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Filed Under: Meetings

October 24, 2017 Advisory Committee Meeting

DATE: October 24, 2017
TIME:  11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
LOCATION: Conference Call 1-866-906-7447
Participant Access Code 8626283

AGENDA/MINUTES

State Transportation Agencies Present:

  1. Ann Scholz, New Hampshire
  2. Dale Peabody, Maine
  3. Emily Parkany, Vermont
  4. Flavia Pereira, Connecticut
  5. Jose Lima, Rhode Island
  6. Michael Sock, Rhode Island

Others Present:

  1. Chris Jolly, FHWA
  2. Glenn McRae, NETC
  3. Jacob Leopold, NETC
  4. Jo Daniel, UNH


AGENDA ITEMS:

    1. Maine as Lead State
      -Dale Peabody provided an update.-Maine set up a new Pooled Fund; go to Pooled Fund web site [http://www.pooledfund.org/browse/open]; see 1456 Solicitation # (New England Transportation Consortium VII).  Each state should make its financial commitment on the web site to get it set up; Dale spoke with FHWA to answer questions and get waiver letter.-The AC has been meeting separately and working on new SOW for future coordinator contract aligned with this pooled fund.
    2. UVM Staffing for NETC
      Glenn McRae (PI) and Jacob Leopold (former NETC manager) discussed how they were working together to update the NETC systems and processes in the absence of Coordinator Julie Dowds, who remains out on medical leave.  In addition to bringing the open projects reporting and invoicing up to date (see below) they have been working on updating the website.  They will consider hiring in new administrative support depending on Julie Dowds’ return date to maintain continuity and full support of the program.
    3. NETC Website: User Functionality Check-in (http://www.newenglandtransportationconsortium.org/)  -There was discussion about how to find specific documents and reports on the website.

      – A reminder that there is a Search Function available on all pages, except the home page that offers a key word search.

      -Dale asked about the location of Project 09-3 UMaine bridge drains, as well as the accompanying poster and summary; the report is complete. It is retrievable under the search function “bridge drains” but there is some break in the architecture that does not have it properly display in reports.  The Coordinators will review this. Note: if there are other things missing or hard to find please alert the coordinators.

      -Emily asked about posting all the posters and fact sheets in line with the reports.  Jacob will be working on a new presentation structure so that the tech transfer resources track with and are readily available alongside the final reports.

      -Emily asked about where Policies and Procedures (See Info for PIs) – Suggested that a link be added under ABOUT so that they are more logically accessible to AC.

      -Flavia asked about the portability of the website if the coordinator contract moves to a new organization.  UVM set up the website on a word press format that can be easily transferred and is not directly tied into the university’s web architecture.

      -All members of the AC, along with our university partners are asked to review the web site and identify issues or opportunities that need to be addressed and send them to the Coordinators before the next meeting. We will add an agenda item on the next meeting agenda (set up via webinar) to walk through website with that AC at next meeting – add an extra 30 minutes;

    4. AV/CV Quick Response Project Emily reported that there was no update, at this time – putting RFP together.  A follow-up with the group that met in Sept. is still needed.  As we are inventing how to get these new Quick Turnaround projects out fast for speedy response and then implementation, acknowledge that there is a real learning curve.  As work continues at a rapid pace externally on AV/CV we want to make sure the project RFP is complimentary to other work going on, adds value (is not just another report), and is specific to New England and our cross-border issues.  The I-95 corridor group is having a meeting in Dec. on AV – how does it tie in?-Emily has been in touch with Julia Gold (RIDOT) as a resource on making it meaningful to all six states.-Coordinator will provide Emily with an RFP template to adapt to the quick response format.
    5. New Research Solicitation Process: Start in November? Everyone agree that they are ready to start the process to solicit research problem statements.  Reminder to tap into the subject matter groups identified by members to start soliciting research ideas.  UVM to set up request for research problem statements.
    6. Open Projects (10-19-2017)

In the future, the Coordinator will send notice to AC when a final project report is posted.

