Project Reports

Developing a Portable Railroad Crossing Monitoring System Based on Artificial Intelligence and Image Processing Technology

Lead Principal Investigator – Yu Qian, University of South Carolina
Co-Principal Investigator(s) – Yuche Chen, and Dimitris Rizos, University of South Carolina;  Gurcan Comert, Benedict College
Sponsoring Organization – OST-R, University of South Carolina, Benedict College

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Transfer of Technologies for Performance Degradation Prediction and Channel Switching in Vehicular Networks under Harsh Weather Conditions and Integration with State-of-the-Art Products

Lead Principal Investigator – Chin-Tser Huang, University of South Carolina
Co-Principal Investigator(s) – Gurcan Comert, Esmail Abuhdima, and Abdulmajid Mrebit, Benedict College;  Pierluigi Pisu, Clemson University
Sponsoring Organization – OST-R, University of South Carolina, Clemson University, Benedict College

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Transfer of Unmanned Aircraft Systems Technology to SCDOT for Enhanced Bridge Inspections

Lead Principal Investigator – Joseph M. Burgett, Clemson University
Co-Principal Investigator(s) – Gurcan Comert, Benedict College
Sponsoring Organization – OST-R, Clemson University, Benedict College

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A Statistical and Machine Learning Approach to Assess Contextual Complexity of the Driving Environment Using Autonomous Vehicle Data

Lead Principal Investigator – Jennifer Ogle, Clemson University
Co-Principal Investigator(s) – Gurcan Comert,  and Vijay Bendigeri, Benedict College
Sponsoring Organization – OST-R, Clemson University, Benedict College

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Building Smarter Cities via Intelligent Asset Management: South Carolina Case Study using IBM Maximo Application

Lead Principal Investigator – Paul Ziehl, University of South Carolina 
Co-Principal Investigator(s) – Gurcan Comert, Benedict College, Nathan Huynh, University of South Carolina
Sponsoring Organization – OST-R, University of South Carolina, Benedict College

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Potential Reduction of Fatal Crashes in South Carolina due to Automated Vehicles

Lead Principal Investigator – Wayne Sarasua, Clemson University 
Co-Principal Investigator(s) – Dimitra Michalaka, William J. Davis and Kweku Brown, The Citadel; Pam Murray-Tuite and Jennifer Ogle, Clemson University
Sponsoring Organization – OST-R, Clemson University, The Citadel

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Real-Time Decentralized Framework for Technology-Enabled Intermodal Freight Transport

Lead Principal Investigator – Nathan Huynh, University of South Carolina 
Co-Principal Investigator(s) – William Ferrell, Clemson University; Bhavya Padmanabhan
Sponsoring Organization – OST-R, University of South Carolina, Clemson University

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Securing Deep Learning against Adversarial Attacks for Connected and Automated Vehicles

Lead Principal Investigator – Pierluigi Pisu, Clemson University 
Co-Principal Investigator(s) – Gurcan Comert and Negash Begashaw, Benedict College; Chuncheng Zhao
Sponsoring Organization – OST-R, Clemson University, Benedict College

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Cloud Based Collaborative Road Surface Monitoring using Deep Learning and Smartphones

Lead Principal Investigator – Yunyi Jia, Clemson University 
Co-Principal Investigator(s) – Gurcan Comert, Benedict College; Akshatha Ramesh, Dhananjay Nikam, Venkat Narayanan Balachandran, Longxiang Guo, Rongyao Wang, and Leo Hu
Sponsoring Organization – OST-R, Clemson University, Benedict College 

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Multimodal-AI based Roadway Hazard Identification and Warning using Onboard Smartphones with Cloud-based Fusion

Lead Principal Investigator – Yunyi Jia, Clemson University 
Co-Principal Investigator(s) – Gurcan Comert, Benedict College; Mayuresh Bhosale, Clemson University; Longxiang Guo; Leo Hu 
Sponsoring Organization – OST-R, Clemson University

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Data Fusion to Improve the Accuracy of Traffic Counts 

Lead Principal Investigator – Robert L. Mullen, The University of South Carolina
Co-Principal Investigator(s) – Nathan Huynh, The University of South Carolina; Gurcan Comert, Benedict College; Balaji Iyangar, Benedict College;
Sponsoring Organization – OST-R, The University of South Carolina, Clemson University 

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A Machine Learning-Assisted Framework for Determination of Performance Degradation Causes and Selection of Channel Switching Strategy in Vehicular Networks 

Lead Principal Investigator – Chin-Tser Huang, The University of South Carolina 
Co-Principal Investigator(s) – Gurcan Comert, Benedict College; Esmail Abuhdima, Benedict College; Pierluigi Pisu, Clemson University, Jian Liu, The University of South Carolina; Amirhossein Nazeri, Clemson University
Sponsoring Organization – OST-R, The University of South Carolina, Benedict College, Clemson University 

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Monitoring of Illegal Removal of Road Barricades using Intelligent Transportation Systems in Connected and Non-Connected Environments

