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Publication Number: FHWA-HRT-04-083

FY 2003 Performance Report

The following charts detail TFHRC research and identify the goals that this research supports. The charts also indicate which projects were completed in FY 2003 and which ones are still ongoing for 2004 and beyond. The comment column provides reasons behind changes or deviations from the unit plan and schedule. In addition, we’ve included new projects that were not identified at the time the FY 2002/2003 Performance Plan was published.

Office of Infrastructure R&D

Project	Technical Contact	Projected Goal Impact	Project Completion Status (Percent)				On Schedule	Target Completion Date	Comments
Project	Technical Contact	Projected Goal Impact	25	50	75	100	On Schedule	Target Completion Date	Comments
Pavements/Asphalt
Evaluation of the Laboratory Asphalt Stability Test Report	Jack Youtcheff HRDI-11 202–493–3090	Mobility				X	Yes	Complete	New tool for assessment of storage stability of modified binders. Funded by NCHRP in partnership with TRB.
Evaluation of the Particle Additive Test Report	Jack Youtcheff HRDI-11 202–493–3090	Mobility				X	Yes	Complete	New tool for assessing modified binder’s compatibility with the Superpave binder specification. Funded by NCHRP in partnership with TRB.
FHWA Dynamic Angle Validation Kit	Tom Harman HRDI-11 202–493–3072	Mobility				X	Yes	Complete	Improved calibration of Superpave gyratories to address compliance issues. Funded by NCHRP in partnership with TRB.
A State-of-the-Practice Report in the Design of Crumb Rubber Material	Kathy Petros HRDI-11 202–493–3154	Mobility			X		No	Dec 2003	Updated information on the design of crumb rubber asphalt. The contractor had numerous health setbacks, which are delaying completion of the project.

Project	Technical Contact	Projected Goal Impact	Project Completion Status (Percent)				On Schedule	Target Completion Date	Comments
Project	Technical Contact	Projected Goal Impact	25	50	75	100	On Schedule	Target Completion Date	Comments
Pavements/Portland Cement Concrete (PCC)
Guidelines to Detect, Analyze, Treat, and/or Prevent Materials-Related Distress	Steve Forster HRDI-04 202–493–3070	Mobility				X	Yes	Complete	Improved PCCP forensic analysis. Reports printed. T2 package received. Workshop being considered. The results should provide for more systematic forensic analysis of PCCP.
Guidelines to Select Curing Materials and Procedures	Steve Forster HRDI-04 202–493–3070	Mobility				X	Yes	Complete	Guidelines for improved PCCP curing. Draft final reports under review.
Guidelines to Develop Statistical Quality Assurance Specifications	Peter Kopac HRDI-12 202–493–3051	Mobility			X		Yes	Oct 2003	Enhanced quality and uniformity of State quality assurance specifications. Project is 99 percent complete; final report is being prepared.
Freeze-Thaw Durability of Concrete Report	Marcia Simon HRDI-12 202–493–3071	Mobility			X		No	Dec 2003	Enhanced understanding of the freezethaw durability of concrete having “marginal” air contents. Laboratory testing delayed by equipment problems. Final report writing has begun.
Guidelines on the Use of Recycled PCCP as Aggregate in New PCCP	Steve Forster HRDI-04 202–493–3070	Mobility			X		No	Dec 2003	Research designs that consider recycled aggregate. Principal investigator is no longer with the contractor, which has delayed delivery of the final report.
Petrography Manual	Steve Forster HRDI-04 202–493–3070	Mobility			X		No	Dec 2003	State-of-the-art petrographic manual for PCC. Adding new techniques, including scanning electron microscope analysis. Draft report has been reviewed.
Vibrating Slope Apparatus to Measure PCC Workability, Equipment, and Test Method	Marcia Simon HRDI-12 202–493–3071	Mobility			X		Yes	Dec 2003	More meaningful assessment of concrete paving mixtures workability. Work being coordinated with the University of Texas.
HIPERPAV Software for Jointed Plain Concrete Pavement and CRCP Performance Behavior	Fred Faridazar HRDI-12 202–493–3076	Mobility			X		Yes	Jan 2004	Improved performance of PCCP. Contract was revised to add software refinements and an expand product delivery effort (workshops and technical support). Work is 98 percent complete.

