Highway-Rail Crossing Handbook

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Crossing Handbook · Chapter 6 — Special Topics. Full current text with cross-references on BuildSpec.

ITS ITS extends into applications that can be implemented at railroad crossings and within vehicles which will affect traffic signal preemption. Typically, trains have the ROW at crossings, and the crossings are managed to maximize safety of all users while minimizing delay to roadway traffic. This involves the coordination of railroad active safety devices with highway traffic signals, as well as the dissemination of crossing status information to aid in route planning. The advancement of ITS applications can enhance these capabilities for all parties involved. 166ITS National Architecture…

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