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Rehabilitation of Railway/Highway At-Grade Crossings: Recommendations and Guides
Malloy, B., J. Rose, and R. Souleyrette, “Rehabilitation of Railway/Highway At-Grade Crossings: Recommendations and Guides,” Transportation Research Record (TRR), Journal of the Transportation Research Board. No. 2545, 2016, pp. 100-114.
Operation Hands-Free Bus Tour
Summertime is when drivers hit the roads in droves. Families and friends are ticking off destinations from their bucket lists. The National Highway Safety Administration offers summer driving safety tips to keep travelers focused for long and short trips. One caution to be aware of is distracted driving.Distracted driving is estimated to occur every 31 […]
09/10/24: Free TTAP Training Webinar – Introduction to Traffic Signal Preemption and Priority
This webinar will provide an introduction into the use of preemption and priority for signalized intersections. They utilize similar technology but have significantly different applications and operations. Preemption interrupts normal signal operations to accommodate the activation of a nearby railroad crossing, the approach of an emergency vehicle, or the opening of a drawbridge. Priority temporarily […]
Annual Reports
Examining correlations between motorcyclist’s conspicuity, apparel related factors and injury severity score: Evidence from new motorcycle crash causation study
Wali B., A. Khattak, & N. Ahmed, Examining correlations between motorcyclist’s conspicuity, apparel related factors and injury severity score: Evidence from new motorcycle crash causation study, Accident Analysis & Prevention, 131, 2019, pp. 45-62
Examining correlations between motorcyclist’s conspicuity, apparel related factors and injury severity score: Evidence from new motorcycle crash causation study
Wali B., A. Khattak, & N. Ahmed, Examining correlations between motorcyclist’s conspicuity, apparel related factors and injury severity score: Evidence from new motorcycle crash causation study, Accident Analysis & Prevention, 131, 2019, pp. 45-62.
Examining correlations between motorcyclist’s conspicuity, apparel related factors and injury severity score: Evidence from new motorcycle crash causation study
Wali B., Khattak, A. J., & Ahmad, N. (2019). Examining correlations between motorcyclist’s conspicuity, apparel related factors and injury severity score: Evidence from new motorcycle crash causation study. Accident Analysis & Prevention, 131, 45-62.
Suitability of Earth and Granular Materials Pressure Cells for Measuring Railway Trackbed Tie/Ballast Interfacial Pressures
Rose, JG, Purcell, ML, Liu, Qinglie, “Suitability of Earth and Granular Materials Pressure Cells for Measuring Railway Trackbed Tie/Ballast Interfacial Pressures”, Proceedings of the 2016 Joint Rail Conference, Paper JRC 2016-5735, Columbia, SC, April 2016, 8 pages.
Graduate Research Assistants
09/24/24: Free TTAP Training Webinar – Road Safety Champions – Reading the Roadway
This two-hour training will teach participants how to “read the road”; as well as the importance of doing so in daily activities. It will use real world examples on different roadway components to demonstrate how participants may be able to uncover potential safety issues during their routine activities. It will also discuss how the road […]
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Mobility Research at UTK Transportation Solutions to Move Your World The Center for Transportation Research (CTR) has been a nationally and internationally recognized research entity at The University of Tennessee since 1972. Today, CTR has over $10M in sponsored programs, providing increased opportunities for students and researchers. Considering the breadth of our transportation system, the […]
10/17/24: Free TTAP Training Webinar – Road Safety Champions – Overview of the MUTCD
This module is an introduction and overview of the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD). The MUTCD defines the standards by which traffic signs, road surface markings, and signals are designed, installed, and used on all public streets, highways, bikeways, and private roads open to public traffic. This module will help participants become aware […]
Examining the role of pre-crash driving volatility in contributing to crash intensity
Arvin R., M. Kamrani, & A. Khattak, Examining the role of pre-crash driving volatility in contributing to crash intensity, Accident Analysis and Prevention, 132, 2019, 105226.
