Recently Completed Research Projects
From 2022 to 2023
- ACE Program: AV Truck Maintenance, Testing, and Storage Support
- ACE Program: Emergency Response and Work Zone Research
- ACE Program: Inspection Demonstrations and Evaluations
- ACE Program: Volpe Testing and Evaluation Support
- ADAS Crash Safety Analyses via OBMS Data
- CMVRTC: Expanded Motor Coach Safety Analysis
- Effect of the Length of Medical Certification on Safety
- Examining the Seizure Standard for CMV Drivers
- Item Response Theory (IRT)
From 2021 to 2022
- AI & Decision Support Systems for Crash Preventability PAR Processing
- CMVRTC: Brake Variability Analysis & Related Research
- Crash Preventability Phase II
- Crime Prevention for Truckers
- FAST Act: Beyond Compliance and Safety and Enforcement Impacts
- Hydrostatic Pressure Testing for Exacerbation of Stress Corrosion Cracks in Nurse Tanks (Phase IV)
- Military Under 21 CMV Driver Pilot Program (FAST Act, Section 5404, Phase III)
- Assessment of CDL Holders' Traffic Violations, Convictions, and Suspensions
- Tech-Celerate Now Phase I
- Understanding the Safety Impacts of Electronically Controlled Brake Systems in Commercial Motor Vehicles
- Using Systems Modeling to Identify Impacts to FMCSRs from Emerging ADS Business Cases
From 2020 to 2021
- Advanced Fatigue Modeling for Individual Differences, Phase III (SBIR)
- Analysis of Naturalistic Driving Data to Assess Distraction and Drowsiness in Drivers of Commercial Motor Trucks and Buses
- CMVRTC: Continued Analysis of PBBT Brake Performance Evaluation Data
- Civil Fines and Motor Carrier Safety
- Understanding Limitations for Drivers of ADS-Equipped CMVs
From 2019 to 2020
- CMVRTC: Development of Brake Performance Testing for Truck Platoons
- CMVRTC: Motorcoach Tire Analysis
- CMVRTC: Real-Time Dynamic Brake Assessment (RTDBA)
- Develop and Test New Inspection Tools to Support ADS-Equipped CMV Pilot Testing
- Development of Baseline Safety Performance Measures for Highly Automated Commercial Vehicles
- Examining FMCSA Vision Standard for CMV Drivers and Waiver Program
- FMCSA’s Advanced System Testing Utilizing a Data Acquisition System on the Highways (FAST DASH) Program
- Multi-Modal Driver Distraction and Fatigue Detection and Warning System, Phase II (SBIR)
- Study on Commercial Motor Vehicle (CMV) Driver Commuting (Fast Act, Section 5515)
From 2018 to 2019
- Accelerating SmartPark Deployment
- Cybersecurity Best Practices for Integration/Retrofit of Telematics and Aftermarket Electronic Systems into Heavy Vehicles
- Research and Recommendations for Improving FMCSA’s HM Cargo Tank Monitoring and Enforcement Program
- Research and Testing to Accelerate the Adoption of Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) Systems in Commercial Motor Vehicles (CMVs)
- Research on Sensor Performance for Automated Commercial Motor Vehicle (CMV) Applications
- Stopping at Railroad Grade Crossings
- Study of Truck Side Guards to Reduce Pedestrian Fatalities
From 2017 to 2018
- Case Study/Beta Test of Updated Model Motorcoach Curriculum
- Commercial Motor Vehicle (CMV) Fracking-Related Crashes
- Effectiveness of Weigh Station Pre-Clearance/E-Screening Systems
- Expert Support for Improving Motor Carrier Safety Measurement
- Feasibility Study for Developing a Longitudinal Study of CMV Driver Health
- Report on CDL Skills Test Delays (FAST Act, Section 5506)
- Review of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations for Automated Commercial Vehicles
- The Role of Human Factors in Cargo Tank Rollovers
- Working Group to Consider New Post-Accident Crash Data Elements for Tow-Away Crashes (FAST Act, Section 5306)
From 2016 to 2017
- Commercial Driver Individual Differences Study (CDIDS)
- Commercial Motor Vehicle Driver Restart Study
- Electronic Logging Device Compliance Test Procedures
- Evaluation of Research on CMV Drivers with Moderate to Severe Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Improving Motor Carrier Safety Measurement
- Instructional Design Guides for Inspecting Electric and Hybrid-Electric Commercial Motor Vehicles
- Motor Carrier Safety Research Analysis Committee
- National Data Fusion Project
- Performance-Based Testing of Driving Skills/Capabilities
- Report on Motor Carrier Financial Responsibility
- Safety Study Regarding Double-Decker Motorcoaches with Rear Luggage Compartment
- Selective Testing of Registered Electronic Logging Devices for Compliance
- Utility for Risk-based Screening and Assessment
- Wireless Roadside Inspection (WRI) Research Program
From 2015 to 2016
From 2014 to 2015
- Driver Distraction: Eye Glance Analysis and Conversation Workload
- Effectiveness of Fostering Safety Culture in Motor Carriers
- Effects of Detention Time on Commercial Motor Vehicle Driver Fatigue
- Infrared-Based Screening System
From 2013 to 2014
- Attitudes of Truck Drivers and Carriers on the Use of Electronic Logging Devices and Driver Harassment
- Commercial Driver's License Third Party Testing Anti-Fraud Software
- Development of a Course on Hydrogen Hazard Awareness Training for Commercial Vehicle Drivers
- Development of a Low-Cost Device to Increase Safety Belt Use
- Evaluating the Potential Safety Benefits of Electronic Logging Devices
- Evaluation of the Effectiveness of Onboard Safety Systems
- Expert Panel Report: Review of Hours-of-Service for Passenger Carrier Operations
- Field Study on the Efficacy of the New Restart Provision for Hours of Service December 2011 Final Rule
- Large Truck Causation Study
- Natural Gas Systems
- North American Fatigue Management Program
- Recommended Non-Destructive Testing to Improve Nurse Tank Safety, Phases I and II
- SmartPark: Real-Time Parking Availability
- Study of the Impact of a Telematics System on Safe and Fuel-efficient Driving in Trucks
Last updated: Monday, April 1, 2024