Tran-SET is pleased to present the following, in-progress research projects that aim to address the transportation challenges of Region 6 and have great potential for implementation. The projects are organized under transportation area: (a) asphalt concrete materials, (b) portland cement materials, (c) geotechnical, (d) highway sustainability, (e) intelligent transportation systems, (f) pavements, (g) policy & planning, (h) safety, (i) structural, and (j) technology transfer.
To learn more, please click on the project’s Fact Sheet (two-page overview developed at the beginning of the project) and Highlights (two-page overview updated mid-way through the project with current progress and preliminary results).
Asphalt Concrete Materials
Viability Assessment and Cost-Effectiveness of Using High-Modulus Asphalt Concrete (HMAC) as Base Course in Asphalt Pavements in Louisiana
Lead University: Louisiana State University
Project No. 20BLSU02
Maintenance and Restriping Strategies for Pavement Markings in Louisiana
Lead University: Louisiana State University
Project No. 20BLSU03
Catalyst Regeneration of RAP-Binder in Asphalt
Lead University: Louisiana State University
Project No. 20BLSU19
Effectiveness of Softening Agents for Enhancing Properties of Asphalt Mixes with High RAP Contents
Lead University: Arkansas State University
Project No. 20BASU23
Feasibility Assessment of Warm Mix Asphalt in Arkansas
Lead University: Arkansas State University
Project No. 20BASU24
Enhancing the Performance of Asphalt Mixtures Containing High RAP Content with the Use of Different WMA Technologies
Lead University: Louisiana State University
Project No. 19BLSU01
Evaluation of Asphalt Mixtures Resistance to Cement-Treated Base Reflective Cracking in the Laboratory
Lead University: Louisiana State University
Project No. 19BLSU02
Portland Concrete Materials
Determination of the Optimal Parameters for Self-Healing Efficiency of Encapsulated Bacteria in Concrete in a Simulated Subtropical Climate
Lead University: Louisiana State University
Project No. 20CLSU05
Evaluation of Alternative Sources of Supplementary Cementitious Materials (SCMs) for Concrete Materials in Transportation Infrastructure
Lead University: Louisiana State University
Project No. 20CLSU07
Development of Novel Ultra-High Performance Engineered Cementitious Composites (UHP-ECC) for Durable and Resilient Transportation Infrastructure
Lead University: Louisiana State University
Project No. 20CLSU08
Multifunctional corrosion control system as a sustainable approach for reinforced concrete elements
Lead University: Texas A&M University
Project No. 20CTAMU22
Durability of Concrete Produced with an Alternative Supplementary Cementitious Material
Lead University: New Mexico State University
Project No. 20CNMSU40
Resilient 3D-Printed Infrastructure with Engineered Cementitious Composites (ECC)
Lead University: University of New Mexico
Project No. 20CUNM41
Application of Engineered Cementitious Composites (ECC) for Jointless Ultrathin Whitetopping Overlay
Lead University: Louisiana State University
Collaborative University: University of New Mexico
Project No. 18CLSU01
Influence of Powder Activated Carbon (PAC) in Fly Ash on the Properties of Concrete
Lead University: Arkansas State University
Project No. 19CASU03
Evaluation of Bagasse Ash as Cement and Sand Replacement for the Production of Engineered Cementitious Composites (ECC)
Lead University: Louisiana State University
Project No. 19CLSU03
Engineered Geopolymer Composites (EGC) for Sustainable Transportation Infrastructure
Lead University: Louisiana State University
Collaborative University: Texas A&M University
Project No. 19CLSU04
Field Implementation and Monitoring of an Ultra-High Performance Concrete Bridge Deck Overlay
Lead University: New Mexico State University
Project No. 19CNMS01
Development of Corrosion Inhibiting Geopolymers Based Cement for Transportation Infrastructure
Lead University: Texas A&M University
Project No. 19CTAM02
Geotechnical
Calculating Pile Downdrag: Experimental and Numerical Investigations
Lead University: Louisiana State University
Project No. 20GTLSU10
Rapid Repair of Cracks on the Embankment Slopes Using Bio-Cement
Lead University: Louisiana State University
Project No. 20GTLSU11
Mining of Unmanned Aerial System Operations and Data to Improve Emergency Operations during Natural Disasters
Lead University: Louisiana State University
Project No. 20GTLSU18
Evaluation of Sustainable and Environmentally Friendly Stabilization of Cohesionless Sandy Soil for Transportation Infrastructure
Lead University: Texas A&M University
Project No. 20GTTAMU21
An automated system for inspecting rock faces and detecting potential rock falls using machine learning
Lead University: University of New Mexico
Project No. 20GTUNM31
Compaction Multimeter
Lead University: New Mexico State University
Project No. 20GTNMSU39
Coupling Novel Soil Moisture-Suction Sensors and UAV Photogrammetry Technology to the Performance of Highway Embankments
Lead University: Louisiana State University
Collaborative University: University of Texas at Arlington
Project No. 19GTLSU05
Eco-Friendly Stabilization of Sulfate-Rich Expansive Soils using Geopolymers for Transportation Infrastructure
Lead University: University of Texas at Arlington
Collaborative University: Texas A&M University
Project No. 19GTUTA01
Highway Sustainability
Currently, there are no projects under this topical area. Please “stay tuned” when fourth-cycle projects are anticipated to begin in May 2020.