Project	Technical Contact	Projected Goal Impact	Project Completion Status (Percent)				On Schedule	Target Completion Date	Comments
Project	Technical Contact	Projected Goal Impact	25	50	75	100	On Schedule	Target Completion Date	Comments
Pavements/LTPP
DATAPAVE 3.0, CD-ROM Software Package	Aramis Lopez HRDI-13 202–493–3145	Mobility				X	Yes	Complete	National software distribution to facilitate LTPP database usage. National distribution was made during the TRB annual meeting, and the software was used during an FHWA professor training workshop.
Dynamic Test System Protocol	Aramis Lopez HRDI-13 202–493–3145	Mobility				X	Yes	Complete	Develop a new procedure to evaluate close-loop equipment. Report completed and awaiting publication. 508 conversion is underway.
Estimating Cumulative Traffic Loads Report	Larry Wiser HRDI-13 202–493–3079	Mobility				X	Yes	Complete	Study of State DOTs using the new axle load spectra procedures. Report completed and is under technical and editorial review. It will be published in April 2004.
Improved Specifications for Weigh-In-Motion (WIM)	Larry Wiser HRDI-13 202–493–3079	Mobility				X	Yes	Complete	Improved WIM technology. The WIM specifications and guideline are available on the LTPP Web page.
Joint and Crack Load Transfer in LTPP Test Sections Report	Aramis Lopez HRDI-13 202–493–3145	Mobility				X	Yes	Complete	Improve the understanding of PCCP joint and crack load transfer. Report completed and is in the final stages of publication.
LTPP Database, Data Releases	Aramis Lopez HRDI-13 202–493–3145	Mobility				X	Yes	Complete	Make LTPP database available to the public. Two data releases completed during FY 2003 (January and July). The July 2003 data are available at the LTPP customer support office (LTPPInfo@fhwa.dot.gov)
Verification of LTPP Virtual Weather Stations Report	Aramis Lopez HRDI-13 202–493–3145	Mobility				X	Yes	Complete	To determine accuracy and factors affecting virtual weather stations. Report completed and awaiting publication and 508 conversion.

Project

Technical Contact

Projected Goal Impact

Project Completion
Status (Percent)

On Schedule

Target Completion Date

Comments

100

Pavements/Models

Mechanistic Pavement Models

Bill Kenis
HRDI-10
202–493–3149

Mobility

Yes

Complete

Tools for mechanistic design of pavements.

Alpha systems for JSLAB and Vesyss pavement models available for use in designing pavements.

Project

Technical Contact

Projected Goal Impact

Project Completion
Status (Percent)

On Schedule

Target Completion Date

Comments

100

Pavements/Surface Anaylsis

Measuring and Evaluating PCCP Warp and Curl

Dennis Sixbey
HRDI-10
202–493–3078

Mobility

Yes

Complete

Methods for evaluating and mitigating PCC warping.

Proof of concept study; conference paper (Best Paper Award); software development.

Project	Technical Contact	Projected Goal Impact	Project Completion Status (Percent)				On Schedule	Target Completion Date	Comments
Project	Technical Contact	Projected Goal Impact	25	50	75	100	On Schedule	Target Completion Date	Comments
Structures/Steel
Curved Girder Bridge Strength Prediction Equation	Bill Wright HRDI-06 202–493–3053	Mobility/Safety				X	Yes	Complete	Provide design guidance to AASHTO. Critical input to design protocol for curved steel structures.
Designers Guide for High-Performance Steel Bridges (HPS)	Bill Wright HRDI-06 202–493–3053	Mobility/Safety				X	Yes	Complete	Provide consistent accurate design guidance. Developed in cooperation with the FHWA Resouce Center.
Corrugated Web Plates for Steel Girders	Bill Wright HRDI-06 202–493–3053	Mobility			X		Yes	Dec 2003	Maximize bridge efficiency of design and capacity and maximize the efficiency of design for steel structures.
Improved Fracture Toughness Specifications for HPS	Bill Wright HRDI-06 202–493–3053	Mobility/Safety			X		Yes	Dec 2003	Maximize the design and performance benefits of advanced steels. Performance properties of HPS provide significant advantages in resistance to critical fracture not currently accounted for in design guidance.

Project

Technical Contact

Projected Goal Impact

Project Completion
Status (Percent)

On Schedule

Target Completion Date

Comments

100

Structures/Concrete

HPC Database

Joey Hartmann
HRDI-06
202–493–3059

Mobility

Yes

Dec 2003

Analyze the effectiveness of new generation concrete structural materials.

Document the performance improvements obtained through the use of HPC.

Project

Technical Contact

Projected Goal Impact

Project Completion
Status (Percent)

On Schedule

Target Completion Date

Comments

100

Structures/Timber

Design Guidance for Composite Timber Bridges

Sheila Duwadi
HRDI-07
202–493–3106

Mobility/Safety

Indefinite

Provide guidance and assistance in fiberreinforced polymer (FRP) and glulam composite bridge design and construction.

Funds are not available to complete this study.

Project	Technical Contact	Projected Goal Impact	Project Completion Status (Percent)				On Schedule	Target Completion Date	Comments
Project	Technical Contact	Projected Goal Impact	25	50	75	100	On Schedule	Target Completion Date	Comments
Structures/Advanced Materials
Specifications for Highway Bridge Applications Using FRP Composites	Eric Munley HRDI-06 202–493–3046	Mobility				X	Yes	Complete	Provide design guidance for State highway bridge engineers.
FRP Prestressing for Highway Bridges	Eric Munley HRDI-06 202–493–3046	Mobility			X		Yes	Dec 2003	Provide engineering option that improves strength and eliminates corrosion.
Materials Specifications: Accelerated Test-Based Specification	Eric Munley HRDI-06 202–493–3046	Mobility			X		Yes	Dec 2003	Provide information regarding expected performance of FRP materials.
Performance Specification and Acceptance Tests for FRP Bridge Decks and Superstructures	Eric Munley HRDI-06 202–493–3046	Mobility/ Safety			X		Yes	Dec 2003	Provide specification for the proper use of advanced materials.

