Browsing by Author "Alhajyaseen, Wael"
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A vision-based zebra crossing detection method for people with visual impairments
Akbari, Younes; Hassen, Hanadi; Subramanian, Nandhini; Kunhoth, Jayakanth; Al-Maadeed, Somaya; Alhajyaseen, Wael... more authors ... less authors ( IEEE , 2020 , Conference Paper)Safe navigation for visually impaired is challenging without assistive technology. This paper proposes a pedestrian crossing detection approach to help visually impaired people. We introduce the use of multiple convolutional ... -
Capacity Analysis of Single-Lane Roundabouts in The State of Qatar
Albeitjali, Naeem Nasser Naim (2020 , Master Thesis)This master thesis presents capacity analysis of Single-Lane roundabouts in the State of Qatar. The aim of this paper is to update Qatar highway manual, by developing a new capacity model using empirical data collected ... -
COVID 19 PANDEMIC: IMPACTS AND FUTURE IMPLICATIONS ON PERSONAL TRAVEL BEHAVIOR IN THE STATE OF QATAR
Alhajyaseen, Wael; Hussain, Qinaat; Kharbeche, Mohamed; Dias, Charitha ( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)In December 2019, a novel and contagious coronavirus also known as Covid-19 outbroke in Wuhan, China. In response to the virus, many countries implemented strict travel restrictions and lockdowns to hold back the spread ... -
Dynamic travel information strategies in advance traveler information systems and their effect on route choices along highways
Reinolsmann, Nora; Alhajyaseen, Wael; Brijs, Tom; Pirdavani, Ali; Ross, Veerle; Hussain, Qinaat; Brijs, Kris... more authors ... less authors ( Elsevier , 2020 , Article)Advance Traveler Information Systems (ATIS) inform drivers about traffic incidences and expected travel times/ delays en-route. An online computer study was conducted in Qatar to investigate drivers' willingness ... -
Effect of ADHD traits in young drivers on self-reported deviant driving behaviours: An exploratory study in the Arab gulf region
Chantal, Timmermans; Alhajyaseen, Wael; Soliman, Abdrabo; Brijs, Tom; Bedair, Khaled; Ross, Veerle... more authors ... less authors ( Elsevier , 2020 , Article)IntroductionAttention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) can be defined in two key traits (inattention and hyperactivity-impulsivity), which can effect day-to-day capabilities such as driving performance. MethodsIn this ... -
Effect of U-turns and heavy vehicles on the saturation flow rates of left-turn lanes at signalized intersections
Abuhijleh, Abdelrahman; Dias, Charitha; Alhajyaseen, Wael; Muley, Deepti ( MDPI , 2020 , Article)© 2020 by the authors. The Saturation Flow Rate (SFR) is a primary measure that can be used when estimating intersection capacity. Further, the efficiency of signal control parameters also depends on the accuracy of assumed ... -
Enhancing Pedestrian Safety through the Development of Advanced Operational Strategies for Crosswalks in Residential Areas
Hussain, Qinaat; Alhajyaseen, Wael; Kharbeche, Mohamed ( Qatar University Press , 2021 , Poster)Pedestrians are the most vulnerable group in the traffic. Every year approximately 40,000 pedestrians are killed in the world due to road traffic crashes. In the state of Qatar, the situations are even worse with around ... -
Examining Preference For Autonomous Vehicle (Av) Among Qatari Residents
Abuhijleh, Abdulrhman (2020 , Master Thesis)Because of growing body of researches that predict the autonomous vehicles to be the future mode of transport. It is important to investigate the preference of Autonomous vehicles among Qatari citizens for fast developing ... -
Extraction of Vehicle Turning Trajectories at Signalized Intersections Using Convolutional Neural Networks
Abdeljaber, Osama; Younis, Adel; Alhajyaseen, Wael ( SpringerLink , 2020 , Article)This paper aims at developing a convolutional neural network (CNN)-based tool that can automatically detect the left-turning vehicles (right-hand traffic rule) at signalized intersections and extract their trajectories ... -
Impact of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder on Driving among Drivers in Qatar
