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1
Apr
2007
Research Results
Signal Shunting Performance Related to Application of Wayside-Based Top of Rail Friction Control Materials
Subject
Grade Crossing Technology,
Highway-Rail Grade Crossings
Keywords: TOR applicator, friction control materials
Abstract: This study examined whether a top-of-rail friction control system impacted track circuits or signaling systems at grade crossings.
Report Number
RR07-13
Office
RDI-23
1
Mar
2007
Technical Reports
Evaluation of the School Street Four-Quadrant Gate/In-Cab Signaling Grade Crossing System
Subject
Grade Crossing Technology,
Highway-Rail Grade Crossings
Keywords: Four-quadrant gates, highway-railroad grade crossings, high-speed rail, railroad,
Abstract: This study evaluated the safety benefits and performance of a four-quadrant gate and obstruction detection system at a grade crossing.
Report Number
DOT/FRA/ORD-07/09
Office
RRD
1
Mar
2007
Technical Reports
Human Factors Guidelines for Intelligent Transportation Systems at the Highway-Rail Intersection: Technical Report
Subject
Grade Crossing Technology,
Highway-Rail Grade Crossing Warning Systems,
Highway-Rail Grade Crossings,
Human Factors
Keywords: human factors; grade crossing; highway-rail inspection
Abstract: This report details the process of developing a set of human factors guidelines for the use of intelligent transportation systems at grade crossings.
Report Number
DOT/FRA/ORD-07/04
Office
RRD
1
Feb
2007
Technical Reports
State-of-the-Art Technologies for Intrusion and Obstacle Detection for Railroad Operations
Subject
Grade Crossing Technology
Keywords: Obstacle detection, obstacle intrusion systems, intrusion detection, alternative detection
Abstract: This report examines new methods for identifying obstacles and intruders on rail tracks and crossings that do not rely on track circuits.
Report Number
DOT/FRA/ORD-07/06
Office
RRD
1
Dec
2006
Technical Reports
Human Factors Guidance for Intelligent Transportation Systems at the Highway-Rail Intersection
Subject
Grade Crossing Technology,
Highway-Rail Grade Crossing Warning Systems,
Highway-Rail Grade Crossings,
Human Factors
Keywords: Human factors, intelligent transportation systems (ITS), highway-rail intersection (HRI), grade crossing
Abstract: This document provides recommendations for implementing intelligent transportation systems at grade crossings, focused on the needs of drivers and road users.
Report Number
DOT/FRA/ORD-06/26
Office
RRD