Project # and Title PI, University

AC Liaison

Update (August) End Date
06-04: Preventive Maintenance and Timing of Applications Mogawer,

UMass Dartmouth C. Franco

PI is working on the poster and fact sheet. Final report edits finalized.  Prepping report for distribution. Complete
10-3: Low Temperature and Moisture Susceptibility of RAP Mixtures with Warm Mix Technology Mogawer,UMass Dartmouth

A. Scholz

PI is finalizing the report and scheduling a TAC meeting to receive feedback. (Ann checking with Dennis to see if TAC mtg set up&  is moving ahead) 5/31/17
13-1: Development of High Early-Strength Concrete for Accelerated Bridge Construction Closure Pour Connections Brena,UMass Amherst

MassDOT

No cost extension fully executed between UVM and UMass Amherst. Project ongoing 12/31/2017

(NCE)

13-2: HMA Mixtures Containing Recycled Asphalt Shingles (RAS): Low Temperature and Fatigue Performance of Plant-Produced Mixtures Mogawer,UMass Dartmouth

A. Scholz

With the decision to move to lab mixes earlier in the year the project has progressed towards completion.  Project team has begun their draft final report for review by TAC and final delivery. 12/1/17
13-3: Improved Regionalization of Quality Assurance (QA) Functions Dave,UNH

C. Franco

Working with PI to get final report in NETC format.

Project TAC is beginning to share inspection data.  At this time VT, CT, and MA are participating.  VT has loaded their 2017 plant inspection data reports.

4/2/17 (NCE)
14-1: Measuring the Effectiveness of Competency Models for Job Specific Professional Development of Engineers & Engineering Technicians Ahmadjian,UMass Amherst

 

D. Peabody

Research team has resumed work and is working on Task 3, which requires the development of Transportation Competency Model Framework for implementation at least 1 DOT.  Task 4 is said pilot implementation. Need TAC meeting – can Task 4 be completed in time left? Follow up with PI 12/31/17 (NCE)
14-2: Investigation of Northern Long-Eared Bat Roosting Sites on Bridges Civjan,UMass Amherst

 

D. Peabody

Final report edits finalized.  Prepping report for distribution. Poster and Fact Sheet presented at VTrans research symposium. 5/31/17

(NCE)

14-4: Optimizing Future Work Zones in New England for Safety and Mobility Xie,

UMASS Lowell

MassDOT

Project team purchased eye-tracking but has encountered issues.  They are expecting a vendor visit at the end of October to resolve issues so they can begin work with participants.  In the interim the team has been summarizing VISSIM documentation and results and developing a custom strategy for work zone control. 12/31/2017

(NCE Requested)

15-1: Use of Forested Habitat Adjacent to Highways by Northern Long Ear Bats Foster, UNH

D. Peabody

Held kickoff meeting at UNH. TAC pleased with strategy and PI has received some of the audio data needed from states. PI now has dual appointment at UNH and Northern Arizona University. 11/30/18
15-2: Using the New SHRP2 Naturalistic Driving Study Safety Databases to Examine Safety Concerns for Older Drivers Samuel,UMass Amherst

D. Peabody

Detailed findings of Lit. review have been finalized as requested/planned by TAC (specifically main stressors of bats).  Compilation of data continues (NLEB distribution, and landscape data). 12/31/18
15-3: Moisture Susceptibility Testing for Hot Mix Asphalt Pavements in New England Dave, UNH

D. Peabody

Sample mixture testing continues, no issues/task completions at this time. 7/31/18
15:4 Optimizing Quality Assurance (QA) Processes for Asphalt Pavement Construction in the Northeast TBD

