Citation

Hall L, Powers R, Turner D, Brilon W, Hall JA. Transp. Res. Circular 1998; (E-C003): 12:1-12.

Copyright

(Copyright © 1998, U.S. National Academy of Sciences Transportation Research Board)

DOI

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PMID

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Abstract

This overview paper provided an introduction to the symposium session devoted to cross section elements. In providing an overview of this important topic, the paper addressed the following components: a brief discussion of the most prominent cross section elements; the results of a limited international survey to identify representatitve parameters and procedures for these elements; an introduction to roadside design, with an emphasis on safety and the clear recovery area concept; a synopsis of each of the papers that was presented during this session; and a summary emphasizing the emerging cross section design issues and research needs.