The TOPS Lab is currently engaged in several interdisciplinary initiatives:
The TD&S research area has developed a variety of practitioner and research tools for:
Accessing crash data
Sharing traffic video with partner agencies
Translating real-time law enforcement data for traffic management use
Archiving and retrieving traffic flow data
Managing winter weather event data
Improving traveler information
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The TSM&O research area leads a variety of on-going research and support initiatives:
Facilitation of multi-state transportation coalitions (e.g., Great Lakes Transportation Operations Coalition from Ontario to Minnesota)
ITS asset management systems development and support
Evaluation and testing of emerging ITS technologies
Design and support for traveler information systems
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The TSE research area leads a variety of research including:
Driving simulator research and studies for new traffic control devices or roadway configurations
Roundabout safety and operations analysis
Programmatic support for DOT safety programs
Strategic Highway Safety Plan development support
Flashing yellow arrow research
New technology evaluation for signalized intersections
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