Crossroads: Modern Interactive Intersections and Accessible Pedestrian Signals.

Barlow, Janet M.; Franck, Lukas

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ERIC Number: EJ720653

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Publication Date: 2005-Oct

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Crossroads: Modern Interactive Intersections and Accessible Pedestrian Signals

Barlow, Janet M.; Franck, Lukas

Journal of Visual Impairment & Blindness, v99 n10 p599-610 Oct 2005

This article discusses the interactive nature of modern actuated intersections and the effect of that interface on pedestrians who are visually impaired. Information is provided about accessible pedestrian signals (APS), the role of blindness professionals in APS installation decisions, and techniques for crossing streets with APS.

Descriptors: Pedestrian Traffic, Visual Impairments, Traffic Safety, Assistive Technology, Visually Impaired Mobility

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Language: English

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