{"id":129,"date":"2019-12-17T15:53:40","date_gmt":"2019-12-17T20:53:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ise.ncsu.edu\/driving-simulation\/?page_id=129"},"modified":"2025-12-18T12:22:00","modified_gmt":"2025-12-18T17:22:00","slug":"welcome-to-the-ise-driving-simulator","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/ise.ncsu.edu\/driving-simulation\/","title":{"rendered":"Driving Simulator | NC State ISE"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1440\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-286\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/ise.ncsu.edu\/driving-simulation\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2024\/12\/driving-simulator-01-copy.webp\" data-object-fit=\"cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ise.ncsu.edu\/driving-simulation\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2024\/12\/driving-simulator-01-copy.webp 2560w, https:\/\/ise.ncsu.edu\/driving-simulation\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2024\/12\/driving-simulator-01-copy-600x338.webp 600w, https:\/\/ise.ncsu.edu\/driving-simulation\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2024\/12\/driving-simulator-01-copy-1200x675.webp 1200w, https:\/\/ise.ncsu.edu\/driving-simulation\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2024\/12\/driving-simulator-01-copy-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/ise.ncsu.edu\/driving-simulation\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2024\/12\/driving-simulator-01-copy-1536x864.webp 1536w, https:\/\/ise.ncsu.edu\/driving-simulation\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2024\/12\/driving-simulator-01-copy-2048x1152.webp 2048w, https:\/\/ise.ncsu.edu\/driving-simulation\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2024\/12\/driving-simulator-01-copy-750x422.webp 750w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-30 has-background-dim\" style=\"background-color:#697775\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-cover-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-white-color has-text-color\"><span class=\"tadv-color\" style=\"color:#ffffff\"><span class=\"tadv-background-color\" style=\"background-color:#cc0000;padding:10px\">Driving Simulator<\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:8%\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:84%\">\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><span class=\"tadv-color\" style=\"color:#cc0000\">To make NC highways safer for everyone, researchers at NC State\u2019s Edward P. Fitts Department of Industrial and System Engineering  (ISE) are using a first-of-its-kind driving simulator. <\/span><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:8%\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>This driving simulator offers a 315-degree view, thanks to its seven mounted screens on a moving platform. Meanwhile, you sit behind the wheel of a fully interactive vehicle, complete with gear shifts, brakes, and a modern steering wheel. Consequently, researchers can observe safety-critical situations without putting drivers at risk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In fact, it\u2019s the first simulator in the country to test future technology distractions. Surprisingly, only a handful of labs worldwide have this capability. With this system, researchers can measure how quickly a driver gets distracted. As a result, they gain valuable insights into safety.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-slightly-larger-font-size\">Cutting-Edge Research Applications:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Human Factors<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Advanced Vehicle Safety Systems<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cognitive Response<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Physical Impairment<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Distracted Driving<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Make sure to check out the <a href=\"https:\/\/ise.ncsu.edu\/driving-simulation\/faculty-students-and-staff-directory\/\">faculty and students<\/a> in the Driving Simulator Lab.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"440\" src=\"https:\/\/ise.ncsu.edu\/driving-simulation\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2024\/12\/ise-driving-simulator-james-shirley-02-copy-1200x440.webp\" alt=\"a student testing out the driving simulator.\" class=\"wp-image-288\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ise.ncsu.edu\/driving-simulation\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2024\/12\/ise-driving-simulator-james-shirley-02-copy-1200x440.webp 1200w, https:\/\/ise.ncsu.edu\/driving-simulation\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2024\/12\/ise-driving-simulator-james-shirley-02-copy-600x220.webp 600w, https:\/\/ise.ncsu.edu\/driving-simulation\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2024\/12\/ise-driving-simulator-james-shirley-02-copy-768x282.webp 768w, https:\/\/ise.ncsu.edu\/driving-simulation\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2024\/12\/ise-driving-simulator-james-shirley-02-copy.webp 1500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s the <strong>first simulator in the country<\/strong> to test future technology distractions. Only a handful of labs worldwide have this capability. With this system, researchers can measure how quickly a driver gets distracted.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Current Driving Simulator Research Projects<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-gray-10-background-color has-background\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:1%\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:97%\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-default\"> Distracted Driving <\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Driving Simulator- Eye Tracking System\" width=\"1500\" height=\"844\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/jN8LEN-kETE?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"> The usage of the Eye Tracking Systems on the driving simulator during researches. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Distracted driving is a growing problem in the United States. For example, distractions can range from switching radio stations to texting behind the wheel. Unfortunately, experts say it will only get worse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Because of this, Dr. Jing Feng, a Psychology associate professor, and ISE researchers work to address this issue. Specifically, they study human factors to promote safer driving habits and better use of new technology. As a result, their research can help reduce accidents caused by distractions.