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The Long-Term Infrastructure Performance (LTIP) Programs include the Long-Term Pavement Performance (LTPP) Program and the Long-Term Bridge Performance (LTBP) Program. These programs, conducted in collaboration with the State department of transportation infrastructure owners,...
The Geotechnical and Hydraulics Research and Technology (R&T) Program provides a coordinated and cohesive approach to research, development, and technology activities to improve the geotechnical and hydraulic performance (safety, efficiency, durability, resiliency, and cost-effectiveness) of...
The FHWA Geotechnical Engineering Research Program is a key part of the overall Geotechnical and Hydraulics Research and Technology (R&T) Program which provides a coordinated and cohesive approach to research, development, and technology activities to improve the geotechnical and hydraulic...
The Construction and Project Management Research and Technology (R&T) Program is a coordinated and cohesive program of research, development, and technology activities focused on providing tools, technologies, and guidance; and supporting updated policies, to improve highway construction and...
Enhanced Mobility through Innovation, Leadership, and Public Service
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Leaders for National MobilityStewards for National Highway ProgramsInnovators for a Better FutureScope of FHWA Role...Objectives
Communicate big issues in highway researchName who conducts highway researchDescribe the FHWA Exploratory Advanced Research Program (EAR)Illustrate research partnerships lessonsAssess future opportunities in highway researchBig Research...Presentation At Open Cities 2010November 5, 2010, Washington, DC
Presentation ObjectivesKey Transportation Trends FHWA EAR Program Open research process Ideas and results Impact of Social Media on Transportation ResearchKey TrendsAging infrastructure Aging population...4th International Transportation Systems Performance Measurement Conference
FHWA's Exploratory Advanced Research (EAR) Program focuses on long–term, high–risk research with a high payoff potential. The program addresses underlying gaps faced by applied highway research programs,...