WARNING DEVICES

Applications of Supplemental Warning Devices

T“e capability of roadways to safely and efficiently serve vehicular traffic depends to a large extent on the adequacy of traffic control devices. The majority of motorists drive in an orderly and safe manner, provided they are given reliable regulatory and warning information. Motorists, through training and experience, develop expectations of when and in what manner they will be provided info...

REDAlert+: Medical/Fire Emergency and Warning System using Android Devices

Each year, thousands of people in developing countries die due to delayed medical response. A common complaint is that emergency vehicles respond late and when they reach the hospital, precious time is lost in understanding the patient trauma before the doctors can get to work. A large number of deaths can be prevented if medical services can be provided to the victims in time, which can happen...

Groups urge warning label for medical devices containing toxic chemical.

Effect of Warning Devices on Curve Operating Speeds

Can Collision Warning Systems Mitigate Distraction Due to In-Vehicle Devices

Rear-end collisions account for approximately 28% of automotive crashes. Because driver inattention is a contributing factor in more than 60% of these collisions, rear-end collision avoidance systems (RECAS) offer a promising approach to reduce crashes and save lives. A RECAS is a device that uses electronic sensors (e.g. radar) to detect the motion of a lead vehicle, compute whether a collisio...