11/12/24: Free TTAP Training Webinar – Road Safety Champions – Safety Analysis Process
The safety analysis process, as part of the FHWA Safety Toolkit, is a systematic process for identifying the factors that can contribute to crashes and implementing effective countermeasures. It is a best practice method that is flexible and can be used to fit your needs. This two-hour training will cover the safety analysis process and […]
Modeling the Risk of Wrong-Way Driving on Freeways and Toll Roads
Modeling the Risk of Wrong-Way Driving on Freeways and Toll Roads. Authors: John H. Rogers P.E., Haitham Al-Deek, Ph.D., P.E., Ahmad Alomari, Nizam Uliin, Ph.D., Eric Gordin, and Grady Carrick, Ph.D., accepted for publication in the Transportation Research Record: Journal of the Transportation Research Board, February 2016.
Teen Driving Safety Program
#GetConvinced Teen Driver Safety Program HERE ARE THE FACTS: During the most recent year CTR’s #GetConvinced Program participated in 11 events reaching 1058 teens and 400 children/adults with their highway safety messages. Since its inception the GetConvinced program has participated in 108 events including 17 different high schools in 9 East TN counties, 3 private […]
A Cooperative Freeway Merge Assistance System using Connected Vehicles
Ahmed M., M. Hoque, J. Rios-Torres, & A. Khattak, A Cooperative Freeway Merge Assistance System using Connected Vehicles, 18-05614, Presented at Transportation Research Board annual meeting, National Academies, Washington, D.C., 2018.
A Cooperative Freeway Merge Assistance System using Connected Vehicles
Ahmed M., M. Hoque, J. Rios-Torres, & A. Khattak, A Cooperative Freeway Merge Assistance System using Connected Vehicles, 18-05614, Presented at Transportation Research Board annual meeting, National Academies, Washington, D.C., 2018.
10/24/24: TTAP Online Workshop – Preemption of Traffic Signals near Railroad Grade Crossings
This workshop will familiarize participants with the basics of the preemption of traffic signals at an intersection adjacent to a railroad grade crossing. The course will include a basic overview of the preemption process, two case studies, a description of the infrastructure requirements, a review of preemption strategies, and the development of preemption timing parameters. […]
Undergraduate Research Assistants
Undergraduate Research Assistants Jaden Chin Samuel Steiger Jonah Van Kampen Samuel Barbour Evelyn Saunders Crispin Martin Asma Itmaizah Lydia Pierce Chris Lee Maura O’Driscoll Chloe Caruso Alexander Perry Stuart Spaugh Katherine Ermer
Impact of Vehicle-to-Vehicle Communication Reliability on Safety Applications: An Experimental Study
Hoque A., M. Ahmed, J. Rios-Torres, A. Khattak, & R. Arvin, Impact of Vehicle-to-Vehicle Communication Reliability on Safety Applications: An Experimental Study, 18-05532, Presented at Transportation Research Board annual meeting, National Academies, Washington, D.C., 2018.
A comparative study of driving performance in metropolitan regions using large-scale vehicle trajectory data
Liu, J., A. Khattak, and X. Wang, A comparative study of driving performance in metropolitan regions using large-scale vehicle trajectory data: Implications for sustainable cities. International Journal of Sustainable Transportation, 2017. 11(3): p. 170-185.
A comparative study of passenger satisfaction with Bus Rapid Transit with and without awareness of travel information
A comparative study of passenger satisfaction with Bus Rapid Transit with and without awareness of travel information – 16-2895, Dan Wan, Camille Kamga, Jun Liu, Aaron Sugiura, Eric Beaton.
A Comparative Study of Rail-Pedestrian Trespassing Crash Injury Severity between Highway-Rail Grade Crossings and Non-Crossings
Zhang M., Khattak, A.J., Liu, J., and Clarke, D.B., “A Comparative Study of Rail-Pedestrian Trespassing Crash Injury Severity between Highway-Rail Grade Crossings and Non-Crossings,” Accident Analysis & Prevention, 117, 2018, pp. 427-438.
