2020 Innovation EXPO Presentations
During the week of November 16-20, 2020, Caltrans kicked off its first Innovation Expo that showcased over 60 live and virtual innovation demonstrations from presenters statewide representing Caltrans and our external partners. This expo was a five-day event focusing on innovation in relation to the Caltrans 5 priorities: Safety, Modality, Innovation, Efficiency, and Partnerships.
We want to say thank you
Keynote Speakers
John Danner, Strategist Innovation Catalyst
Rachel Carpenter, Caltrans Chief Safety Officer
Jeanie Ward-Waller, Caltrans Deputy Director/Planning & Modal Programs
Tony Dang, Directors Office Sustainability Program Manager
Ryan Chamberlain, Caltrans District 12 Director
Amarjeet Benipal, Caltrans District 3 Director
Sam Hassoun, Global Leadership Alliance
Dara Wheeler, Caltrans Chief Divsion of Research Innovation & System Information
Day 1: Innovation
Day 1 Message from Caltrans Director
https://youtu.be/7cUgL7hXXkA
Opening Remarks
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z-G_BgNMGaQ
Keynote Speaker, John Danner
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yPUoEqSsCtw
Innovation Caffeination Event
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1-8DwZLLKSA
Session 1A
Drones Group Presentation
- Virtual Site Visits
- Utilization of Unmanned Aerial System(UAS) for Emergency Slide Projects
Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZzpKBJBbXr4
Session 1B
Data Visualization Group Presentation
- Managing the Unsheltered Situation: A Caltrans Approach to Safely and Efficiently
Manage the Unsheltered within the Right-of-Way
- Data Visualization at Caltrans
Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NN5hC5W--NM
Session 2A
Wildlife Crossings, Corridor, Linkages & Safe Passages Group Presentation
- Wildlife Passage Modifications on State Route 118 in Las Posas Valley
- The Future Home of The World’s Largest Structure to Preserve Biodiversity Across the Region by Reconnecting an Integral Wildlife Corridor and Historic Passage
-Frog Ladder/Tube to Provide Wildlife Passage in the Feather River Canyon
-Monarch Butterfly Roadside Habitat Rapid Assessment: an interdisciplinary approach to integrate Monarchs into the environmental process
Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m6rvOOEnkv8
Session 2B
GIS Innovations Group Presentations
- VDC/BIM Implementation in GIS Environments During PA/ED and PS&E process
- ADA Mobile Data Collection and Inspection
- Project Finder and Analytics ArcGIS Dashboard
Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=izt4TVEwN1I
Day 2: Safety & Innovation
Day 2 Message from Caltrans Director
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XVKnEDmW22g
Caltrans Innovation Awards
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HrUqlNWjoz4
StoryMaps - How to Tell Your Story
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SmecVUlAwgU
Session 1A
Pavement Markings
- Wrong Way Prevention Markings, Red Colored Bus Only Lanes and Route Shields on Pavement
Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R7m1Z3Bp8gA
Session 1B
Using Roundabouts Interchange Approaches to Reduce Cost & Improve Safety
- Using Roundabouts At Interchange Approaches To Reduce Cost And Improve Safety
Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lz0DlGSEmmA
Session 2A
Caltrans Responder System
Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wVp5tg4JEnQ
Session 2B
Multichannel Ground Penetrating Radar For Assessment of Pavements
Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cPZcJ2yWJTI
Day 3: Modality & Innovation
Day 3 Message from Caltrans Director
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=quDoo7NKBgY
Keynote Speaker, Jeanie Ward-Waller & Tony Dang
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Egz3Oob2yQ8
District 11 Innovation Team
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M858_uRc8E8
Session 1A
Active Transportation Group Presentation
- Making Peds and Bikes "Count" - A Statewide Active Transportation Count Database
- Caltrans Active Transportation Plans: Innovation in Data and Public Involvement
Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QdQEEFBK4y8
Session 1B