Project	Technical Contact	Projected Goal Impact	Project Completion Status (Percent)				On Schedule	Target Completion Date	Comments
Project	Technical Contact	Projected Goal Impact	25	50	75	100	On Schedule	Target Completion Date	Comments
Applied Engineering/Hydraulics
Culvert Installation Provisions for AASHTO Bridge Specifications	John O’Fallon HRDI-07 202–493–3051	Mobility				X	Yes	Complete	Verified durability of aluminized coatings for metal pipe. Proposed provisions provided to the Office of Bridge Technology. Presentation made at AASHTO Culvert Committee Meeting.
Effects of Debris on Bridge Pier Scour	J. Sterling Jones HRDI-07 202–493–3043	Mobility/Safety				X	Yes	Complete	This study was selected as a NCHRP project 24-26 for FY 2004.
Improved Culvert Entrance Loss Prediction	J. Sterling Jones HRDI-07 202–493–3043	Mobility		X			No	June 2004	Test hydraulic performance of prefabricated vs. field cast culvert inlets is currently underway, but is behind schedule due to difficulties getting models fabricated.

Project	Technical Contact	Projected Goal Impact	Project Completion Status (Percent)				On Schedule	Target Completion Date	Comments
Project	Technical Contact	Projected Goal Impact	25	50	75	100	On Schedule	Target Completion Date	Comments
Applied Engineering/Aerodynamics
Mean Wind Force Coefficients for Hexagonal, Uniform, and Tapered Cylinders	Hal Bosch HRDI-07 202–493–3031	Mobility/Safety		X			No	Dec 2004	Provide more realistic coefficient for calculating wind load. This study is slightly delayed due to rehabilitation of the wind tunnel and the slow fabrication of tapered models. The models have now been delivered, but the study has been delayed further due to limited funds.
Stochastic Methods for Simulating 3-D Wind Flow Around Bridges	Hal Bosch HRDI-07 202–493–3031	Mobility/Safety		X			No	Dec 2005	Provide new tool for simulation and analysis of wind effects on bridges. This study is on hold due to budget cuts and limited access to the principal investigator. Funding is now available and the project has restarted. Documentation from previous work has been delivered.

Project	Technical Contact	Projected Goal Impact	Project Completion Status (Percent)				On Schedule	Target Completion Date	Comments
Project	Technical Contact	Projected Goal Impact	25	50	75	100	On Schedule	Target Completion Date	Comments
Applied Engineering/Seismic
Improved Seismic Design Provisions for AASHTO Bridge Specifications	Phil Yen HRDI-07 202–493–3056	Mobility			X		Yes	Jun 2004	Provide recommended seismic design specifications for highway bridges. Recommended seismic design specifications completed and proposed to AASHTO. More work required to adopt the specifications.
A Risk-Based Methodology For Assessing the Seismic Performance of Lifeline Systems Report	Phil Yen HRDI-07 202–493–3056	Mobility/Safety			X		Yes	Dec 2004	Tool to assist State bridge engineers in assessing loss estimation of earthquake damage. A computer program was completed and a report published. This tool has been calibrated and validated by a demonstration project (Northridge earthquake case study).
Seismic Retrofitting Manuals: Part III: Special Bridges	Phil Yen HRDI-07 202–493–3056	Mobility/Safety			X		Yes	Dec 2004	Provide nationally applicable seismic design and retrofitting guidelines for special bridges.

Project	Technical Contact	Projected Goal Impact	Project Completion Status (Percent)				On Schedule	Target Completion Date	Comments
Project	Technical Contact	Projected Goal Impact	25	50	75	100	On Schedule	Target Completion Date	Comments
Applied Engineering/Geotechnology
Non-Nuclear Compaction Control Equipment	Mike Adams HRDI-06 202–493–3025	Mobility				X	Yes	Complete	Provide a more user-friendly compaction test method. A means of accurately measuring construction compaction of soil without the need for a nuclear device.
Micropile Technology for Bridges	Al DiMillio HRDI-06 202–493–3035	Mobility			X		Yes	Dec 2003	Provide design and retrofit guidance for the use of micropiles. Particularly critical technology for retrofit of existing structures and structures with limited access for equipment.

Project

Technical Contact

Projected Goal Impact

Project Completion
Status (Percent)

On Schedule

Target Completion Date

Comments

100

Applied Engineering/Corrosion

Knowledge-Based Tools for Bridge Coatings Maintenance Decisionmaking

Bob Kogler
HRDI-06
202–493–3080

Mobility

Yes

Complete

Provide coating assessment tools to resident bridge engineers.

