题名: |
Detectable Warnings: Synthesis of U.S. and International Practice |
作者: |
Bentzen, B. L.; Barlow, J. M.; Tabor, L. S. |
关键词: |
Blind persons; Travel; Warning systems; Detectability; United States; Foreign countries; Design; Installation; Effectiveness; Curbs; Ramps; Intersections; Medians; History; Standards; Case studies; Recommendations |
摘要: |
This synthesis summarizes the state-of-the-art regarding the design, installation and effectiveness of detectable warning surfaces used in the U.S. and abroad. The need for a warning surface is documented. U.S. and international research on detectable warnings is reviewed and standards and guidelines for detectable warnings are presented. Use of detectable warnings in the U.S.and abroad is described, with illustrative case studies. Information is provided on U.S.detectable warning products and manufacturers. Jurisdictional recommendations for the use of truncated dome detectable warnings are summarized and illustrated. |
总页数: |
154p |
报告类型: |
科技报告 |