Lead Principal Investigator – Judith L. Mwakalonge, South Carolina State University
Co-Principal Investigator(s) – Frank C. Ngeni, South Carolina State University; Gurcan Comert, Benedict College; Saidi Siuhi, South Carolina State University; Varghese Vaidyan, Dakota State University
Sponsoring Organization – OST-R, The University of South Carolina, Benedict College

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Digital Twins to Increase Mobility in Rural South Carolina

Lead Principal Investigator – Paul Ziehl, The University of South Carolina
Co-Principal Investigator(s) – Gurcan Comert, Benedict College; Mahmoud Bayat, The University of South Carolina
Sponsoring Organization – OST-R, The University of South Carolina, Benedict College

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Strategic Management of Limited Transportation Recourses to Support Mobility of Disadvantaged and Disabled Travelers during the COVID-19 Pandemic or Similar Situations

Lead Principal Investigator – Yu Qian, The University of South Carolina
Co-Principal Investigator(s) – Ye Liu, The University of South Carolina; Gurcan Comert, Benedict College; Negash Begashaw, Benedict College
Sponsoring Organization – OST-R, The University of South Carolina, Benedict College

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Safe and Efficient E-Wayfinding (SeeWay) Assistive Navigation for the Visually Impaired

Lead Principal Investigator – Bing Li, Clemson University
Co-Principal Investigator(s) – Gurcan Comert, Benedict College; Johnell Brooks, Clemson University; Aries Arditi, Visibility Metrics LLC
Sponsoring Organization – OST-R, Benedict College, Clemson University

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Modeling Impact of Weather Conditions on 5G Communication and Mitigation Measures on Control of Automated Intersections

Lead Principal Investigator – Gurcan Comert, Benedict College
Co-Principal Investigator(s) – Esmail Abuhdima, Benedict College; Chin Tser Huang, University of South Carolina; Pierluigi Pisu, Clemson University; Jian Liu, University of South Carolina; Chunheng Zhao, Clemson University
Sponsoring Organization – OST-R, Benedict College, University of South Carolina, Clemson University

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Vision-based Navigation of Autonomous Vehicle In Roadway Environments With Unexpected Hazards (Foundational Project)

Lead Principal Investigator – Mashrur Chowdhury, Clemson University
Co-Principal Investigator(s) – Mhafuzul Isam, Clemson University; Hongda Li, Clemson University; Hongzin Hu, Clemson University
Sponsoring Organization – OST-R, Clemson University

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Framework for Accommodating Emerging Autonomous Vehicles

Lead Principal Investigator – Burak Eksioglu, University of Arkansas
Co-Principal Investigator(s) – Matthias Josef Al Schmid, Clemson University; Nathan Huynh, University of South Carolina; Gurcan Comert, Benedict College; Dahui Liu, Clemson University
Sponsoring Organization – OST-R, University of South Carolina, Benedict College, Clemson University

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Evaluation of Before and After Measures to Curb Distracted Walking

Lead Principal Investigator – Judith Mwakalonge, South Carolina State University
Co-Principal Investigator(s) – Jae Hong, South Carolina State University; Gurcan Comert, Benedict College 
Sponsoring Organization – OST-R, South Carolina State University, Benedict College

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Unmanned Aircraft Systems Impact on Operational Efficiency and Connectivity

Lead Principal Investigator – Joseph M. Burgett, Clemson University
Co-Principal Investigator(s) – Dennis Bausman, Clemson University; Gurcan Comert, Benedict College
Sponsoring Organization – OST-R, SCDOT, Benedict College

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Enhanced DSRC Security

Lead Principal Investigator – Richard Brooks, Clemson University
Co-Principal Investigator(s) – Gurcan Comert, Benedict College
Sponsoring Organization – OST-R, Clemson University, Benedict College

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Attribution Theory and Collisions at Intersections

Lead Principal Investigator – Judith Mwakalonge, South Carolina State University
Co-Principal Investigator(s) – Gurcan Comert, Benedict College; Saidi Siuhi, South Carolina State University
Sponsoring Organization – OST-R, South Carolina State University, Benedict College

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Tool to Assess Effectiveness of Intermodal Facility Location and Carrier Collaboration

Lead Principal Investigator – Nathan Huyhn, University of South Carolina
Co-Principal Investigator(s) – William Ferrell, Clemosn University
Sponsoring Organization – OST-R, University of South Carolina, Clemson University

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Assessment of Autonomous Vehicle Sharing for Evacuation and Disaster Relief

Lead Principal Investigator – Pamela Murray – Tuite, Clemson University 
Co-Principal Investigator(s) – Nathan Huynh, Univerisity of South Carolina; Gurcan Comert, Benedict College
Sponsoring Organization – OST-R, Clemson University, University of South Carolina, Benedict College

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Detection of False Data Injection Attack in Connected Vehicles via Cloud-based Sandboxing Final