A. Scholz

Still pending completion of 13-3 report.  Independent implementation of 13-3 work by TAC may suggest this is ready to be re-evaluated. Ann to check in with TAC for 13-3. TBD
    1. NETC Fund Balance Update (no change)
  • FY2016 Fund Balance Transfers – 0.00All previous fund transfers have been completed
  • FY2017 Fund Balance Transfers – Decision deferred, but budgeted by each state
  • NETC Unallocated Balance as of 8/21/2017 – $139,278.00
  • NETC Coordinator funded through 9/1/2018 and limited funding through 2/15/2019 to complete NETC 15 series

2. Other Business

  • NETC Advisory Meeting Next Monthly Meeting: Tuesday, November 28th at 11am to 12:30pm
  • This meeting will be scheduled for an extra 30 minutes, and set up via webinar to include a website overview agenda item.
  • Please join the meeting from your computer, tablet, or smartphone at http://global.gotomeeting.com/join/329291125.  You can also dial in using your phone: United States: +1 (786) 535-3211.  Access Code: 329-291-125
  • December meeting date has been changed.  Delete the currently scheduled meeting on December 26.  Change to Tuesday, December 19th at 11am to noon.  This meeting will be a regular conference call.

3. Adjourn

 

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August 22, 2017 Advisory Committee Meeting

DATE:                      August 22, 2017

TIME:                        11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

LOCATION:            Conference Call 1-866-906-7447

                                    Participant Access Code 8626283

AGENDA ITEM

Call to Order

Open Projects

Project # and Title PI, University

AC Liaison

Update End Date
06-04: Preventive Maintenance and Timing of Applications Mogawer,

UMass Dartmouth

 

C. Franco

PI is working on the poster and fact sheet. We are editing the report for the website. Complete
10-3: Low Temperature and Moisture Susceptibility of RAP Mixtures with Warm Mix Technology Mogawer,

UMass Dartmouth

 

A. Scholz

PI is finalizing the report and scheduling a TAC meeting to receive feedback. 5/31/17
13-1: Development of High Early-Strength Concrete for Accelerated Bridge Construction Closure Pour Connections Brena,

UMass Amherst

 

MassDOT

No cost extension fully executed between UVM and UMass Amherst. Project ongoing 12/31/2017

(NCE)

13-2: HMA Mixtures Containing Recycled Asphalt Shingles (RAS): Low Temperature and Fatigue Performance of Plant-Produced Mixtures Mogawer,

UMass Dartmouth

 

 

A. Scholz

PI met with TAC to update them on new work plan to maintain research schedule. More of the mixtures will be produced in the lab because unable to get them from the plants. TAC supported change. 12/1/17
13-3: Improved Regionalization of Quality Assurance (QA) Functions Dave,

UNH

 

C. Franco

Working with PI to get final report in NETC format. 4/2/17 (NCE)
14-1: Measuring the Effectiveness of Competency Models for Job Specific Professional Development of Engineers & Engineering Technicians Ahmadjian,

UMass Amherst

 

 

 

D. Peabody

No cost extension fully executed between UVM and UMass Amherst. Project ongoing. 12/31/17 (NCE)
14-2: Investigation of Northern Long-Eared Bat Roosting Sites on Bridges Civjan,

UMass Amherst

 

D. Peabody

Received final report and final edits and approval from TAC. Inputting final edits. 5/31/17

(NCE)

14-4: Optimizing Future Work Zones in New England for Safety and Mobility Xie,

UMASS Lowell

 

MassDOT

PI requested and TAC approved NCE to the end of 2017. The PI researching motion simulators and eye tracking devices to improve simulation testing. 12/31/2017

(NCE Requested)

15-1: Use of Forested Habitat Adjacent to Highways by Northern Long Ear Bats Foster, UNH

 

 

D. Peabody

Held kickoff meeting at UNH. TAC pleased with strategy and PI has received some of the audio data needed from states. PI now has dual appointment at UNH and Northern Arizona University. 11/30/18
15-2: Using the New SHRP2 Naturalistic Driving Study Safety Databases to Examine Safety Concerns for Older Drivers Samuel,

UMass Amherst

 