Intelligent Transportation Systems
Combining Virtual Reality and Machine Learning for Enhancing the Resiliency of Transportation Infrastructure in Extreme Events
Lead University: Louisiana State University
Project No. 20ITSLSU16
Developing Notification and Enforcement Systems to Communicate and Administer Bridge Load Postings
Lead University: Louisiana State University
Project No. 20ITSLSU17
Development of a Multi-Level Dynamic Model to Measure the Resilience Level of Transportation Infrastructure Networks: A Comprehensive Approach to Quantification of Resilience Dimensions in Highway and Bridge Projects
Lead University: University of Texas at Arlington
Project No. 20ITSUTA27
Autonomous Vehicle Communication Strategies Modeled in Virtual Reality
Lead University: University of New Mexico
Project No. 20ITSUNM32
Smart Battery Management System for Electric Vehicles: Self-learning Algorithms for Simultaneous State and Parameter Estimation, and Stress Detection
Lead University: Oklahoma State University
Project No. 20ITSOSU38
A multi-AI-agent framework for vehicle-infrastructure integration and electric vehicle robust charging
Lead University: University of Texas at San Antonio
Project No. 20ITSUTSA43
Analysis, Modeling, and Simulation (AMS) Case Studies of Connected and Automated Vehicle (CAV) Implementations Specific to the South Central Region
Lead University: Louisiana State University
Project No. 19ITSLSU06
Development of a Self-Powered Weigh-In-Motion System
Lead University: University of Texas at San Antonio
Project No. 19ITSUTSA01
Operations
A Resource Guide for State DOT’s Maintenance Equipment Fleet Management Decisions
Lead University: Oklahoma State University
Project No. 20OPOSU037
Pavements
Development of Decision Trees for the Selection of Pavement Maintenance and Rehabilitation Activities in South-Central United States
Lead University: Louisiana State University
Project No. 20PLSU04
Deep reinforcement learning-based prioritization for rapid post disaster recovery of transportation infrastructure systems
Lead University: Louisiana State University
Project No. 20PPLSU14
Network analysis to identify critical links for relief activities during extreme weather events
Lead University: University of Texas at Arlington
Project No. 20PUTA28
Expanding the Concept of Comprehensive Area Ratio Parameter to the South-Central States: Towards Simplifying the Structural Evaluation of Flexible Pavements at the Network Level
Lead University: University of Texas at San Antonio
Project No. 20PUTSA34
An innovative thermo-energy harvesting Module for asphalt roadway pavement
Lead University: University of Texas at San Antonio
Project No. 20PUTSA42
Investigating the Impacts of Truck Platooning on Transportation Infrastructure in the South-Central Region
Lead University: Louisiana State University
Collaborative Universities: University of Texas at San Antonio; Texas A&M University
Project No. 19PITSLSU14
Advanced Modeling and Design Methodology for Pavements using Plasticity-Based Shakedown Theory
Lead University: Louisiana State University
Project No. 19PLSU09
Holistic Network-Level Assessment of Pavement Flood Damages using the FEMA’s Hazus Flood Models and Maintenance Cost
Lead University: Louisiana State University
Collaborative University: Texas A&M University
Project No. 19PLSU13
Policy & Planning
Rails to Resilience: Evaluating New Orleans and Baton Rouge Terminals and Transit Links
Lead University: University of New Orleans
Project No. 19PPLSU11
Life Cycle Environmental Impact of Houston METRO System – Evaluation of Electric Alternatives
Lead University: Prairie View A&M University
Project No. 19PPPVU01
Safety
Safety of Road Users in Light-Rail Transit Environment
Lead University: Oklahoma State University
Project No. 20SAOSU06
Exploring traffic safety problems and challenges of older roads’ users in Louisiana: Causes and countermeasures
Lead University: Louisiana State University
Project No. 20SALSU13
Preventing Struck-by Hazards: Defying Risk-desensitization via Virtual Accident Simulation
Lead University: Texas A&M University
Project No. 20SATAMU20
Urban Transportation Infrastructure and Cyclist and Pedestrian Safety
Lead University: University of Texas at San Antonio
Project No. 20SAUTSA35
Modeling Crash Severity and Collision Types Using Machine Learning
Lead University: University of Texas at San Antonio
Project No. 20SAUTSA36
Development of a Low Power, Low Cost Rural Railway Intersection Smart Detection and Warning System
Lead University: University of Texas at San Antonio
Project No. 19SAUTSA03
Structural
Bridge Load Posting Prediction
Lead University: Louisiana State University
Project No. 20STLSU01
Efficient, Low-cost Bridge Cracking Detection and Quantification Using Deep-learning and UAV Images
Lead University: Louisiana State University
Project No. 20STLSU12
Residual life and reliability assessment of underground RC pipelines under uncertainty
Lead University: University of Texas at Arlington
Project No. 20STUTA25
Study on hybrid model combining super learner and physic-based models for SHM in bridges using low-cost BWIM
Lead University: University of Texas at Arlington
Project No. 20STUTA26
Field retrofit and testing of a corroded corrugated metal culvert using Glass Fiber Reinforced Polymers
Lead University: University of New Mexico
Project No. 20STUNM30
Bridge Cracks Monitoring: Detection, Measurement, and Comparison using Augmented Reality
Lead University: University of New Mexico
Project No. 20STUNM33
Corrosion Management System of Regional Reinforced Concrete (RC) Bridges
Lead University: Texas A&M University
Collaborative University: Louisiana State University
Project No. 19STLSU10
Development of Low-Cost Multifunctional Materials for Near-Surface-Mounted (NSM) Strengthening of RC Bridge Beams and Columns
Lead University: Texas A&M University
Project No. 19STTAM03
Bridge Desk Inspection using Small Unmanned Aircraft System Based Airborne Imaging Techniques
Lead University: University of New Mexico
Project No. 19STUNM04
Technology Transfer
Analysis of the Causes of Workforce Shortages: Create Guidelines for Education and Workforce Development in Transportation to Generate Future Careers for the Navajo Nation
Lead University: Navajo Technical University
Project No. 19TTNTU01