Driver Characteristics at Signal-Controlled Intersections

Thomas F. Fugger; Jesse L. Wobrock; Bryan C. Randles; Anthony C. Stein; William C. Whiting

doi:10.4271/2001-01-0045

2001-03-05

Driver Characteristics at Signal-Controlled Intersections 2001-01-0045

Vehicle acceleration rates and driver perception/reaction times exist in the accident reconstruction literature. However, scant data are available characterizing drivers in “real-world” situations.

This study analyzes the perception/reaction times of drivers and initial acceleration rates of vehicles at signal-controlled intersections in “real-world” situations. Collection and assessment of these data facilitate evaluation of human factors characteristics and safety-related issues at these intersections.

The purpose of this paper is to employ a new methodology for obtaining and analyzing “real-world” driver data. These data were analyzed to determine perception/reaction time of drivers, from signal change to initial forward movement, and vehicle acceleration rates, from a stationary position.

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