D. Peabody

PI met with TAC to provide update and receive feedback on data collection and hypothesis to test. PI has Roadway Information Data, completed IRB for SHRP2 and expects SHRP2 data in September. 12/31/18
15-3: Moisture Susceptibility Testing for Hot Mix Asphalt Pavements in New England Dave,

UNH

 

D. Peabody

PI analyzed survey results from all six states to plan lab tests. Sampled mixtures from VT and ME and expect to sample more this summer. Started to test the mixes that they have. 7/31/18
15:4 Optimizing Quality Assurance (QA) Processes for Asphalt Pavement Construction

in the Northeast

TBD

 

 

 

 

A. Scholz

Once report completed will schedule meeting with PI from 13-3 and TAC to review lessons learned from that project to restart this project. TBD
 

NETC Fund Balance Update

      • All previous fund transfers have been completed
      • FY2016 Fund Balance Transfers – 0.00
      • FY2017 Fund Balance Transfers – Decision deferred, but budgeted by each state
      • NETC Unallocated Balance as of 8/21/2017 – $139,278.00
      • NETC Coordinator funded through 9/1/2018 and limited funding through 2/15/2019 to complete NETC 15 series

NETC Research Processes

      • Start NETC Research Solicitation Process
        • Approximately 15 month process
        • Traditionally, starts in November
        • Can be started with one coordinator and transferred, if needed
        • Consider “Implement recommendations on Effective Establishment of Native Plants on Roadsides” for full research solicitation process
      • Quick Response Projects
        • “Pre-TAC” for AV/CV Vehicles – participants at NH meeting or other suggestions?

New England Materials and Research Engineers Meeting

      • Discussion of regionalization through National Transportation Product Evaluation Program
        • Several areas for potential regionalization and regionalized audit programs
          1. Concrete blocks, pavement marking paint, binder QC plans
      • Will work with NEMREM to schedule when more people are available next year

Other Business

      • NETC Advisory Meeting Next Monthly Meeting – Tuesday, September 26th at 11am
      • Adjourn

Filed Under: Meetings

NETC July 25, 2017 Advisory Committee Meeting

DATE:                       June 25, 2017

TIME:                        11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

LOCATION:             Conference Call 1-866-906-7447

                                 Participant Access Code 8626283

AGENDA ITEMS

Call to Order

Open Projects

Project # and Title PI, University

AC Liaison

Update End Date
06-04: Preventive Maintenance and Timing of Applications Mogawer,

UMass Dartmouth

 

C. Franco

PI is finalized the report and is working on the poster and fact sheet. We are editing the report for the website. Complete
10-3: Low Temperature and Moisture Susceptibility of RAP Mixtures with Warm Mix Technology Mogawer,

UMass Dartmouth

 

A. Scholz

PI is finalizing the report and scheduling a TAC meeting to receive feedback. 5/31/17
13-1: Development of High Early-Strength Concrete for Accelerated Bridge Construction Closure Pour Connections Brena,

UMass Amherst

 

MassDOT

Contract extension in process between UVM and Amherst, awaiting UMass signatures. 12/31/17

(NCE)

13-2: HMA Mixtures Containing Recycled Asphalt Shingles (RAS): Low Temperature and Fatigue Performance of Plant-Produced Mixtures Mogawer,

UMass Dartmouth

 

 

A. Scholz

PI met with TAC to update them on new work plan to maintain research schedule. More of the mixtures will be produced in the lab because unable to get them from the plants. TAC supported change. 12/1/17
13-3: Improved Regionalization of Quality Assurance (QA) Functions Dave,

UNH

 

C. Franco

Final report in NETC format expected this week. 4/2/17 (NCE)
14-1: Measuring the Effectiveness of Competency Models for Job Specific Professional Development of Engineers & Engineering Technicians Ahmadjian,

UMass Amherst

 

 

 

D. Peabody

No cost extension fully executed between UVM and Amherst. Project ongoing. 12/31/17 (NCE)
14-2: Investigation of Northern Long-Eared Bat Roosting Sites on Bridges Civjan,

