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Innovator, published by the FHWA Center for Accelerating Innovation, advances implementation of innovative technologies and processes in the highway industry. Its audience is transportation professionals in highway agencies, trade and research groups, academia and the private sector, and the driving public.
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2021–2007
2021
Ultra-High Performance Concrete—Extending the Life of the Nation's Bridges
Strategic Workforce Development in EDC-6
Michigan Uses Virtual Approach to Capture Public Input on Projects
Advancing Project Bundling – Old Concept, New Momentum
EDC Legacy: Creating Network Connections to Keep Traffic Moving Safely
Innovations for a Nation on the Move
State Transportation Innovation Councils Deploy Homegrown Innovations
Arizona and Maryland State Transportation Innovation Councils Demonstrate Success
Crowdsourcing for Advancing Operations
Next-Generation Traffic Incident Management
2020
2019
Accelerated Bridge Construction
Advancing ABC Across the Transportation Community
New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Washington Win STIC Excellence Awards
Innovations Help States Deliver Outstanding Transportation Projects
Visualize Rural Roadway Departure Countermeasures With Training Cards
Moving FoRRRwD to Reduce Rural Roadway Departures
States STEP Up to Enhance Pedestrian Safety
Using Data to Improve Traffic Incident Management
States Make Innovation Everyday Practice
EDC-4 Success Stories: States Report Innovation Deployment Progress
2018
On-Ramp to Innovation EDC-5 features 10 technologies and practices
Building Community Connections, Big and Small
Maryland Modernizes Bidding Process with e-Construction and Partnering
Agencies Deploy Road Weather-Savvy Strategies
Puerto Rico Traffic Incident Management App Shines During Disaster
2017
Arizona's First Prefabricated Bridge Improves Historic Route 66
Integrating Permitting Processes to Speed Up Project Delivery
The Power of People in Advancing Innovation
Road Safety Audit Helps Missouri Target Safety Investments
Using Ultra-High Performance Concrete to Build Bridges Better
2016
Nation's First Highway Innovation Showcase Recognizes Pennsylvania
Regional Models of Cooperation: Thinking Beyond Borders
Delaware Reaps Benefits of High-Friction Surface Treatments
Best Practices Streamline Environmental Documents and Project Delivery
Coming Together to Tackle Transportation Issues
Iowa Builds Experience With Accelerated Bridge Construction Project
National STIC Network Advances Innovation Culture
Smarter Work Zone Strategies Promote Safety and Efficiency
Safety Software Helps Agencies Make Better Project Decisions
2015
STIC Incentive Projects Help States Standardize Innovations
Using Regional Models of Cooperation
Connecting With Ultra-High Performance Concrete
WANTED: New Ideas for Innovation Implementation
Adaptive Signal Control Technology Spreads Nationwide
Agencies Pursue Paperless Approach to Project Delivery
High-Friction Surface Treatments Yield Positive Results
Improving Collaboration and Quality Environmental Documentation
Reports Tell Every Day Counts Success Story
Pile-Driving Breakthrough Makes Underwater Construction Quieter
2014
Arizona Captures Local Audience With Novel Approach
Wisconsin Builds a Winner in Traffic Incident Management
CM/GC Benefits Oregon Bridge Project
3-D Workshop Helps Arkansas Get Ready for Change
Fast Moves: Colorado Accelerates Bridge Repair
2013
Every Day Counts Offers Help in Managing Local Projects
Data Sharing Saves Time on Highway Projects
Technology Partnerships Project to Test Pavement Marking Safety
FHWA Awards Grants for Innovative Highway Projects
Get Weekly Updates on Every Day Counts
Adaptive Signals, Modified Intersections to Reduce Congestion
2012
Every Day Counts Summits Explore Project Delivery Strategies
Puerto Rico Moves Ahead on Every Day Counts
Utah DOT to Build Twin GRS-IBS Bridges
Designing Bridges for Resilience Helps Avoid Future Failures
Design-Build Cuts Years and Millions of Dollars From Missouri Project
States Get Grants to Try Project Innovations
States Innovate: Agencies Use New Approaches to Build Roads Better
EDC Exchanges Bring Technology to Local Level
