How Mobile Technologies Impact the Transportation Workforce

TRB ABG20 (July 1, 2015)

Michigan Department of Transportation

Mark Chaput, P.E.Deputy Director, Bureau of Field Services

ChaputM@Michigan.gov

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In Vehicle Resources• Manuals• Guidebooks• Plans• Specifications

Paper notes in the Field• Hand written • Manage papers• Exposed to elements• Misplaced documents

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• Cellular and WiFi communications• Access to project files• Web Access to resources

(manuals, guidebooks, You Tube videos, specifications . . .)

• Photo and Video documentation• Cell Phone, e-mail access• Video Chat (FaceTime)

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http://www.michigan.gov/econstruction

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http://mdotwiki.state.mi.us/construction/index.php/Main_Page

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MiBRIDGE Management and Inspection System

• Web-Based, In-House Developed Application (http://www.michigan.gov/bridgeinspect)

• Mobile devices are used for the collection of bridge inventory and inspection condition data.

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• The system works with Internet Explorer, Safari, Firefox, Google Chrome and can be used in the field or wherever there is internet access (3G, 4G, etc)

• System is compatible with several types of mobile devices (Apple iPhones & iPad, Microsoft Surface, Samsung Tablets, etc.

• Provided more transparency with FHWA, MDOT Executive Management and Local Agencies as information can be accessed anywhere with internet access.

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Mobile Device Use• No paper forms• Photo and video capabilities• Apps for Audio notes• Phone and Video Chat App

Direct link into System• Structure inventory data• Previous inspection reports• Inspection forms• Worksheets• Manuals and guidelines

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Web Access and Data Collection Summary

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• Request for Action (Follow-up actions for Critical Findings)• Work Recommendations• Network Condition Analysis for long range work planning

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Currently adding functionality to store files(plans, photos, reports, etc.)

Goal is to have a complete electronic file containing all information regarding each structure

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This technology will allow bridge inspectors to collect specific defect information simply by selected a point on the bridge and entering the quantity and type of defect.

MDOT is currently testing field proto types using droid tablets.

How Mobile Technologies Impact the Transportation Workforce

TRB ABG20 (July 1, 2015)

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