Ready For Connected & Automated Vehicles - Pilots & Innovations
Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CfzAPYbPhdo
Session 2A
Transit Only Lane I-805/SR-94 San Diego & Bus-On-Shoulder SR-1 Santa Cruz
Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2_jgb15xZms
Session 2B
California Integrated Travel Project (CAL-ITP)
Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0vnOZ4f1OYs
Day 4: Efficiency & Innovation
Day 4 Message from Caltrans Director
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=imtOcUpzyWs
Keynote Speaker, Ryan Chamberlain & Amarjeet Benipal
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SBPByDUddAw
Environment Speaking, D7 Environmental Newsletter
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jgkkBWN-TZU
Session 1A
Design Innovations Group Presentations
-Project Review Organizational System (PROS)
- Implementation of Electronic Document Management System(EDMS) for SB1 CMGC
- Caltrans Virtual Design Construction(VDC)
Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0F_q1681E9Y
Session 1B
Virtual Innovations Group Presentations
- Performance Report Downloader: A solution to promote the
Open-Data-Mindset
- Lean 6-SIigma - A systematic Approach to Process Improvements
Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W2ooYxZd0Ls
Session 2A
Design Innovations Group Presentations
- Culvert Identification
- Soundwall Flood Release Panel
-Traffic Census – Sharing Hardware for Vehicle Detection Stations and Traffic Census Stations
-Traffic Census Stations – Safety and Maintenance for the Present and Future
Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cp8wifVnHOk
Session 2B
Virtual Innovations Group Presentations
- Diversity and Inclusion in Virtual Mandatory Pre-Bid Meeting
- Virtual Transportation Permit Vehicle Inspection
Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hiyP0OctBEI
Day 5: Partnerships & Innovation
Day 5 Message from Caltrans Director
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hOHjf6_aZrI
Keynote Speaker, Sam Hassoun
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qjjrZQ-Jujg
Closing Remarks
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9aIpoK-GLfU
Caltrans Partnering Awards
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=th8R1xqDQRk
North Region Innovation Fair
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hflf5H6M6E0
Session 1A.1
Innovative Testing Technologies For Payment & Materials
Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hflf5H6M6E0
Session 1A.2
Native Californians Museum Exhibit - A Collaborative Work Between Caltrans & Local Native American Communities
Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=msWSpxrtJCc
Session 1B.1
A Model For Integrating Rail Services With Other Transportation Modalities: Identifying Best Practices & Gaps For California's Next Rail Plan
Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zAY4vYflMTE
Session 1B.2
Unlocking BIM To Digitally-Drive CalTrans Bridge Project Design, Construction, and Maintenance Through Improved Integration Collaboration & Innovation
Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2jxN4nMNQGE
Session 2A.1
A Framework For Integrating Transportation Into Smart Cities
Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YhNjs87eZ8U
Session 2A.2
Division of Equipment Production Efficiencies
Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ss357dm2F5c
we would like to ackowledge the following individuals,
Acknowledgements
Pauline Valenzuela, EXPO Organizer, Caltrans DRISI
Heather Oneto, EXPO Support and Communications, Caltrans DRISI
UC Berkeley Tech Transfer & Event Services, EXPO Support and Facilitation, UC Berkeley ITS
Matt Rocco/Lorean Magana/James O'Brien, Public Affairs Support, Caltrans External Affairs
Denise Delaney, Training Coordinator, Caltrans DRISI
Dara Wheeler, EXPO Sponsor, Division Chief DRISI
April Nitsos, EXPO Advisor, Office Chief DST DRISI
Lori Pepper, Deputy Secretary for Innovative Mobility Solutions, CalSTA
Nick Silva/John Sweet, Technical Support Caltrans IT
Ben Roxton/Barbara Marquez, Innovation Video Caltrans District 7
Federal Highway Administration, State Transportation Innovation Councils (STIC)