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Below is a list of resources about innovative pedestrian technologies. Documents and resources are provided as 
PDF files (Adobe
Acrobat reader required), as 
HTML files and as 
CD ROMs. |
Florida Pedestrian
and Bicycle Research Reports  |
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| Sponsor: Florida Department of Transportation
Summary:
The Florida Department
of Transportation conducts research on issues related to pedestrians
and bicycles. Go to this section of the Department website to download
some of the available reports (in pdf format).
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An Evaluation
of Illuminated Pedestrian Push Buttons in Windsor, Ontario |
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| Summary: This paper evaluates illuminated push buttons at four intersections in Windsor, Ontario. The research reported here is part of a larger national effort to evaluate the operational and safety effects of various pedestrian treatments: illuminated push buttons, automated pedestrian detectors, traffic calming measures, crosswalks, and sidewalks. Available Document: An
Evaluation of Illuminated Pedestrian Push Buttons in Windsor, Ontario
(PDF format, 572 k) - provides completed report for
viewing and printing.
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Evaluation of
Automated Pedestrian Detection at Signalized Intersections |
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| Summary: The objective of the present study was to evaluate whether automated pedestrian detectors, when used in conjunction with standard pedestrian push buttons, would result in fewer overall pedestrian-vehicle conflicts and fewer inappropriate crossings (i.e., beginning to cross during the Don't Walk signal). The results indicated a significant reduction in vehicle-pedestrian conflicts as well as a reduction in the number of pedestrians beginning to cross during the Don't Walk signal. Available Document: Evaluation
of Automated Pedestrian Detection at Signalized Intersections (PDF
format, 536 k) - provides completed report for viewing
and printing.
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An Evaluation
of Technologies for Automated Detection of Classification of Pedestrians
and Bicylists (2002) |
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| Summary: The objective of this research was to identify and evaluate existing technoligies that may accurately and effeciently detect, count, and classify non-motorized modes of transportation(i.e.., pedestrians and bicyclists). In addition to accuracy and efficiency, other critical criteria considered included: applicability to both on-road and off-road locations; flexibility in detecting and classifying non-motorized activity under multiple conditions; portability, and cost effectiveness. Available Document: An
Evaluation of Technologies for Automated Detection of Classification
of Pedestrians and Bicylists (PDF format, 891 k)
- provides completed report for viewing and printing.
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Pedsmart: Enhancing
the Pedestrian Travel Environment through ITS Technologies |
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| Summary: To date, the development and application of Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) technologies has primarily focused on motor vehicle safety and mobility. However, recent developments in hardware and other technologies offer the potential of improving pedestrian safety and access by addressing specific problems associated with crossing the street. Properly installed and operated, the application of these devices can enhance the traveling environment. Available Resources: Pedsmart:
Enhancing the Pedestrian Travel Environment through ITS Technologies
(HTML format) - provides interactive website with Real
Video feeds that demonstrate ITS technologies at work. Website hosted
by the UNC Highway Safety Research Center. Pedsmart:
the CD ROM experience - available in 2001. Offers high
resolution video and interactive navigation. Order your cd by sending
a request to:
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