Supplies a tool for conveniently assessing the condition of a coating on steel and provides options for repair.

Project	Technical Contact	Projected Goal Impact	Project Completion Status (Percent)				On Schedule	Target Completion Date	Comments
Project	Technical Contact	Projected Goal Impact	25	50	75	100	On Schedule	Target Completion Date	Comments
Applied Engineering/Nondestructive Evaluation
Automated Ultrasonic Inspection Methods	Glenn Washer HRDI-10 202–493–3082	Mobility			X		Yes	Dec 2003	Reduce the cost of steel bridge fabrication by using innovative technologies. The initial study is completed; the final report is being prepared.
Thermal Imaging System for Crack Detection	Glenn Washer HRDI-10 202–493–3082	Mobility			X		No	Sep 2004	Method to detect cracks and prevent failure of steel structures. Test setup complete, vendor has not supplied necessary equipment.
Ultrasonic Methods for Health Monitoring of Prestressing Tendons	Glenn Washer HRDI-10 202–493–3082			X			Yes	Sep 2004	Technology to prevent failures due to corrosion or tendon fracture. Prototype sensors built and tested; health monitoring applications currently being tested.
HERMES II Ground-Penetrating Radar System	Glenn Washer HRDI-10 202–493–3082			X			Yes	Oct 2005	Tools to rapidly survey concrete decks for deficiencies. Prototype system undergoing expanded testing under a new work plan in cooperation with State partners.

Project

Technical Contact

Projected Goal Impact

Project Completion
Status (Percent)

On Schedule

Target Completion Date

Comments

100

Applied Engineering/Bridge Management

WebNBI: Internet-Based Query and Analysis System for the NBI Database

John Hooks
HRDI-10
202–493–3023

Mobility

Yes

Complete

Provide basis for effective bridge preventive maintenance and preservation.

WebNBI query system active and in use by FHWA HQ and field bridge engineers and planning staff.

