Center for International Intelligent Transportation Research

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Rethinking the Chase: How UAVs Could Make High-Speed Pursuits Safer

Headshot of Valeria Martinez.


Valeria Martinez

Headshot of Swapnil Samant.


Swapnil Samant

Headshot of Rafael Aldrete.


Rafael Aldrete

by Valeria Martinez, Swapnil Samant and Rafael Aldrete

High-speed vehicle pursuits are among the most dangerous situations faced by law enforcement and the public. Each year, these chases result in crashes, injuries and, in too many cases, fatalities. In regions like El Paso, Texas, the frequency of such pursuits has increased sharply, raising concerns among policymakers and communities about how to respond more safely and effectively. [Read more…] about Rethinking the Chase: How UAVs Could Make High-Speed Pursuits Safer

2018 Report: Estimating Economic Impact of Commercial Vehicle Border Delays in Real Time

A research team developed an implementation plan for a web-based economic impact estimation dashboard. The dashboard uses real-time data on economic costs of border delays in the El Paso–Ciudad Juárez region. This study updates work conducted in 2009 and 2010 on this topic.

New Report: Exploration of Cross-Border Trip Characteristics Using Crowdsourced Data

This report explores cross-border trip characteristics using crowdsourced data, primarily focusing on INRIX data. The research team identified several cross-border travel patterns at El Paso–Ciudad Juárez land ports of entry and noted trends related to the COVID-19 pandemic.

New Report: Contact Tracing to Maintain Mobility at the Border during a Pandemic

TTI researchers evaluated contact-tracing apps, a commonly used practice to slow down the spread of COVID-19, with a focus on the El Paso-Juarez region. Taking advantage of mobile technology is expected to help in transitioning back to daily life while managing the risk of future outbreaks.

New Report: Cross-Border Transportation as a Disease Vector in COVID-19

Understanding the relationship between cross-border transportation and the spread of infectious diseases is vitally important to mitigating the spread of future waves of COVID-19 or other pandemics. This study clearly shows the significant effect border crossings have regarding the spread of infectious diseases in their surrounding communities.

Applying Technology to Make Border Crossings Quicker, Safer for Trucks

by Dan Middleton and Swapnil Samant

The same innovation that could let your car talk to others in the near future could also reduce the time you wait for your new television or fresh produce by making truck safety inspections at the U.S.-Mexico border quicker and more thorough. [Read more…] about Applying Technology to Make Border Crossings Quicker, Safer for Trucks