Empirical Study of the Evaluation of Travel Speed Data Accuracy
Empirical Study of the Evaluation of Travel Speed Data Accuracy – 16-6786, Stephanie Hargrove, Hyeonsup Lim, Philip Freeze, Lee Han.
Fellows
CTR Fellows The Center for Transportation Research has established itself as a go-to source for information, research, and expertise in all areas of transportation. In 2014, CTR established its Fellows program to recognize some of the people who have helped advance that work. The program’s purpose is to recognize and improve collaboration among faculty across […]
Transportation Policy & Finance
Transportation Policy & Finance How Does CTR Inform Transportation Policy? Whether it is a neighborhood’s search for safe routes to school, the development of federal funding for Interstate highways, or a state’s encouragement of intermodal freight alternatives, nearly every level of government must form, fund, and implement transportation policies. Understanding this need, CTR’s transportation professionals […]
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Effects of smartphone augmented reality games on travel behavior and safety; a study of Pokémon GO
Azad, M., L. Han, C. Cherry (2019) Effects of smartphone augmented reality games on travel behavior and safety; a study of Pokémon GO. Active Living Research Conference, Charlston SC. February 17-19, 2019.
Are Education and Enforcement Strategies Effective in Increasing Night-Time Seat Belt Use? Evidence from a Large-Scale Before-After Observational Study
Boakye K., A. Khattak, B. Wali, S. Nambisan, Are Education and Enforcement Strategies Effective in Increasing Night-Time Seat Belt Use? Evidence from a Large-Scale Before-After Observational Study, 18-06451, Presented at Transportation Research Board annual meeting, National Academies, Washington, D.C., 2018.
Assessment of pedestrian-vehicle conflicts with different potential risk factors at midblock crossings: A driving simulator study
Wu, J., Radwan, E. and Abou-Senna, H. Assessment of pedestrian-vehicle conflicts with different potential risk factors at midblock crossings: A driving simulator study Transportation Research Board 96th Annual Meeting.
Assessment of pedestrian-vehicle conflicts with different potential risk factors at midblock crossings: A driving simulator study
Wu, J., Radwan, E., Abou-Senna, H. Assessment of pedestrian-vehicle conflicts with different potential risk factors at midblock crossings: A driving simulator study Transportation Research Board 96th Annual Meeting.
Faculty Spotlight
Transportation is a cornerstone of modern civilization, from global travel for international business meetings to local travel for essential needs like food or medical care. The University of Tennessee, with its esteemed faculty, is at the forefront of improving mobility through research and innovation. Our affiliated faculty, working in collaboration with the Center for Transportation […]
Impacts of HOV Violations: Simulation-Based Study in Tennessee
Impacts of HOV Violations: Simulation-Based Study in Tennessee – 16-0398, JJ Yang, Lee Han, Stephanie Hargrove.
Walking while under the influence of alcohol: A case study of pedestrian safety in Tennessee
Hezaveh A.M., C. Cherry (2018) Walking while under the influence of alcohol: A case study of pedestrian safety in Tennessee. Accident Analysis and Prevention. 121, pg. 64-70
Signal phase timing impact on traffic delay and queue length-a intersection case study
Xiaobing, Li, Khattak A.J., & Kohls, A.G. (2016). Signal phase timing impact on traffic delay and queue length-a intersection case study. Winter Simulation Conference. DOI:10.1109/WSC.2016.7822418.
Underreporting, Crash Severity, and Fault Assignment of Minor Crashes in China—A Study Based on Self-Reported Surveys
Yang H., C. Cherry, F. Su, Z. Ling, Z. Pannell, Y. Li, Z. Fu (2018) Underreporting, Crash Severity, and Fault Assignment of Minor Crashes in China—A Study Based on Self-Reported Surveys. International Journal of Injury Control and Safety Promotion. DOI: 10.1080/17457300.2018.1476382.