Project	Technical Contact	Projected Goal Impact	Project Completion Status (Percent)				On Schedule	Target Completion Date	Comments
Project	Technical Contact	Projected Goal Impact	25	50	75	100	On Schedule	Target Completion Date	Comments
Projects Not Reflected in 2002–2003 Plan
Abutment Scour Field Data	J. Sterling Jones HRDI-07 202–493–3043	Mobility/Safety				X	Yes	Complete	Provide database with field data from South Carolina for comparison with predictions based on FHWA guidelines and new procedures being developed. Data report will be published as a U.S. Geological Survey Open File Report. It will be provided to researchers for NCHRP Project 24-20, “Prediction of Abutment Scour.”
Air Pollution Models for Complex Site Geometries	Howard Jongedyk HRDI-10 202–493–3077	Environment				X	Yes	Complete	Techniques to evaluate impacts of toxic spills. Model for dispersion of exhaust gases and toxic gases from chemical spills or terrorist attacks; applicable to complex urban sites and tunnels. Report printed.
Cost Analysis for Innovative Bridge Coatings Methods	Bob Kogler HRDI-06 202–493–3080	Mobility				X	Yes	Complete	Comparative cost information for bridge coating rehabilitation projects.
COST Web Site and Report	Marcia Simon HRDI-12 202–493–3071	Mobility				X	Yes	Complete	Web-based software to efficiently optimize concrete mix proportioning and achieve multiple performance criteria. Final report was submitted for printing. Web site: http://ciks.cbt.nist.gov/cost/.
Diffusion of Airborne Highway Pollutants	Howard Jongedyk HRDI-10 202–493–3077	Environment				X	Yes	Complete	Methodology to mitigate impacts of airborne pollutants.
Full-Scale Accelerated Performance Testing for Superpave and Structural Validation: Phase I—Construction	Terry Mitchell HRDI-11 202–493–3147	Mobility				X	Yes	Complete	National Superpave binder specification refinement to capture fully the benefit of modified binders. Pooled fund study TPF- 5(019) in partnership with the TRB Superpave Binder ETG.
Fundamental Properties of Asphalt and Modified Asphalts	Ernie Bastian HRDI-11 202–493–3075	Mobility				X	Yes	Complete	Expanded fundamental knowledge of asphalt and modified asphalts. Congressionally directed research activity.
Management of Highway Runoff in Karst Areas	Howard Jongedyk HRDI-10 202–493–3077	Environment				X	Yes	Complete	Techniques to prevent damage to sensitive geologies.
Performance Measures on the Benefits of Infrastructure RD&T	Shiela Duwadi HRDI-07 202–493–3106	Mobility				X	Yes	Complete	A new framework for measuring the benefits of research.
Preliminary Laboratory Investigation of the Performance of Modified Asphalt Binders in Mixtures	Kevin Stuart HRDI-11 202–493–3073	Mobility				X	Yes	Complete	National refinement of Superpave binder specifications to fully capture the benefit of modified binders. Validation of proposed changes to the Superpave binder specifications. Funded by NCHRP and the TRB Superpave Mix/Aggregate and Binder Expert Task Group (ETG).
Risk-Based Countermeasure Selection for Scour Critical Bridges	J. Sterling Jones HRDI-07 202–493–3043	Mobility				X	Yes	Complete	The HYRISK model has been posted on the FHWA bridge technology Web site at https://www.fhwa.dot.gov/engineering/hydraulics/. HYRISK is keyed to the National Highway Institute (NHI) database and has been revised to prioritize bridges from information based on the 2001 coding guide. HYRISK has a component for a risk-based selection of countermeasures for bridges with limited service life that will be a starting point for NCHRP 24-25.
Asset Management Suite of Pavement Models	Bill Kenis HRDI-10 202–493–3149				X		Yes	Nov 2003	Life-cycle costing analysis for pavements. Suite of models being developed.
Studies to Better Understand the Performance of Bridges Subjected to Near-Source Ground Motions (NSGM)	Hamid Ghasemi HRDI-07 202–493–3042	Mobility/Safety			X		Yes	Nov 2003	Studied the characteristics of NSGM. Analyzed the performance of Bolu Viaduct in Turkey, subjected to NSGM by generating synthetic records. A technical report will be generated.
Warp and Curl Analysis Software	Dennis Sixbey HRDI-10 202–493–3078	Mobility			X		Yes	Nov 2003	Improved analysis and design of PCC pavements. Software analysis package being developed.
High-Energy Radiography for Structures	Glenn Washer HRDI-10 202–493–3082	Mobility			X		Yes	Jan 2004	Develop technology for detecting subsurface defects in concrete and steel bridges. Ongoing field testing to evaluate capabilities of the method; guidelines for field application being developed.
Technical Expertise on Grout Issues	Glenn Washer HRDI-10 202–493–3082	Mobility			X		Yes	Jan 2004	Technical assistance for inspection of post-tensioned bridges. Ongoing consultation and project development.
An Educational Guide to the History of Covered Bridges in the United States	Shiela Duwadi HRDI-07 202–493–3106	Mobility			X		Yes	Feb 2004	A guide designed to provide standards with a basic understanding of covered bridges.
Covered Bridge Manual	Shiela Duwadi HRDI-07 202–493–3106	Safety			X		Yes	Feb 2004	A guide to rehabilitate, restore, preserve, and reconstruct historic covered bridges.
Mixture-Specific Test Method for Alkali- Silica Reactivity	Marcia Simon HRDI-12 202–493–3071	Mobility		X			No	Apr 2004	Improve performance of PCCP. Continued delay in testing due to equipment problems. Expected resolution by October 2003.
Evaluation of the Proposed Simple Performance Test	Kevin Stuart HRDI-11 202–493–3073	Mobility		X			Yes	Jun 2004	New tool to improve the quality and performance of asphalt pavements. Funded by Revenue Aligned Budget Authority; requested by AASHTO.
Infrared Thermography for Infrastructure Inspection	Glenn Washer HRDI-10 202–493–3082	Mobility			X		Yes	Jun 2004	Technology for detecting delamination in bridge members. System built; new software developed; field testing underway.
Guidelines for Achieving High Levels of Smoothness Without Sacrificing PCC Performance	Peter Kopac HRDI-12 202–493–3151	Mobility			X		Yes	Jul 2004	Guidance to assure high smoothness and performance levels. Field testing and data collection underway.
Corrosion Control Design Guidance for Bridges	Bob Kogler HRDI-06 202–493–3080	Mobility	X				Yes	Sep 2004	Provide bridge engineers with knowledge and guidance to design more durable structures.
Smoothness Specifications	Dennis Sixbey HRDI-10 202–493–3078				X		Yes	Sep 2004	Improved pavement measurements made at highway speeds. Phases I and II—Determination of accelerometer requirements for inertial profilers at speeds from 24–120 kilometers per hour complete. Possible Phase III being considered.
Synthesis—Bridge Surveillance and Security Technologies	Shiela Duwadi HRDI-07 202–493–3106	Security	X				Yes	Oct 2004	Provide guidance on selection and implementation of bridge and tunnel security and surveillance systems.
Compendium of Knowledge on Pavement Models	Bill Kenis HRDI-10 202–493–3149	Mobility			X		Yes	Dec 2004	Text being written on basic principles of pavement models and analysis.
Feasibility of Bridge Design for Near-Fault Ground Motions	Hamid Ghasemi HRDI-07 202–493–3042	Mobility/Safety	X				Yes	Dec 2004	Develop simplified design procedures for bridges built close to an active fault.
Evaluation of GSB-88 Emulsified Sealer	Kevin Stuart HRDI-11 202–493–3073	Mobility		X			Yes	Sep 2005	Product intended to increase pavement service life. Congressionally directed research activity.
Design and Material Specifications for FRP/Glulam Bridges	Shiela Duwadi HRDI-07 202–493–3106	Mobility/Safety			X		Yes	Oct 2005	New specifications for adoption by AASHTO.