UMass Amherst

 

D. Peabody

Received final report and final edits and approval from TAC. Completing final review and edit for website. 5/31/17

(NCE)

14-4: Optimizing Future Work Zones in New England for Safety and Mobility Xie,

UMASS Lowell

 

MassDOT

The PI researching motion simulators and eye tracking devices to improve simulation testing. TAC has approved NCE request. 12/31/17

(NCE Requested)
15-1: Use of Forested Habitat Adjacent to Highways by Northern Long Ear Bats Foster, UNH

 

 

D. Peabody

Held kickoff meeting at UNH. TAC pleased with strategy and PI has received some of the audio data needed from states. PI now has dual appointment at UNH and Northern Arizona University. 11/30/18
15-2: Using the New SHRP2 Naturalistic Driving Study Safety Databases to Examine Safety Concerns for Older Drivers Samuel,

UMass Amherst

 

D. Peabody

PI has Roadway Information Data, completed IRB for SHRP2 and expects SHRP2 data by end of August. 12/31/18
15-3: Moisture Susceptibility Testing for Hot Mix Asphalt Pavements in New England Dave,

UNH

 

D. Peabody

PI analyzed survey results from all six states to plan lab tests. Sampled mixtures from VT and ME and expect to sample more this summer. Started to test the mixes that they have. 7/31/18
15:4 Optimizing Quality Assurance (QA) Processes for Asphalt Pavement Construction

in the Northeast

TBD

 

 

 

 

A. Scholz

Working with 13-3 PI to set up meeting with TAC to review lessons learned from that project to restart this project TBD
*Final Tech Transfer Items:  Currently these include the final report to the TAC; a “Fact Sheet” summary – NETC template; a presentation to the TAC and other interested DOT participants that is recorded by NETC and made available.

NETC Fund Balance Update

  • All previous fund transfers have been completed
  • FY2016 Fund Balance Transfers – 0.00
  • FY2017 Fund Balance Transfers – Decision deferred, but budgeted by each state
  • FY2018 Fund Balance Transfers
  • NETC Unallocated Balance as of 7/24/2017 – $139,278.00
  • NETC Coordinator funded through 9/1/2018

NETC Research Processes

  • Start NETC Research Solicitation Process
    • 15 month process
    • Traditionally, starts in November
    • Can be started with one coordinator and transferred, if needed
    • Consider “Implement recommendations on Effective Establishment of Native Plants on Roadsides” for full research solicitation process
  • Quick Response Projects
    • “Pre-TAC” for AV/CV Vehicles?
    • Discuss “Pre-TAC” recommendations at next meeting

New England Materials and Research Engineers Meeting

  • Discussion of regionalization through National Transportation Product Evaluation Program
    • Several areas for potential regional research and regional audit programs
      1. Concrete blocks, pavement marking paint, binder QC plans
    • Will work with NEMREM to schedule when more people are available next year

NETC SOP

  • Updating to reflect discussions at retreat
    • Include quick response
    • Update tech transfer language
    • Lead state to issues contracts

Other Business

  • NETC Advisory Meeting Next Monthly Meeting – Tuesday, August 22nd at 11am

Adjourn

Filed Under: Meetings

NETC May 23, 2017 Advisory Committee Meeting

AGENDA

NETC ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETING

DATE:                       May 23, 2017

TIME:                        11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

LOCATION:             Conference Call 1-866-906-7447

                                 Participant Access Code 8626283

AGENDA ITEM

Open Projects

Project # and Title PI, University

AC Liaison

Update End Date
06-04: Preventive Maintenance and Timing of Applications Mogawer,

UMass Dartmouth

 

C. Franco

TAC provided a few comments on report and the PI is finalizing the report to incorporate these comments. Complete
10-3: Low Temperature and Moisture Susceptibility of RAP Mixtures with Warm Mix Technology Mogawer,