Heavier vehicles on U.S. roadways putting strain on guardrails during crashes, study finds
A new study has highlighted a concerning safety issue. As the vehicles on the roadways in the United States have gotten heavier, the guardrails are not functioning as well when there is a crash. NBC News’ Kathy Park has more on what researchers found. Watch the video here.
Robocars promise to improve traffic even when most of the cars around them are driven by people, study finds
Robotic vehicles can optimize the flow of traffic in cities even when mixed in with vehicles driven by humans, thereby improving traffic efficiency, safety and energy consumption, my colleagues and I found. Robot vehicles are no longer a sci-fi concept: Cities around the world have been testing autonomous robotaxis since 2016. With the increasing presence of robot vehicles in […]
Four Future Mobility Institute Cluster Faculty Hired
The Institute for Future Mobility (FMI) has hired researchers to fill four of six cluster positions. The four researchers will form a collaborative community cluster led by Professor Kevin Heaslip, the Center for Transportation Research Director. Professor Heaslip: “These new hires will complement the faculty who are already part of the University of Tennessee Knoxville […]
Inland Waterways Research
Inland Waterways Research America’s inland waterways are among our oldest and most reliable means of moving both people and freight. Even today, the more than 10,000 miles of navigable waterways safely and affordably accommodate roughly 560 million tons of freight annually. Because the waterways that support navigation are also controlled generate electricity, prevent flooding, supply […]
Powering the Future for Mobility
Longer-lasting batteries and lighter-weight vehicles. Wireless charging stations and sustainable materials. More efficient supply chains and more effective public policy. UT researchers are at the forefront of the technology and societal forces that are revolutionizing transportation here in the United States and around the world. By bringing together the university’s deep bench of expertise, the […]
Railroad Education & Training
Railroad Education & Training The University of Tennessee Center for Transportation Research has provided education and training to the railroad industry for over 30 years. The list below describes courses currently offered. CTR will develop and present customized courses to address client needs. Schedule and registration Course Descriptions Contact Railroad Education & TrainingDr. David B. Clarke, dclarke@utk.edu or Dr. […]
09/05/24: TTAP Training – Flagger Certification
This course provides guidance and training for field personnel; such as maintenance crews and utility crews in the planning, selection, application, and operation of flagging procedures as they apply to short-term work zones. The course material was developed with regards to typical short-term maintenance and utility activities. The training covers the applicable standards for work […]
2019 Letter from the former Director
I am proud to present this report of the Center for Transportation Research’s accomplishments and achievements for 2017–2019. We have made great strides in continuing education, research, and technology transfer this year, as evidenced by the number of publications and presentations by faculty and staff and the continuing relationships with our research sponsors and partners. While all our accomplishments are worthy of note, I would like to highlight a few here.
Freight-Related Analytics
Freight-Related Analytics When done well, freight is nearly invisible. The goal is to move goods cleanly, cheaply, safely, and unobtrusively, posing as little interruption as possible to the communities freight passes through. Improving freight mobility is an immense challenge in this era of increasing population densities, congested transportation networks, and necessary environmental standards. Like many […]
EVs are heavier than gas cars, but are they harder on roads?
Alberta wants EV owners to pull their own weight when it comes to paying for road maintenance – but battery-electric passenger vehicles, while considerably heavier than their gas-powered counterparts, are far from the heaviest vehicles on the road, experts said. “For pavement, the biggest cause of damage is large transport trucks,” Kevin Heaslip, director of […]
Peer Reviewed Conference Proceedings
Peer Review Conference Proceedings
Congratulating Nine Newly Certified TATE Recipients
The Tennessee Transportation Assistance Program (TTAP) offers training courses and workshops to engineers, planners, designers, technicians, and other transportationpersonnel. While all the courses and workshops offered by TTAP are valuable resources for personal and professional development, a select few of these opportunities can lead to the Tennessee Academy of Transportation Engineering (TATE) certification. This certification, […]
Dedicated Short Range Communication DSRC-based rear-end collision warning system—An error-component safety distance model and field test
Zhao X., S. Jing, F. Hui, R. Liu, & A. Khattak, Dedicated Short Range Communication DSRC-based rear-end collision warning system– An error-component safety distance model and field test, Transportation Research Part C: Emerging Technologies, Volume 107, 2019, pp. 92-104.
