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Technical Reports
Freight Car Reflectorization
Keywords: Highway-railroad crossing safety; Railroad safety research; Conspicuity; Visibility; Retroreflective
Abstract: Researchers evaluated the detectability of several designs of freight car retroreflectors to enhance train visibility using human factors testing.
Technical Reports
Evaluation of Retroreflective Markings to Increase Rail Car Conspicuity - Safety of Highway-Railroad Grade Crossings
Keywords: Conspicuity, Grade Crossings, Normal Group Technique, Rail Cars, Reflectorization
Abstract: This study evaluates whether retroreflective markings increased the visibility of railcars at night.
Technical Reports
Field Evaluation of a Wayside Horn at a Highway-Railroad Grade Crossing
Keywords: auditory warning, community noise impact, highway-railroad grade crossings, safety, train horn,
Abstract: This report examines whether the use of a stationary horn at grade crossings reduces community noise impacts or affects motorist safety.
Technical Reports
The Use of Illumination of Railroad Grade Crossings to Reduce Collision Risks
Keywords: Accident Reduction, Traffic Law, Vehicle Collision
Abstract: This report summarizes requirements and recommendations for lighting at grade crossings that enable drivers to recognize approaching trains.
Technical Reports
The Effectiveness of Railroad Horn Systems
Keywords: Whistles, Audible Warning Devices, Community Noise
Abstract: This report addresses the effectiveness of railroad horn systems in reducing grade crossing accidents and discusses their impact on community noise.