longer to get in a truck and start making money, and for some the training will be cost-prohibitive. Join us for a discussion.
Monon Boulevard: A Linear Park That Integrates Vehicles With Pedestrians, Jeremy Cashman, Carl Kincaid, Trent Newport
Monon Boulevard: A Linear Park That Integrates Vehicles With Pedestrians, Jeremy Cashman, Carl Kincaid, Trent Newport
Purdue Road School
Midtown is the connector between the vibrant Arts and Design District and the Carmel City Center and is bisected by the Monon Greenway. Once completed in early 2020, the award-winning Monon Boulevard project will be a long-term investment in the economic and social well-being of the community by offering points of interest through a series of destinations that will provide reasons to walk and bike along a safe, interesting, and engaging corridor.
Why You Should Pay Attention! Changes To Achieve Better Performing Concrete Pavements, Mike Byers
Why You Should Pay Attention! Changes To Achieve Better Performing Concrete Pavements, Mike Byers
Purdue Road School
Research and new product developments are being implemented in concrete mixes and pavements to enhance long-term freeze-thaw performance. Come hear how these mix and pavement design changes can be easily incorporated into any exterior concrete installation on your local projects, including city and county roads, side-walks, approaches, curbs and gutters, and more.
Dnr Permitting From A Consultant’S Perspective: Construction In A Floodway, Paul Brayton, Nicole Reed
Dnr Permitting From A Consultant’S Perspective: Construction In A Floodway, Paul Brayton, Nicole Reed
Purdue Road School
When working near a river or stream, it is likely that a Construction in a Floodway (CIF) permit will be required. Consultants submitting permits to regulatory agencies can encounter costly delays trying to get them approved. This presentation will focus on the best practices to help streamline the permitting process by walking through the permitting process from a consultant’s perspective, including what projects need a CIF permit, and when to submit.
Unmanned Aerial Systems Modeling In A Geographic Information System, Joseph P. Hupy, Zachary Miller
Unmanned Aerial Systems Modeling In A Geographic Information System, Joseph P. Hupy, Zachary Miller
Purdue Road School
The abilities of UAS to gather high-resolution imagery over a given area on a frequent basis are now well-known to those in the construction and excavation industries. Less well known, however, are the ways that UAS data can be used in value-added data analysis. Using real-world examples, this talk explores how UAS data can be used for modeling and monitoring in a geo-graphic information system (GIS).
How Do I Maintain That Ditch?, Joel Fisher, Mark O'Brien
How Do I Maintain That Ditch?, Joel Fisher, Mark O'Brien
Purdue Road School
So you have a drainage ditch that you want to plant. What Indiana native plants would work best to stabilize the banks, benefit monarchs and pollinators, and create beauty? How should it be seeded and maintained? What chemistry should be used to keep the woodies and un-wanted weeds out? How is native seed produced and processed? Join us for a look at what is involved in providing native seed.
Strategies And How-Tos On Interstate Closures For Mot, Jim Poturalski, Eryn Fletcher
Strategies And How-Tos On Interstate Closures For Mot, Jim Poturalski, Eryn Fletcher
Purdue Road School
Full interstate closures have proven to be an effective method for balancing congestion and safety when maintaining interstate infrastructure. This presentation will describe successful practices, federal requirements, and the process to follow when closing an interstate for maintenance.
Unique Utility Coordination, Bill Read, Thomas Randall, Corey Baugh
Unique Utility Coordination, Bill Read, Thomas Randall, Corey Baugh
Purdue Road School
This session presents constructibility problems associated with raising a bridge about 9 feet under a 765 KV line. The solution for how to work under the line while complying with OSHA requirements, utility company coordination requirements, and the overall construction schedule was difficult: shut down the power line for construction, which had to be coordinated within a narrow window and also funded. Join us for a discussion.
Uas Based Methodology For Measuring Glide Slope Angles Of Airport Precision Approach Path Indicators (Papi), Yi-Chun Lin, Seyyed Meghdad Hasheminasab, John L. Bullock, Deborah Horton, Adam Baxmayer, Ayman Habib, Darcy M. Bullock
Uas Based Methodology For Measuring Glide Slope Angles Of Airport Precision Approach Path Indicators (Papi), Yi-Chun Lin, Seyyed Meghdad Hasheminasab, John L. Bullock, Deborah Horton, Adam Baxmayer, Ayman Habib, Darcy M. Bullock
Purdue Road School
This session presents alternative approaches for using unmanned aerial systems for checking the alignment of precision approach path indicators (PAPI lights). UAS data acquired at the KLAF (Purdue) airport will be used as an illustrative example.
Building Transportation Systems To Connect And Renew North St. Louis, Dustin Riechmann
Building Transportation Systems To Connect And Renew North St. Louis, Dustin Riechmann
Purdue Road School
Project Connect is a significant infrastructure investment initiative that promotes the revitalization and redevelopment of North St. Louis City. Spurred by the relocation of the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency West, a U.S. DOD support facility; multiple related infrastructure projects; and proximity of a new major league soccer stadium, the initiative will add multi-modal transportation and optimize connectivity for the local road system. This session dives into Project Connect’s extensive improvements, including the major reconstruction of an inter-change along I-64
Pavement Recycling And Community Crossings, Patrick Conner, Megan Yount
Pavement Recycling And Community Crossings, Patrick Conner, Megan Yount
Purdue Road School
Since 2016, the State of Indiana has awarded $400 million in Community Crossings Matching Grant (CCMG) funds to support local road and bridge projects throughout Indiana. Several projects have applied pavement recycling processes to rehabilitate and reconstruct urban and rural road-ways utilizing INDOT-developed specifications for full depth reclamation (FDR), cold in-place recycling (CIR), and cold central plant recycling (CCPR). This presentation covers how these construction processes were implemented with these grants to fix many pavements across the state.