New NHTSA Safety Standards Bring Pedestrian Safety to the Forefront
Across the United States, pedestrian safety continues to be a critical issue. Nearly 7,500 pedestrians died in vehicle-related crashes in 2023, a number that has almost doubled over the past decade. As a result, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has made a concerted effort to advance pedestrian safety on America’s roads over the past […]
The Devastating Impact of Climate Change on Aging Infrastructure—and How Technology Can Help
As U.S. road and transportation infrastructure ages, new challenges are causing transportation agencies and other stakeholders to find solutions quickly. The extreme heat of the 2024 summer was only the latest example of climate change wreaking havoc on a system strained by age. As we continue moving into environments where heat, weather events like hurricanes, […]
What Elements Can Make a Road Safe?
Road safety has to be among the top priorities for any municipality or transportation agency. After all, it can lead to thousands of deaths and billions in damages every year. Some road hazards, of course, are impossible to avoid. Driver-caused accidents and dangerous weather conditions are likely out of your control. Other causes, though, are […]
The Hidden Costs of Failing to Maintain Pavement and Other Road Infrastructure
No matter your jurisdiction, maintaining adequate pavement conditions is among the most arduous tasks. Weather events and simple wear and tear can lead to deterioration resulting in potholes, creating inconveniences and annoyances for drivers and the transportation agencies responsible for maintaining the roads. But these inadequate pavement conditions are more than just annoying. Worse, they […]
City of Fort Worth Partners with Blyncsy on Phase One of Automated, AI-Powered Asset Inventory
SALT LAKE CITY, UT– Blyncsy, Inc., a Bentley company, today announced that it has partnered with the City of Fort Worth Texas, in conjunction with an ongoing partnership with the North Central Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG), to automate the city’s asset management inspection process in the first of four phases. Blyncsy leverages the power […]
Blyncsy To Release Map Of U.S. 35+ MPH Roadway System Featuring FHWA Retroreflectivity Minimum Standards
May 7, 2024 Salt Lake City, Utah – Blyncsy, a Bentley Systems company, has released a public map of United States public roads rated at 35 miles per hour and faster, along with paint retroreflectivity scores for roads within all 50 state capitals. This new tool is available to support all state and local departments […]
California’s new AI initiative opens the door for mass adoption for transportation infrastructure management
California Governor Gavin Newsom’s recent executive order signals California’s bold step towards embracing artificial intelligence as a transformative tool in state governance. Recognizing the state’s position as a global leader in AI innovation, Newsom’s directive underscores both the promise and potential risks associated with AI technology. With California at the forefront of generative AI advancements, […]