UMass Dartmouth

 

A. Scholz

PI is finalizing the report and scheduling a TAC meeting to receive feedback. 5/31/17
13-1: Development of High Early-Strength Concrete for Accelerated Bridge Construction Closure Pour Connections Brena,

UMass Amherst

 

C. Bradley

TAC supports extension and budget increase and working with PI to finalize new testing plan. TBD

 

13-2: HMA Mixtures Containing Recycled Asphalt Shingles (RAS): Low Temperature and Fatigue Performance of Plant-Produced Mixtures Mogawer,

UMass Dartmouth

 

 

A. Scholz

PI continuing work and scheduling TAC meeting to provide interim updates. 12/1/17
13-3: Improved Regionalization of Quality Assurance (QA) Functions Dave,

UNH

 

C. Franco

PI revised final report based on TAC comments. Final report in NETC format expected by the end of the month. 4/2/17 (NCE)
14-1: Measuring the Effectiveness of Competency Models for Job Specific Professional Development of Engineers & Engineering Technicians Ahmadjian,

UMass Amherst

TAC approved no cost extension request. 12/31/17

(NCE request)

14-2: Investigation of Northern Long-Eared Bat Roosting Sites on Bridges Civjan,

UMass Amherst

 

D. Peabody

Expect final report at the end of May. PI presented results at International Conference on Ecology and Transportation in May. 5/31/17

(NCE)

14-4: Optimizing Future Work Zones in New England for Safety and Mobility Xie,

UMASS Lowell

 

C. Bradley

The PI researching motion simulators and eye tracking devices to improve simulation testing. Will request NCE this week. TAC has tentatively approved NCE. 7/5/17
15-1: Use of Forested Habitat Adjacent to Highways by Northern Long Ear Bats Foster, UNH

 

 

D. Peabody

Kickoff meeting is being scheduled for May or early June. 11/30/18
15-2: Using the New SHRP2 Naturalistic Driving Study Safety Databases to Examine Safety Concerns for Older Drivers Samuel,

UMass Amherst

 

D. Peabody

PI continuing work and no update to report. 12/31/18
15-3: Moisture Susceptibility Testing for Hot Mix Asphalt Pavements in New England Dave,

UNH

 

D. Peabody

PI continuing work and no update to report. 7/31/18
*Final Tech Transfer Items:  Currently these include the final report to the TAC; a “Fact Sheet” summary – NETC template; a presentation to the TAC and other interested DOT participants that is recorded by NETC and made available.

NETC Fund Balance Update

  • All previous fund transfers have been completed
  • FY2016 Fund Balance Transfers – 0.00
  • FY2017 Fund Balance Transfers – Decision deferred, but budgeted by each state
  • NETC Unallocated Balance as of 5/19/2017 – $121,990.32

NETC “Pre-TAC” Discussion of Research Topics

  • Implement recommendations on Effective Establishment of Native Plants on Roadsides
    • Recommends funding research to test two plots in each state
    • Recommends test plots for at least two growing seasons – through 2019
    • State DOTs and local organizations will have to work to identify “workhorse species” and support a market for these seeds
    • Expect budget of $87,000 for this research
    • UConn and URI both have research expertise
  • Roundabout Quick Response
    • Working to schedule meeting time

New England Materials and Research Engineers Meeting

  • MassDOT materials lab in Hopkinton, MA on June 13, 2017
    • NEMREM finalizing agenda
  • NETC Advisory Committee approved sponsorship
  • NETC slot on the agenda to present relevant research and NETC Program Review and will take meeting notes on potential research topics
    • NETC Presentation: brief summary of all research with focus on 10-3 and 13-3; NETC processes and update from Program Review

NETC In-Person Retreat at NH DOT

  • Focus on Coordinator Statement of Work
  • Standard Operating Procedure
  • Nate Kane, ME DOT to facilitate