Innovator Becomes FHWA’s Go-To Source for Innovation News
Pavement Recycling Produces Big Savings in Virginia
Innovation Advocate Jim McMinimee Passes Away
Agencies Use Audits to Make Roads Safer for Travelers
Accelerated Construction Cuts Bridge Closure From Months to Days
Q&A With Kirk Steudle: Accelerating Innovation to Meet Public Expectations
Massachusetts Bridge Project Makes ‘Best Ideas’ List
Seeing is Believing, Utah Showcase on Bridge Innovation Shows
Temporary Bridges Save Time and Money on Mississippi River Crossing
States Try Precast Elements to Build Bridges Faster
New Manual Helps Agencies Make the Most of ABC Technologies
Scheduling Software Keeps Highway Agencies on Track for Project Success
Minnesota Builds Road to Destination Innovation
Automated System Installs Pavement Markers Safely
Technology Partnerships Program to Evaluate LED Raised Pavement Markers
Grants Available to Test Crash-Reduction Innovations
Workshop Explains Techniques to Improve Work Zone Safety and Mobility
2011
States Try Innovations on Demonstration Projects
Innovation Calls for New Ways of Working, Transportation Experts Say
ABC Methods Come Together on Iowa Project
Innovation Helps Maryland Reopen Bridges in Time for School
Ultra-High-Performance Concrete Makes the Connection on Modular Bridges
Massachusetts "Fast 14" Project Replaces Bridges in One Summer
Q&A With Mal Kerley: Using Innovation to Keep Virginia Moving
Technology Partnerships Project to Test Solar-Powered Traffic Signs
CM/GC Project Delivery Method Enhances Innovation
New Method to Permit Incremental Deck Replacement in New Hampshire
Reader Questions on Intelligent Asphalt Compaction Analyzer Answered
Highways for LIFE California Showcase Earns High Marks
Intelligent Asphalt Compaction Analyzer Offers Real-Time Quality Control
Trenchless Method to Save Millions on Vermont Culvert Project
New Tool Helps States Decide Whether to Accelerate Bridge Construction
Innovative Contracting Cuts Construction Time in South Carolina
Industry Leaders Explore New Way of Doing Business
Utah Uses SPMTs in Historic Bridge Move
Innovation Cuts Construction Time by a Year on Minnesota Project
Innovations to Ease Impact of Denver Bridge Construction
Aggregate Image Measurement System Makes Leap From Prototype to Product
2010
December 2010/January 2011, Issue 22
"Every Day Counts" Summits Spread Innovation Message
TRB Workshop to Focus on Changing Corporate Culture
Accelerated Bridge Construction Halves Iowa Project Time
Iowa Bridge Project Earns "Top-10" RecognitionMarket Research Lowers Innovation Deployment Risk
LTAP/TTAP Competition Seeks "Better Mousetraps" Highways for LIFE Spotlights Key Innovations
Traffic Management Minimizes Work Zone Delays, Enhances Safety
Showcase Shows Off Accelerated Construction of D.C. Bridge
Road Safety Audits Attract Growing Interest
Fabrication of Innovative Bridge Deck Panels Displayed
Market Research Lowers Innovation Deployment Risk
Highways for LIFE Spotlights Key Innovations
Labs Try New Device to Measure Cold-Weather Cracking of Asphalt Binders
Showcases Demonstrate Value of Highway Innovations
New Highways for LIFE Projects Announced
Safety Edge Scores Gains in Iowa
Whitetopping Halves North Dakota Project Time
Highway Construction Goes Green With Recycling
Precast Pavement Panels To Slash Construction Time on Utah Project
Bypasses Minimize Traffic Delays on Wisconsin Roadway
SHRP 2 Renewal Complements Highways for LIFE Initiative
Texas Highway Features Innovative Concrete Design
Inno-bits Offer Basics on Construction Innovations
Project Results: Innovation and Performance Goals Boost Interchange Construction
2009
New Highways for LIFE Demonstration Projects Announced
Innovations Strengthen Highway, Cut Construction Time in California
Project Tests Cold-Weather Performance of Asphalt Binders
Technology Partnerships Grant Awarded for Innovative Bridge Technology
Michigan Mainstreams Use of Temporary Traffic-Actuated Signals
2008
2007
Innovative Technology Accelerates Utah Bridge Replacement
Incentives Speed Construction in Arizona
SPMTs Lessen Traffic Disruption During Bridge Projects
States Adopt Proactive Approach to Roadway Safety
Success Story: Rumble Strips Cut Crashes