600 miles on a single charge? How Tennessee could shape the future of electric vehicles
Electric vehicles, now the choice for the environmentally minded, could be become the standard for everyone if Tennessee succeeds in an ambitious goal to engineer fast-charging alternatives to fossil fuel-burning vehicles that spew 27% of America’s greenhouse gases. The University of Tennessee at Knoxville is at the helm of a statewide coalition leveraging expertise in […]
5/20-6/2/24: Click It or Ticket Seatbelt Enforcement
As summer kicks off and families hit the road for vacation, the Center for Transportation Research is partnering with the Tennessee Highway Safety Office (THSO) to remind motorists to Click It or Ticket. From May 20 through June 2, participating agencies across the state will increase seat belt enforcement as part of the National Highway […]
Labs
Labs and Equipment Driving Simulator Lab Real world driving research can be dangerous, and repeatable experiments are difficult to conduct—all why we use a driving simulator. The RS-600 model is a fully integrated, high-performance, high-fidelity driving simulation system for use in ground vehicle research, training, and assessment. The RS-600 hardware is combined with the industry’s […]
Bridge collapses, road repairs, evacuations: How transportation agencies plan for large-scale traffic disruptions
Twelve days after a portion of Interstate 95 collapsed in north Philadelphia during a truck fire, officials opened a temporary six-lane roadway to serve motorists while a permanent overpass is rebuilt. This was a major success after the June 11, 2023, disaster was predicted to snarl traffic for months. U.S. cities often face similar challenges […]
09/24/24: Maryville National Night Out
CTR’s Teen Safe Driving Program, #GetConvinced, will be bringing their activities and demonstrations to Maryville’s National Night Out community event on the 24th of September. Feel free to bring the whole family to enjoy this free community event and watch our teen program at work. Time: 6-8PM Location: Amphitheater Park in Maryville – 325 Court […]
2023 Letter from the Director
Dear Stakeholders and Partners, I am thrilled to share with you exciting news about the remarkable growth and achievements of the Center for Transportation Research. With great pride and enthusiasm, I convey our center’s tremendous progress and impact in the last year. The center has undergone a remarkable transformation and expansion, and I am delighted […]
UT Commits $50 Million to Transdisciplinary Cluster Hires
The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, is committing $50 million over the next five years to recruit 44 top-tier research faculty members across multiple disciplines to address some of the most pressing and complex challenges of our time. It is the largest faculty hiring initiative in recent UT history.
Impact of Vehicle-to-Vehicle Communication Reliability on Safety Applications
Hoque A., M. Ahmed, J. Rios-Torres, A. Khattak, & R. Arvin, Impact of Vehicle-to-Vehicle Communication Reliability on Safety Applications: An Experimental Study, 18-05532, Presented at Transportation Research Board annual meeting, National Academies, Washington, D.C., 2018.
09/28/24: Soddy Daisy Fall Festival
CTR’s Teen Safe Driving Program, #GetConvinced, will be bringing their activities and demonstrations to Soddy Daisy’s Fall Festival on the 28th of September. Feel free to bring the whole family to enjoy this free community event and watch our teen program at work.
