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          From 2022 to 2023

ACE Program: AV Truck Maintenance, Testing, and Storage Support
	ACE Program: Emergency Response and Work Zone Research
	ACE Program: Inspection Demonstrations and Evaluations
	ACE Program: Volpe Testing and Evaluation Support
	ADAS Crash Safety Analyses via OBMS Data
	CMVRTC: Expanded Motor Coach Safety Analysis
	Effect of the Length of Medical Certification on Safety
	Examining the Seizure Standard for CMV Drivers
	Item Response Theory (IRT)From 2021 to 2022

AI & Decision Support Systems for Crash Preventability PAR Processing
	CMVRTC: Brake Variability Analysis & Related Research
	Crash Preventability Phase II
	Crime Prevention for Truckers
	FAST Act: Beyond Compliance and Safety and Enforcement Impacts
	Hydrostatic Pressure Testing for Exacerbation of Stress Corrosion Cracks in Nurse Tanks (Phase IV)
	Military Under 21 CMV Driver Pilot Program (FAST Act, Section 5404, Phase III)
	Assessment of CDL Holders' Traffic Violations, Convictions, and Suspensions
	Tech-Celerate Now Phase I
	Understanding the Safety Impacts of Electronically Controlled Brake Systems in Commercial Motor Vehicles
	Using Systems Modeling to Identify Impacts to FMCSRs from Emerging ADS Business CasesFrom 2020 to 2021

Advanced Fatigue Modeling for Individual Differences, Phase III (SBIR)
	Analysis of Naturalistic Driving Data to Assess Distraction and Drowsiness in Drivers of Commercial Motor Trucks and Buses
	CMVRTC: Continued Analysis of PBBT Brake Performance Evaluation Data
	Civil Fines and Motor Carrier Safety
	Understanding Limitations for Drivers of ADS-Equipped CMVsFrom 2019 to 2020

CMVRTC: Development of Brake Performance Testing for Truck Platoons
	CMVRTC: Motorcoach Tire Analysis
	CMVRTC: Real-Time Dynamic Brake Assessment (RTDBA)
	Develop and Test New Inspection Tools to Support ADS-Equipped CMV Pilot Testing
	Development of Baseline Safety Performance Measures for Highly Automated Commercial Vehicles
	Examining FMCSA Vision Standard for CMV Drivers and Waiver Program
	FMCSA’s Advanced System Testing Utilizing a Data Acquisition System on the Highways (FAST DASH) Program
	Multi-Modal Driver Distraction and Fatigue Detection and Warning System, Phase II (SBIR)
	Study on Commercial Motor Vehicle (CMV) Driver Commuting (Fast Act, Section 5515)From 2018 to 2019

Accelerating SmartPark Deployment
	Cybersecurity Best Practices for Integration/Retrofit of Telematics and Aftermarket Electronic Systems into Heavy Vehicles
	Research and Recommendations for Improving FMCSA’s HM Cargo Tank Monitoring and Enforcement Program
	Research and Testing to Accelerate the Adoption of Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) Systems in Commercial Motor Vehicles (CMVs)
	Research on Sensor Performance for Automated Commercial Motor Vehicle (CMV) Applications
	Stopping at Railroad Grade Crossings
	Study of Truck Side Guards to Reduce Pedestrian FatalitiesFrom 2017 to 2018

Case Study/Beta Test of Updated Model Motorcoach Curriculum
	Commercial Motor Vehicle (CMV) Fracking-Related Crashes
	Effectiveness of Weigh Station Pre-Clearance/E-Screening Systems
	Expert Support for Improving Motor Carrier Safety Measurement
	Feasibility Study for Developing a Longitudinal Study of CMV Driver Health
	Report on CDL Skills Test Delays (FAST Act, Section 5506)
	Review of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations for Automated Commercial Vehicles
	The Role of Human Factors in Cargo Tank Rollovers
	Working Group to Consider New Post-Accident Crash Data Elements for Tow-Away Crashes (FAST Act, Section 5306)From 2016 to 2017

Commercial Driver Individual Differences Study (CDIDS)
	Commercial Motor Vehicle Driver Restart Study
	Electronic Logging Device Compliance Test Procedures
	Evaluation of Research on CMV Drivers with Moderate to Severe Obstructive Sleep Apnea
	Improving Motor Carrier Safety Measurement
	Instructional Design Guides for Inspecting Electric and Hybrid-Electric Commercial Motor Vehicles
	Motor Carrier Safety Research Analysis Committee
	National Data Fusion Project
	Performance-Based Testing of Driving Skills/Capabilities
	Report on Motor Carrier Financial Responsibility
	Safety Study Regarding Double-Decker Motorcoaches with Rear Luggage Compartment
	Selective Testing of Registered Electronic Logging Devices for Compliance
	Utility for Risk-based Screening and Assessment
	Wireless Roadside Inspection (WRI) Research ProgramFrom 2015 to 2016

Assessment of Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Holders’ Traffic Violations, Convictions, and Suspensions
	Crash Risks by Commercial Motor Vehicle (CMV) Driver Schedules
	Crash Reporting Research
	FAST DASH Safety Technology Evaluation Project #2: Driver Monitoring
	FAST DASH Safety Technology Evaluation Project #3: Novel Convex Mirrors
	Hazardous Material Safety Permit (HMSP) Program Improvements
	International Border Crossing Electronic Screening Field Operational Test
	Motorcoach and School Bus Fire Safety Analysis
	Motorcoach Model Curriculum
	Onboard Monitoring System Field Operational Test
	Refine Non-Destructive Testing to Improve Nurse Tank Safety, Phase III
	Research Methodologies and Statistical Approaches to Understanding Driver Fatigue Factors in Motor Carrier Safety and Driver Health
	Restorative Rest for Motorcoach Drivers
	Slosh Characteristics of Aggregated Intermediate Bulk Containers (IBCs)
	SmartPark: Real-Time Parking Availability, 6-Month Field Operational Test
	Study of Alternatives to Reduce Driver Exposure to Diesel Exhaust
	Vehicle-Based Low Clearance DetectorFrom 2014 to 2015

Driver Distraction: Eye Glance Analysis and Conversation Workload
	Effectiveness of Fostering Safety Culture in Motor Carriers
	Effects of Detention Time on Commercial Motor Vehicle Driver Fatigue
	Infrared-Based Screening SystemFrom 2013 to 2014

Attitudes of Truck Drivers and Carriers on the Use of Electronic Logging Devices and Driver Harassment
	Commercial Driver's License Third Party Testing Anti-Fraud Software
	Development of a Course on Hydrogen Hazard Awareness Training for Commercial Vehicle Drivers
	Development of a Low-Cost Device to Increase Safety Belt Use
	Evaluating the Potential Safety Benefits of Electronic Logging Devices
	Evaluation of the Effectiveness of Onboard Safety Systems
	Expert Panel Report: Review of Hours-of-Service for Passenger Carrier Operations
	Field Study on the Efficacy of the New Restart Provision for Hours of Service December 2011 Final Rule
	Large Truck Causation Study
	Natural Gas Systems
	North American Fatigue Management Program
	Recommended Non-Destructive Testing to Improve Nurse Tank Safety, Phases I and II
	SmartPark: Real-Time Parking Availability
	Study of the Impact of a Telematics System on Safe and Fuel-efficient Driving in Trucks
      
    
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