Office of Operations R&D

Project	Technical Contact	Projected Goal Impact	Project Completion Status (Percent)				On Schedule	Target Completion Date	Comments
Project	Technical Contact	Projected Goal Impact	25	50	75	100	On Schedule	Target Completion Date	Comments
Intelligent Vehicle Initiative (IVI) and Human Centered Systems
Guidelines for In-Vehicle Display Icons	Tom Granda HRDS-07 202–493–3365	Safety/Mobility				X	Yes	Complete	Diverse industry working group guided development. Original equipment manufacturer suppliers expressed interest in the product.
Synthesis of Practices Addressing Consistency in Text-Based Messaging for Advanced Traveler Information Systems (ATIS)	Tom Granda HRDS-07 202–493–3365	Safety/Mobility				X	Yes	Complete	Review of ATIS operator practices in selecting, filtering, and assembling dynamic message sign messages. Survey of the diverse text message delivery systems to understand the baseline system, the various types of messages being presented, and the decisionmaking processes for those messages.
Specialty Vehicles Technologies Evaluation	Randy VanGorder HRD0-03 202–493–3266	Safety/Mobility			X		No	Nov 2003	Final review of evaluation report in progress. Minnesota DOT resubmitting final reports in HTML format for 508 compliance and Web posting.
Enhanced Digital Mapping	Toni Wilbur HRD0-01 202–493–3269	Safety			X		Yes	Apr 2004	A cooperative partnership with industry to develop specifications and improve driver assistance systems.
Intersection Collision and Roadway Crash Avoidance/Infrastructure Systems Concepts and Requirements	Bob Ferlis HRDO-02 202–493–3268	Safety	X				Yes	Jan 2005	Organized as a pooled fund project to develop functional requirements and demonstration systems for infrastructure-based intersection collision avoidance systems.
Transportation Management Center (TMC) National Pooled Fund Study Results	Tom Granda HRDS-07 202–493–3365	Safety/Mobility		X			Yes	Sep 2006	Developed several references for TMC operations. For more information, see the pooled fund Web site at http://tmcpfs.ops.fhwa.dot.gov/index.cfm.

Project	Technical Contact	Projected Goal Impact	Project Completion Status (Percent)				On Schedule	Target Completion Date	Comments
Project	Technical Contact	Projected Goal Impact	25	50	75	100	On Schedule	Target Completion Date	Comments
Traffic Control and Operations
ACS—Development	Deborah Curtis HRDO-03 202–493–3267	Mobility				X	Yes	Complete	Weather and evacuation papers prepared; product handoff to Office of Operations done. Preparing one-page marketing tool.
ACS—Field Test	Raj Ghaman HRDO-03 202–493–3270	Mobility				X	Yes	Complete
Freeway Management Handbook	James Colyar HRDO-03 202–493–3282	Mobility/ Productivity				X	Yes	Complete	Updated and revised handbook. Will be available for free download in December 2003. For more information, visit www.nawgits.com/icdn/fmoh.html.
Traffic Control Systems Handbook	Raj Ghaman HRDO-03 202–493–3270	Mobility			X		Yes	Dec 2003	Update underway.
ACS “Lite” Version Software	Gene McHale HRDO-03 202–493–3275	Mobility		X			Yes	Jan 2004	Software development expected to be complete in December 2003. Hardware interface under development; expected late 2003. Lab testing expected June 2004. Field testing expected July 2005. Final report and evaluation expected October 2005.
Traffic Detector Handbook	Dave Gibson HRDO-04 202–493–3271	Safety/ Mobility/ Environment			X		Yes	Jul 2004	An update to the handbook describes design requirements, installation, and maintenance procedures for transportation sensors. Update complete; currently making report 508 compliant.
Winter Weather Maintenance Decision Support Systems	Randy VanGorder HRDO-03 202–493–3266 Rudy Persaud HRDO-04 202–493–3391	Safety/ Mobility/ Productivity/ Environment			X		Yes	Oct 2004	The demonstration has been extended through FY 2004 to take the evaluations and lessons learned from the first demonstration to enhance and better refine the system.
Support to Office of Operations on Devices—Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) Signing Issues	Tom Granda HRDS-07 202–493–3365	Safety/Mobility		X			Yes	Nov 2004	Role of FHWA regarding in-vehicle information. Phase II to begin in FY 2004.
Ramp Metering 2000 Software	Deborah Curtis HRDO-03 202–493–3267	Mobility				X	Yes	Dec 2004	Working with Office of Operations to determine next steps for product. Contract issues were resolved. Software development completed May 2003. Currently performing simulation evaluation. Field test planned for summer 2004.
DynaMIT—Field Test in Los Angeles, CA	Henry Lieu HRDO-03 202–493–3273	Mobility	X				Yes	Feb 2006	This project integrates CLAIRE, DynaMIT and Advanced Incident Detection Algorithm in Los Angeles, CA for real-time traffic management on arterials. The project started in September 2003.
DynaSMART-X—Field Test in Houston, TX	Henry Lieu HRDO-03 202–493–3273	Mobility	X				Yes	Mar 2006	This project integrates CLAIRE, DynaSMART-X and RHODES in Houston, TX. FHWA will provide Texas DOT with the three software packages for field test. The project is scheduled to start by late 2003.

