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Knowledge Discovery in Massive Transportation Datasets-Merging Information from Disparate Sources to Enhance Traffic Safety

FHWA-HRT-17-117.pdf (403.2 KB)

Publication Information

Publication Type:
Fact Sheet
Publication Number:
FHWA-HRT-17-117
Abstract:

This fact sheet provides information on the broad adoption of engineering and policy advances, including air bags, highway safety barriers, and distracted
driving laws, contributes to increased vehicle safety on our Nation’s roadways. Although the number of deaths and injuries from crashes decreased slightly
in 2017, the number of 2017 deaths is still at a level not seen since 2007 (National Safety Council 2017).

Publishing Date:
February 2018
Author(s):
Eigen, Ana Maria
Pol, James
FHWA Program(s):
Research
Exploratory Advanced Research
AMRP Program(s):
Exploratory Advanced Research
Subject Area:
Research