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Simulator Evaluation of Aesthetic Design Features in NorthConnex Road Tunnel: Study 1
This report documents the findings from a research study, which aimed to investigate driver behaviour and perceptions while driving through a simulated version of the Sydney NorthConnex (NCX) road tunnel and evaluate the effectiveness of aesthetic…
Validation of a Driving Simulator for Road Tunnel Research: Study 2
This report documents the findings from a research study which aimed to validate the use of a virtual reality (VR) driving simulator to study driving behaviour in a real road tunnel.
Update to Guide to Road Design: Intersections
This report summarises the activities undertaken as part of a project to provide contemporary intersection design guidance and achieve timely updates to Austroads Guide to Road Design Part 4, 4A, 4B and 4C based on best practice evidence to improve…
Use of Perceptual Countermeasure Treatments to Reduce Crash Risks in Tunnels
This report evaluates selected low-cost perceptual countermeasure (PCM) treatments in tunnel environments. PCM treatments are used to reduce crash risk by improving driver speed behaviour, alertness and lane discipline within tunnels. Two key…
Minor Amendments to the Austroads Guide to Road Design: Part 4, 4A, 4B, 4C
Road authorities, practitioners and other stakeholders have identified minor editorial issues within the Austroads Guide to Road Design (GRD) Parts 4, 4A, 4B and 4C that result in possible ambiguity or inconsistency within the Guides to Road Design…
Effectiveness and Implementation of Raised Safety Platforms
The purpose of this report is to provide clarity around the design and operation of raised safety platforms and deepen understanding of leading international practice across a range of applications and performance dimensions. A review of literature…
Improved Guidance on Interrupted Traffic Flow Theory
This report summarises activities undertaken to update guidance on interrupted traffic flow theory contained within Austroads Guide to Traffic Management Part 2 and Part 3. The updates to the guidance will enable practitioners to improve their…
Suggested Good Practice for Road Tunnel Emergency Egress Signage
This report provides guidance on consistent, efficient and safe design of emergency egress signage and operations in road tunnels. While there are Australian Standards relating to emergency egress signage, these were not originally intended for use…
Understanding and Improving Safe System Intersection Performance
Intersection crashes account for approximately 30% of severe injuries in Australia and New Zealand. This study sought to improve understanding of the key factors in intersection severe injury crashes, and to develop initiatives to improve the design…
Bicycle Safety at Roundabouts
This report investigates how the geometric design components of a roundabout may contribute to bicycle crashes.