10/01/24: Sevierville National Night Out
CTR’s Teen Safe Driving Program, #GetConvinced, will be bringing their activities and demonstrations to Sevierville’s National Night Out on the 1st of October. Feel free to bring the whole family to enjoy this free community event and watch our teen program at work. Time: 6-8PM Location: 120 Gary Wade Blvd, Sevierville, TN 37862
Paid ‘choice lanes’ could be built on Tennessee interstates. Here’s what that means
Traffic is a nightmare no matter where you go and now Tennessee lawmakers want to help alleviate some of the stress that comes with commuting. A bill called the Transportation Modernization Act passed the state senate and is now headed to the House. The bill includes “choice lanes” which are lanes designed to reduce traffic […]
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Transportation Solutions to Move Your World The Center for Transportation Research (CTR) has been a nationally and internationally recognized research entity at The University of Tennessee since 1972. Today, CTR has over $10M in sponsored programs, providing increased opportunities for students and researchers. Considering the breadth of our transportation system, the quality of newly graduated […]
People, partnerships and place: UT’s committed to drive the innovation economy | Opinion
Tennessee is poised to become the next great hub of American innovation. Home to one of the most prominent national labs, multiple top-tier research universities, a growing workforce and enviable geography, the Volunteer State is positioned to drive innovation that will change the world. At the University of Tennessee at Knoxville, we are ready to help […]
Temperature-induced curl behavior of prestressed concrete and its effect on railroad crossties
Wolf, H.E., Y. Qian, J.R. Edwards, M.S. Dersch and D.A. Lange. 2016. Temperature-induced curl behavior of prestressed concrete and its effect on railroad crossties. Construction and Building Materials. 115 (2016) 319–326.
Shortage of commercial vehicle parking and truck related interstate ramp crashes in Tennessee
Boggs A., A.M. Hezaveh, C. Cherry (2019) Shortage of commercial vehicle parking and truck related interstate ramp crashes in Tennessee. Transportation Research Record, Journal of the Transportation Research Board. https://doi.org/10.1177/0361198119849586
Motlow State Community college is developing future electric vehicle technology workers
Transportation electrification is Tennessee’s future. Major automotive manufacturers are pivoting toward electric vehicles (EVs), battery suppliers are opening or ramping up operations in the Southeast — now seen as the nation’s “battery belt” — and Tennesseans are benefitting from high-paying green jobs. Put simply, electrification offers endless opportunities for economic and community development in our […]
In-Track Crosstie/Ballast Interfacial Pressure Measurements and Comparisons with Wild Measurements
Watts, T.J., Rose, J.G., Clarke, D.B., and Russell, E., “In-Track Crosstie/Ballast Interfacial Pressure Measurements and Comparisons with Wild Measurements,” 98th Transportation Research Board (TRB) Annual Meeting, Washington, D.C., January 13-17, 2019.
Railway Engineering Education Symposium: Evolving to Rebuild a Growing Rail Academic Community
Lautala P., Dick T., Railway Engineering Education Symposium: Evolving to Rebuild a Growing Rail Academic Community, Transportation Research Board 96th Annual Meeting of the National Academies, Washington, DC
The Convergence of Smartphone Apps, Behavioral Economics, and Competition to Increase Cycling
Weber J., W. Riggs, C. Cherry, M. Azad (2018) The Convergence of Smartphone Apps, Behavioral Economics, and Competition to Increase Cycling. Transportation Research Part F: Psychology and Behavior. 56 pg 333-343.
Comprehensive cost of traffic crashes at a zonal level
Hezaveh, A.M., C. Cherry (2018) Comprehensive cost of traffic crashes at a zonal level. 98th Annual Meeting of the Transportation Research Board, Washington D.C. January 7-11, 2018.
The convergence of smartphone apps and competition to increase cycling
Weber, J., M. Azad, W. Riggs, C. Cherry (2018) The convergence of smartphone apps and competition to increase cycling. 97th Annual Meeting of the Transportation Research Board. Washington D.C. January 7-11, 2018.