Project	Technical Contact	Projected Goal Impact	Project Completion Status (Percent)				On Schedule	Target Completion Date	Comments
Project	Technical Contact	Projected Goal Impact	25	50	75	100	On Schedule	Target Completion Date	Comments
Traffic Simulation Modeling
DynaSMART-P—Release and Technical Support	Henry Lieu HRDO-03 202–493–3273	Mobility				X	Yes	Jan 2004	DynaSMART-P will be released to the public in early 2004.
QuickZone Work Zone Delay Estimation Tool	Deborah Curtis HRDO-03 202–493–3267	Mobility/ Productivity			X			Jan 2004	Working on cost-estimate tool. QuickZone 2.0 to be released January 2004.
Strategic Work Zone Analysis Tools (SWAT)	Deborah Curtis HRDO-03 202–493–3267	Mobility/ Productivity		X			Yes	Dec 2004	Working on impact-analysis tools.
GPS Surface Observation System Installation for Integrated Precipitable Water Vapor (IPWV)	Jim Arnold HRDO-04 202–493–3265 Rudy Persaud HRDO-04 202–493–3391	Safety/ Mobility/ Productivity/ Environment/ Security		X			Yes	Dec 2005	Install GPS surface observation system packages at NDGPS sites to calculate the IPWV from the accurate measurements of the GPS signal delay caused by atmospheric water vapor.
NDGPS Base Stations	Jim Arnold HRDO-04 202–493–3265	Safety/ Mobility/ Productivity/ Environment/ Security		X			Yes	Dec 2005
NDGPS Coverage Verification Test Jig	Jim Arnold HRDO-04 202–493–3265	Safety/ Mobility/ Productivity/ Environment/ Security	X				Yes	Dec 2005
DynaMIT-P—Field Test in Hampton Roads, VA	Henry Lieu HRDO-03 202–493–3273	Mobility	X				Yes	Jan 2006	The project began in May 2003.
Next Generation Simulation Modeling	Gene McHale HRDO-03 202–493–3275	Mobility	X				Yes	Dec 2007

Project	Technical Contact	Projected Goal Impact	Project Completion Status (Percent)				On Schedule	Target Completion Date	Comments
Project	Technical Contact	Projected Goal Impact	25	50	75	100	On Schedule	Target Completion Date	Comments
Projects Not Reflected in 2002—2003 Plan
Cooperative Program for Operational Meteorological Education and Training for Road Weather Forecasting	Rudy Persaud HRDO-04 202–493–3391	Safety/ Mobility			X		Yes	Jan 2004	This project will create a mesoscale network of hourly weather observations using Roadway Weather Information Systems. Final report being compiled.
Unmanned Aerial Vehicle for Aerial Surveillance	Dave Gibson HRDO-04 202–493–3271	Safety/ Mobility			X		Yes	Mar 2004	Uses model airplane for traffic surveillance and potential transportation system inspections.
Surface Transportation Security and Reliability Information System Model Deployment	Toni Wilbur HRDO-01 202–493–3269	Safety/ Mobility/ Security	X				Yes	May 2007
High-Accuracy Nationwide Differential Global Positioning System (HA-NDGPS)	Jim Arnold HRDO-04 202–493–3265	Safety/ Mobility/ Productivity/ Environment/ Security	X				Yes	Dec 2007	Research program to evaluate the potential for achieving very high accuracy navigation solutions using existing infrastructure.
Traffic Software Integrated System (TSIS)	Raj Ghaman HRDO-03 202–493–3270 Gene McHale HRDO-03 202–493–3275	Mobility				X	Yes	N/A	Software maintenance ongoing.

