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Predicting the future: New protocol reveals impact of aging on asphalt pavements

Every day, the number of Illinois roads in need of repair increases. Illinois Department of Transportation is shifting gears to keep up with the demands by prioritizing road maintenance.

Walk the line: Traffic devices increasing pedestrian safety

Let’s face it, crossing the street at marked crosswalks can be a hassle. When it comes to getting across quickly, pedestrians often resort to making up their own rules.

Ahead of the curve: Reducing girder rotation and increasing bridge life span

Illinois has the third-largest number of bridges in the U.S., according to the American Road and Transportation Builders Association, which makes it important to offset upkeep costs by building longer-lasting bridges.

Work smarter, not harder: New technology takes flight

Runways may rank last on your list of considerations when purchasing plane tickets, but have you ever considered how much their maintenance affects your wallet?

There’s an app for that: Mobile apps improving rural roads

Rural roads are more than just scenic routes. In fact, unpaved roads make up 58 percent of the state’s total road mileage, according to the 2015 Illinois Highways and Street Mileage Statistics.

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  • 2019 AFP00 Section Best Paper Award
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