The Convergence of Smartphone Apps and Competition to Increase Cycling
Weber, J., Azad, M., Riggs, W., and Cherry, C., The Convergence of Smartphone Apps and Competition to Increase Cycling, 18-02631, presented at Transportation Research Board annual meeting, National Academies, Washington, D.C., 2018.
Driver impairment detection and safety enhancement through comprehensive volatility analysis
Driver impairment detection and safety enhancement through comprehensive volatility analysis. Arvin, R., & Khattak, A. J. “Driving impairments and Duration of distractions: Assessing Crash Risk by Harnessing Microscopic Naturalistic Driving Data”. Under review in Transportation Research Board 99th Annual Meeting 2020.
4/20/24: Be My Neighbor Day Chattanooga
WTIC PBS hosted a free, family-friendly community celebration in Chattanooga sponsored by BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee. “Be My Neighbor Day” included appearances from popular PBS kids stars Daniel Tiger and Molly of Denali, as well as a petting zoo and a real, working trolley for children to explore. Kevin Hager, Operations Administrator for the Tennessee […]
Competitive Challenges for the Major Freight Rail Systems in the United States
Clarke, D.B., “Competitive Challenges for the Major Freight Rail Systems in the United States”, International Conference on Transportation & Development 2019, American Society of Civil Engineers, Alexandria, VA, June 12, 2019.
Exploring Multiple Eco-routing Guidance Strategies in a Commuting Corridor
Exploring Multiple Eco-routing Guidance Strategies in a Commuting Corridor – 16-0033, Jorge Bandeira, Paulo Fernandes, Tania Fontes, Sergio Pereira, Asad Khattak, Margarida Coelho.
Completing the Picture of Traffic Injuries: Understanding Data Needs and Opportunities for Road Safety
Cherry, C., A.M. Hezaveh, M. Noltenius, A. Khattak. L. Merlin, E. Dumbaugh, D. Ragland, L. Sandt. (2018) Completing the Picture of Traffic Injuries: Understanding Data Needs and Opportunities for Road Safety. Collaborative Science Center for Road Safety. April 30, 2018.
A geographically weighted regression to estimate the comprehensive cost of traffic crashes at a zonal level
Hezaveh A. M., Arvin, R., & Cherry, C. R. (2019). “A geographically weighted regression to estimate the comprehensive cost of traffic crashes at a zonal level”. Accident Analysis & Prevention, 131, 15-24.
Material Inventory of a Commercially-used Shared Electric Kick Scooters
Wen, Y., Cherry, C., Darling, W., Shah, N. (2019). Material Inventory of a Commercially-used Shared Electric Kick Scooters: A Key Step towards the Understanding of the Overall Environmental Footprint of Shared Micro-mobility Devices. LCA XIX Conference. September 23-25, 2019. Tucson, Arizona.
Infrastructure Challenges for designing Roads for small Wheel Transportation such as Electric Scooters: A Complete Streets Perspective
Wen, Y., Shah, N., Cherry, C. (2019). Infrastructure Challenges for designing Roads for small Wheel Transportation such as Electric Scooters: A Complete Streets Perspective. International Cycling Safety Conference. November 18-20, 2019. Brisbane, Queensland, Australia.
Shortage of Commercial Vehicle Parking Influence on Interstate Ramp Crashes in Tennessee
Boggs, A. Shortage of Commercial Vehicle Parking Influence on Interstate Ramp Crashes in Tennessee, Presentation at the TSITE Summer Meeting held July 29-31 in Gatlinburg, TN.
Gray Areas in Isolated Intersection Control Type Selection: A Complementary Decision Support Tool
Bae B., Gray Areas in Isolated Intersection Control Type Selection: A Complementary Decision Support Tool, Presentation at the TSITE Summer Meeting held July 29-31 2023 in Gatlinburg, TN.
