| Title: |
Implementation and Evaluation of a Buried Cable Animal Detection System |
| Contact: |
Bridget M. Donaldson
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| Project No.: |
109863 |
| Target Date: |
05/31/2019 |
| Abstract: |
This project will assess the performance of a buried cable animal detection system (ADS) under real-world conditions. The ADS that will be evaluated is a buried dual-cable sensor that detects the presence of large- and medium-sized animals and provides data on their location along the length of the cable. The system is designed to mitigate animal-vehicle collisions by detecting animals along the roadside and communicating with a warning system (typically a changeable message sign) that alerts drivers of nearby wildlife. The ADS will be installed along a road in the Virginia Department of Transportation’s Salem District. The study will document the installation and calibration of the ADS; the procedures for and results of a performance evaluation; the evaluation of a driver warning system; and recommendations regarding how these features can be used to ensure adequate performance of the ADS for future installations. |
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