Office of Safety R&D

Project	Technical Contact	Projected Goal Impact	Project Completion Status (Percent)				On Schedule	Target Completion Date	Comments
Project	Technical Contact	Projected Goal Impact	25	50	75	100	On Schedule	Target Completion Date	Comments
Run-Off-the-Road Prevention: Design
IHSDM—2003 Public Release	Ray Krammes HRDS-05 202–493–3312	Safety					Yes	Complete	This suite of safety evaluation software modules incorporates available knowledge about roadway safety and geometric design into a more useful format for highway planners and designers.
Night Driving and Lighting Requirements for the Older Driver	Kenneth Opiela HRDS-05 202–493–3371	Safety				X	Yes	Complete	Final report completed and in print.
Updated Minimum Levels for Pavement Marking Retroreflectivity	Kenneth Opiela HRDS-05 202–493–3371	Safety			X		No	Rescheduled Jan 2004	Progress has been made in verifying and validating past efforts, but the need to revise the sign retroreflectivity values has delayed completion of this effort; 9-month extension is anticipated for this project.
Minimum Fluorescent Requirements for Traffic Signs	Carl Andersen HRDS-05 202–493–3366	Safety	X				No	Mar 2004	Delayed due to difficulty in finding specifically configured fluorescent material.
Guidelines for Assuring Systemwide Adequacy of Traffic Sign Visibility at Night	Kenneth Opiela HRDS-05 202–493–3371	Safety	X				Yes	Jun 2004	Tables of minimum requirements for traffic sign retroreflectivity have been completed, IDIQ with TTI initiated.
Enhanced Night Visibility Project Followup Study Results	Carl Andersen HRDS-05 202–493–3366	Safety		X			Yes	Dec 2004	Initial project extended through May 31, 2004.
IHSDM—Driver/Vehicle Module Beta Test	Ray Krammes HRDS-05 202–493–3312	Safety					No	Sep 2005	This module needs additional work, which we are deferring to FY 2003/2004. It will not be part of the 2003 release of IHSDM.
Requirements for Light-Emitting Diode (LED) Traffic Signals	Carl Andersen HRDS-05 202–493–3366	Safety					Yes	June 2006	Not started. Exploring cooperative agreement with NIST.

Project	Technical Contact	Projected Goal Impact	Project Completion Status (Percent)				On Schedule	Target Completion Date	Comments
Project	Technical Contact	Projected Goal Impact	25	50	75	100	On Schedule	Target Completion Date	Comments
Pedestrian and Bicyclist
Pedestrian Facilities Safety User Guide	Ann Do HRTS-06 202–493–3319	Safety				X	Yes	Complete	Information available and distributed to public on how to identify the safety and mobility needs of pedestrians within roadway rights-of-way.

Project	Technical Contact	Projected Goal Impact	Project Completion Status (Percent)				On Schedule	Target Completion Date	Comments
Project	Technical Contact	Projected Goal Impact	25	50	75	100	On Schedule	Target Completion Date	Comments
Speed Management
USLIMITS: A Preliminary Expert System for Speed Zoning	A.J. Nedzesky HRDS-05 202–493–3369	Safety				X	Yes	Complete	Updated version available for testing.
Variable Speed Limit Technical Assessment Plan	A.J. Nedzesky HRDS-05 202–493–3369	Safety			X		No	Jul 2003	A report on judicial enforcement of variable speed limits was published in March 2002 as Legal Research Digest Number 47.
Prototype Variable Speed Limit Systems in Work Zones	A.J. Nedzesky HRDS-05 202–493–3369	Safety		X			No	Aug 2003	Field testing completed in Michigan.
Recommended Designs for Hump Signs and Markings	Thomas Granda HRDS-07 202–493–3365	Safety			X		No	Aug 2003	Project delayed due to changes in the MUTCD. It now has guidelines for hump signs.
Results of Field Tests on Impacts of Setting and Enforcing Rational Speed Limits	A.J. Nedzesky HRDS-05 202–493–3369	Safety		X			Yes	Dec 2005	Results from first wave of demonstration projects due 8/28/03.

Project	Technical Contact	Projected Goal Impact	Project Completion Status (Percent)				On Schedule	Target Completion Date	Comments
Project	Technical Contact	Projected Goal Impact	25	50	75	100	On Schedule	Target Completion Date	Comments
Intersections
Accident Warrant for Traffic Signals	A.J. Nedzesky HRDS-05 202–493–3369	Safety				X	Yes	Complete	Published in NCHRP Report #491, available June 2003.
Functional Requirements for Microsimulation-Based Surrogate Safety Measures at Intersections	Joe Bared HRDS-05 202–493–3314	Safety				X		Complete	Complete Published in FHWA-RD-03-050.
Traffic Operations and Safety Comparisons of Single Point Urban Interchange with Tight Diamond Interchange	Joe Bared HRDS-05 202–493–3314	Safety				X	Yes	Complete
Roundabout Accessibility Study	Joe Bared HRDS-05 202–493–3314	Safety	X				Yes	Sep 2004	Analyze and evaluate crossing of blind pedestrians at roundabouts.

Project	Technical Contact	Projected Goal Impact	Project Completion Status (Percent)				On Schedule	Target Completion Date	Comments
Project	Technical Contact	Projected Goal Impact	25	50	75	100	On Schedule	Target Completion Date	Comments
Human Centered Systems
Revised Older Driver Design Handbook	Thomas Granda HRDS-07 202–493–3365	Safety				X	Yes	Complete	Handbook, guidelines, and recommendations are on the TFHRC Web site.

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