Material Inventory of a Commercially-used Shared Electric Kick Scooters
Wen, Y., Cherry, C., Darling, W., Shah, N. (2019). Material Inventory of a Commercially-used Shared Electric Kick Scooters: A Key Step towards the Understanding of the Overall Environmental Footprint of Shared Micro-mobility Devices. LCA XIX Conference. September 23-25, 2019. Tucson, Arizona.
Infrastructure Challenges for designing Roads for small Wheel Transportation such as Electric Scooters: A Complete Streets Perspective
Wen, Y., Shah, N., Cherry, C. (2019). Infrastructure Challenges for designing Roads for small Wheel Transportation such as Electric Scooters: A Complete Streets Perspective. International Cycling Safety Conference. November 18-20, 2019. Brisbane, Queensland, Australia.
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From Bike Lanes to Freight Trains, CA Secretary of Transportation Toks Omishakin (’22) Thinks in Connections
In February of 2022, as the country was still recovering from the supply chain shocks of the Covid-19 pandemic, California Governor Gavin Newsom appointed Toks Omishakin as the state’s fourth Secretary of Transportation. That May, Omishakin helped strike down a decades-old plan to widen the 710 Freeway, one of the country’s busiest freight corridors—and defended […]
Programs and Centers
Programs Transportation Planning CTR gives technical assistance and training in transportation planning for the TDOT Long Range Planning Division’s Office of Community Transportation. Learn more Teen Driving Safety Program CTR’s Teen Driving Safety Program has participated in 85 events since its inception in 2015. This program has connected with well over 7,000 high school students. […]
Congratulations CTR Graduates!
Six CTR staff members completed their undergraduate and Ph.D. programs in the second quarter of 2024. Sarah La Fetra, Joseph Dunbar, Sophia Jodoin, and Elizabeth Duty graduated this spring! All four will continue their work at CTR this summer before moving on. Sarah hopes to get a permanent position in her field Joe will attend […]
Advanced Mobility Innovation Lab
Bringing Transportation Engineering Skills to Children in Rural and Underserved Communities The Advanced Mobility Innovation Lab (AMIL) program is dedicated to advancing STEM education and fostering innovation. Our mission is to create enhanced educational opportunities for rural/urban core students through hands-on learning and exposure to cutting-edge transportation technologies. By creating and implementing the AMIL program, […]
Bai leads $5M Grant from DOE-VTO to Produce Smaller, More Efficient Motor Drive Systems for Electric Vehicles
Kevin Bai, associate professor in the Min H. Kao Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (EECS), shares a principle-investigator role in a collaboration with the ABB Group’s US Research Center to develop an integrated, compact drive inverter and motor for electric vehicles that would reduce both the size and cost of electric drive trains. Bai’s proposed […]
UT to lead $10M University Transportation Center
The U.S. Department of Transportation (US DOT) has announced that the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, will lead a multi-institutional University Transportation Center (UTC) designed to improve the mobility of people and goods across the country.
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Transportation Solutions to Move Your World The Center for Transportation Research (CTR) has been a nationally and internationally recognized research entity at The University of Tennessee since 1972. Today, CTR has over $10M in sponsored programs, providing increased opportunities for students and researchers. Considering the breadth of our transportation system, the quality of newly graduated […]
Technical Reports
Technical Reports
Macro-Level Classification Yard Capacity Modeling. Transportation Research Record
Zhang Licheng, Jin M., Ye, Z., Li., H. Clarke, D. B., & Wang Y. (2017). Macro-Level Classification Yard Capacity Modeling. Transportation Research Record (TRR) Journal of the Transportation Research Board (in press).
Are Education and Enforcement Strategies Effective in Increasing Night-Time Seat Belt Use?
Boakye K., A. Khattak, B. Wali, S. Nambisan, Are Education and Enforcement Strategies Effective in Increasing Night-Time Seat Belt Use? Evidence from a Large-Scale Before-After Observational Study, 18-06451, Presented at Transportation Research Board annual meeting, National Academies, Washington, D.C., 2018.