Other Business

  • AV/CV Working Group Conference on June 20TH at NH DOT
  • NETC Program Review In-person meeting scheduled for June 27th 10:30am – 5:00pm
  • ME and VT attending 2017 National RAC and TRB State Representatives Meeting in Louisville, Kentucky in July 24-27
  • NETC Advisory Meeting Next Monthly Meeting – July 25th at 11am

Adjourn

Filed Under: Meetings

April 25, 2017 Advisory Committee Meeting

NETC ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETING

DATE:                       April 25, 2017

TIME:                        11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

LOCATION:              Conference Call 1-866-906-7447

                                  Participant Access Code 8626283

AGENDA ITEM

Call to Order

Open Projects

Project # and Title PI, University

AC Liaison

Update End Date
06-04: Preventive Maintenance and Timing of Applications Mogawer,

UMass Dartmouth

PI provided final report in NETC format and TAC is completing final review. Complete
13-1: Development of High Early-Strength Concrete for Accelerated Bridge Construction Closure Pour Connections Brena,

UMass Amherst

 

C. Bradley

PI and TAC meet to discuss need for extension and budget increase. The TAC has not yet finalized approval. TBD

 

13-3: Improved Regionalization of Quality Assurance (QA) Functions Dave,

UNH

 

C. Franco

PI revised final report based on TAC comments. Final report in NETC format expected by the end of the month. PI and TAC will work to identify pilot projects to use tool. 4/2/17 (NCE)
14-1: Measuring the Effectiveness of Competency Models for Job Specific Professional Development of Engineers & Engineering Technicians Ahmadjian,

UMass Amherst

PI requested NCE and TAC has not yet finalized approval for NCE. TBD (NCE requested)
14-2: Investigation of Northern Long-Eared Bat Roosting Sites on Bridges Civjan,

UMass Amherst

 

D. Peabody

PI provided draft report to TAC for review and edits. Expect final report at the end of May. PI will present results at International Conference on Ecology and Transportation in May. 5/31/17

(NCE)

14-4: Optimizing Future Work Zones in New England for Safety and Mobility Xie,

UMASS Lowell

 

C. Bradley

PI analyzed about 10 scenarios in VISSIM and virtual reality simulations. PI requested and received additional data from VTTI, but this has delayed data analysis. The PI will discuss an NCE at the next TAC meeting this Wednesday. 7/5/17
15-2: Using the New SHRP2 Naturalistic Driving Study Safety Databases to Examine Safety Concerns for Older Drivers Samuel,

UMass Amherst

 

D. Peabody

Held meeting to discuss data plan with TAC and FHWA colleagues to receive feedback. PI working with VTTI and Iowa State on data request. 12/31/18
15-3: Moisture Susceptibility Testing for Hot Mix Asphalt Pavements in New England Dave,

UNH

 

D. Peabody

PI has nearly completed the literature review. PI sent survey to identify current practices, experience with moisture damage and projects for 2017 construction season. 7/31/18
*Final Tech Transfer Items:  Currently these include the final report to the TAC; a “Fact Sheet” summary – NETC template; a presentation to the TAC and other interested DOT participants that is recorded by NETC and made available.

NETC “Pre-TAC” Discussion of Research Topics

  • New England roundabouts and Implement recommendations on Effective Establishment of Native Plants on Roadsides
    • Doodle poll to schedule meeting
    • TAC will review research goals, timelines, cost and potential researchers

New England Materials and Research Engineers Meeting

  • MassDOT materials lab in Hopkinton, MA on June 13, 2017
  • NETC Advisory Committee approved sponsorship and anticipated expenses are between $1,100 and $1,575
  • Who will be attending?
  • NETC slot on the agenda present relevant research and brainstorm needs

NETC New England Networks Inventory

  • Please return to Coordination Team

Other Business

  • NETC Program Review In-person meeting to be scheduled for June, most likely last week in June
  • NETC Advisory Meeting Next Monthly Meeting – May 23, 2017, 11 AM – 12 PM

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