Alhajyaseen, Wael; Timmermans, Chantal; Soliman, Abdrabo; Brijs, Tom; Bedair, Khaled; Ross, Veerle; Mamo, Wondwesen Girma... more authors ... less authors ( Qatar University Press , 2021 , Poster)This study aims to investigate the impact of ADHD traits on young drivers' deviant driving behaviors that may contribute to their involvement in traffic crashes. Methods: A sample of 450 young drivers from the State of ... -
Investigating the Efficiency and Safety of Signalized Intersections Under Mixed Flow Conditions of Autonomous and Human-Driven Vehicles
Pan, Ang; Zhang, Xin; Nakamura, Hideki; Alhajyaseen, Wael ( Springer , 2020 , Article)© 2020, King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals. Field experiments of autonomous driving systems have already been started in several countries around the world. However, investigations on the performance of signalized ... -
Mega Events and Crowd Evacuation at Tourist Attractions: A Case Study of Souq Waqif using Pedestride Crowd Simulation Tool
Abdelaal, Ali; Dias, Charitha; Sarvi, Majid; Alhajyaseen, Wael; Tarlochan, Faris ( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)Evacuating individuals at large gathering places can be achieved safely and efficiently through the detailed understanding of crowd dynamics within a certain location. Souq Waqif is a major tourist attraction in Qatar that ... -
Modeling the Impact of Downstream Conditions on Discharging Behavior of Vehicles at Signalized Intersections Using Micro-Simulation
Zhu, Hong; Nakamura, Hideki; Alhajyaseen, Wael ( Springer , 2020 , Article)© 2020, King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals. In areas where traffic demand is high and intersections are closely spaced, the drivers’ desire for quick discharge is demotivated by negative downstream conditions, ... -
Modeling the Impact of Downstream Conditions on Discharging Behavior of Vehicles at Signalized Intersections Using Micro-Simulation
Zhu, H.; Zhu, Hong; Nakamura, Hideki; Alhajyaseen, Wael ( Springer , 2020 , Article)In areas where traffic demand is high and intersections are closely spaced, the drivers’ desire for quick discharge is demotivated by negative downstream conditions, such as long queues and poorly coordinated traffic ... -
Modeling Traffic Flows on Urban Arterials Considering the Downstream Influence
Zhu, Hong; Nakamura, Hideki; Alhajyaseen, Wael; Iryo-Asano, Miho ( SAGE Publications , 2020 , Article)© National Academy of Sciences: Transportation Research Board 2020. Arterials are important transportation facilities, undertaking the two functions of mobility and accessibility. In the urban area, signalized intersections ... -
Modeling Trajectories and Trajectory Variation of Turning Vehicles at Signalized Intersections
DIas, Charitha; Iryo-Asano, Miho; Abdullah, Muhammad; Oguchi, Takashi; Alhajyaseen, Wael ( Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers , 2020 , Article)© 2013 IEEE. Information on the trajectories of turning vehicles at signalized intersections can be used in numerous applications, such as movement planning of autonomous vehicles, realistic representation of surrounding ... -
Seat belt and child restraint systems : ESRA2 Thematic report No. 8
Nakamura, Hideki; Alhajyaseen, Wael; Kako, Yoko; Timmermans, Chantal; Kakinuma, Toru ( International Association of Traffic and Safety Sciences (IATSS) , 2019 , Report)ESRA (E-Survey of Road users’ Attitudes) is a joint initiative of road safety institutes, research centres, public services, and private sponsors from all over the world. The aim is to collect and analyse comparable data ... -
Traffic safety research in the 15th world conference on transport research
Alhajyaseen, Wael; Tiwari, Geetam ( Taylor & Francis , 2019 , Conference Paper)This special issue presents selected papers submitted to the 15th World Conference in Transportation Research WCTR2019, which was held in IIT Mumbai between 26th & 29th of May 2019, under the Special Interest Group ... -
Travelers’ preferences regarding autonomous mobility in the State of Qatar
Alhajyaseen, Wael; Adnan, Muhammad; Abuhejleh, Abdelrahman; Onat, Nuri; Tarlochan, Faris ( Springer , 2021 , Article)Autonomous mobility is gaining increasing attraction in the international setting that results in a growing body of literature on various aspects. Preferences regarding the use of autonomous vehicles as an alternative ...