Lead Principal Investigator – Pierluigi Pisu, Clemson University (ICAR)
Co-Principal Investigator(s) – Gurcan Comert, Benedict College
Sponsoring Organization – OST-R, Clemson University, Benedict College

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Intelligent Camera Aided Railway Emergency System (i-CARES)

Lead Principal Investigator – Yu Qian, University of South Carolina
Co-Principal Investigator(s) – Yi Wang, University of South Carolina; Dimitris Rizos, University of South Carolina
Sponsoring Organization – OST-R, University of South Carolina

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Data-driven Multimodal Transportation Energy Consumption Prediction and Analysis Framework for Sustainable Transit and Transportation Planning

Lead Principal Investigator – Yuche Chen, University of South Carolina
Co-Principal Investigator(s) – Gurcan Comert, Benedict College; Nathan Huynh, University of South Carolina
Sponsoring Organization – OST-R, University of South Carolina, Benedict College

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Real – Time and Secure Analysis of Pedestrian Data for Connected Vehicles CVs

Lead Principal Investigator – Amy Apon, Clemson University
Co-Principal Investigator(s) – Gurcan Comert, Benedict College; Mashrur Chowdhury, Clemson University
Sponsoring Organization – OST-R, Benedict College, Clemson University

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Uncertainty Quantification of Cyber Attacks on Connected Vehicles and Infrastructure

Lead Principal Investigator – Jim Martin, Clemson University
Co-Principal Investigator(s) – Gurcan Comert, Benedict College
Sponsoring Organization – OST-R, Benedict College, Clemson University

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Assessment of Safety Benefits of Technologies to Reduce Pedestrian Crossing Fatalities at Midblock Locations

Lead Principal Investigator – Jennifer Ogle, Clemson University
Co-Principal Investigator(s) – Mashrur Chowdhury, Clemson University; Dimitra Michalaka, The Citadel; Kweku Brown, The Citadel; Judith Mwakalonge, SCSU
Sponsoring Organization – OST-R, Clemson University, SCSU, The Citadel

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Adaptive Signal Control Algorithms for Connected Vehicles

Lead Principal Investigator – Gurcan Comert, Benedict College
Co-Principal Investigator(s) – Mashrur Chowdhury, Clemson University
Sponsoring Organization – OST-R, Benedict College, Clemson University

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Active Traffic Monitoring through Camera Networks with Automatic Camera Calibration for Pan – Tilt – Zoom Cameras

Lead Principal Investigator – Wayne Sarasua, Clemson University
Co-Principal Investigator(s) – Kweku Brown, The Citadel; William J. Davis, The Citadel; Dimitra Michalaka, The Citadel
Sponsoring Organization – OST-R, Clemson University, The Citadel

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Impact of Transportation on Air Quality at Elementary and Middle Schools in South Carolina

Lead Principal Investigator – Gurcan Comert, Benedict College
Co-Principal Investigator(s) – Samuel Darko, Benedict College; Nathan Huynh, USC
Sponsoring Organization – OST-R, Benedict College, USC

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Infrastructure and Policy Needs for Personal Electric Mobility Devices in the Connected Vehicle World

Lead Principal Investigator – Judith Mwakalonge, South Carolina State University
Co-Principal Investigator(s) – Mashrur Chowdhury, Clemson University; Jae Dong Hong, SCSU
Sponsoring Organization – OST-R, Clemson University, SCSU

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Assessing the Experience of Providers and Users of Transportation Network Company Ridersharing Services

Lead Principal Investigator – Eric Morris, Clemson University
Co-Principal Investigator(s) – Mashrur Chowdhury, Clemson University; Sakib Khan, Clemson University; Judith Mwakalonge, SCSU
Sponsoring Organization – OST-R, Clemson University, SCSU

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Development of a Tool to Assess Effectiveness of Intermodal Facility Locations and Designs

Lead Principal Investigator – Nathan Huynh, University of South Carolina
Co-Principal Investigator(s) – William Ferrell, Clemson University
Sponsoring Organization – OST-R, USC, Clemson University

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Real Time Classification of Vehicle Types and Modes using Image Analysis and Data Fusion

Lead Principal Investigator – Robert Mullen, University of South Carolina
Co-Principal Investigator(s) – Nathan Huynh, University of South Carolina
Sponsoring Organization – OST-R, USC, Clemson University

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Railway Right of Way Monitoring and Early Warning System (RailMEWS) Based on Satellite and Aerial Imagery

Lead Principal Investigator – Dimitris Rizos, University of South Carolina
Co-Principal Investigator(s) – Robert Mullen, University of South Carolina
Sponsoring Organization – OST-R, USC, Clemson University

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Improved Resiliency of Transportation Networks through Connected Mobility

Lead Principal Investigator – Paul Ziehl, University of South Carolina
Co-Principal Investigator(s) – Robert Mullen, University of South Carolina; Weichiang Pang, Clemson University
Sponsoring Organization – OST-R, USC, Clemson University

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