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:2%\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:1%\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:97%\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Message Delivery in Manual and Automated Driving <\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"ISE Researchers use Simulator to Make Roads Safer\" width=\"1500\" height=\"844\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/yZwZ2SnRs8E?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"> ISE researchers use the driving simulator to make roads safer. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Self-driving cars are the future; however, they may cause drivers to pay less attention to the road. Therefore, researchers, led by Professors Kaber and Feng, study how these attention changes impact safety.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Supported by the NC Department of Transportation, the team uses the driving simulator to test different message delivery methods. For instance, they focus on two scenarios: manual and automated driving.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As a result, researchers hope to determine the safest way to share road information through in-vehicle messages. Moreover, future technology may replace highway billboards with GPS notifications or car monitor ads. Ultimately, their goal is to create guidelines that ensure drivers receive critical information without compromising safety.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:2%\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-gray-10-background-color has-background\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:2%\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:96%\">\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pinpointing the Needs of Older Drivers <\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Age-related cognitive changes can affect driving abilities. For this reason, researchers use the driving simulator to identify areas where older drivers struggle. For example, left turns often pose a higher risk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This project aims to provide personalized training and rehabilitation methods. Consequently, by pinpointing individual needs, older drivers can stay safer on the road. In addition, the findings can help create tools tailored to specific challenges older drivers face.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:2%\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:2%\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:96%\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">An Assessment of Safety and Geometric Design Criteria for Diverging Diamond Interchanges <\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>DDIs are becoming more common across the United States. However, there are no standard design guidelines yet. Because of this, researchers use the driving simulator to study driver behavior at these interchanges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The simulator replicates realistic driving scenarios, both on and off-road. Likewise, it can simulate left- or right-hand driving, emergency events, and other custom environments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By analyzing driver responses, the project evaluates safety and design features of DDIs. As a result, researchers will recommend guidelines to improve geometric design standards nationwide. Therefore, their work will help engineers design safer interchanges in the future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Collaboration Across Fields<\/h4>\n<p data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\">The ISE Department collaborates with several agencies and departments to conduct these critical studies. For example, partners include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>NC Department of Transportation<\/li>\n<li>Department of Psychology<\/li>\n<li>Office of Research and Innovation<\/li>\n<li>Institute for Transportation Research &amp; Education<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\">Together, these teams look beyond the present. In fact, their goal is to understand driving behavior today and prepare for what\u2019s coming tomorrow. Furthermore, through these partnerships, researchers can tackle large-scale projects that span multiple fields.<\/p>\n<p>Ready to see the future of driving? Experience the driving simulator today.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"950\" height=\"535\" src=\"https:\/\/ise.ncsu.edu\/driving-simulation\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2024\/12\/Untitled-1.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-289\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ise.ncsu.edu\/driving-simulation\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2024\/12\/Untitled-1.webp 950w, https:\/\/ise.ncsu.edu\/driving-simulation\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2024\/12\/Untitled-1-600x338.webp 600w, https:\/\/ise.ncsu.edu\/driving-simulation\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2024\/12\/Untitled-1-768x433.webp 768w, https:\/\/ise.ncsu.edu\/driving-simulation\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2024\/12\/Untitled-1-750x422.webp 750w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 950px) 100vw, 950px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/ise.ncsu.edu\/driving-simulation\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2024\/12\/ise-driving-simulator-chris-cunningham-01-copy-1200x675.webp\" alt=\"a man testing out the driver simulator\" class=\"wp-image-287\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ise.ncsu.edu\/driving-simulation\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2024\/12\/ise-driving-simulator-chris-cunningham-01-copy-1200x675.webp 1200w, https:\/\/ise.ncsu.edu\/driving-simulation\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2024\/12\/ise-driving-simulator-chris-cunningham-01-copy-600x338.webp 600w, https:\/\/ise.ncsu.edu\/driving-simulation\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2024\/12\/ise-driving-simulator-chris-cunningham-01-copy-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/ise.ncsu.edu\/driving-simulation\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2024\/12\/ise-driving-simulator-chris-cunningham-01-copy-1536x864.webp 1536w, https:\/\/ise.ncsu.edu\/driving-simulation\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2024\/12\/ise-driving-simulator-chris-cunningham-01-copy-750x422.webp 750w, https:\/\/ise.ncsu.edu\/driving-simulation\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2024\/12\/ise-driving-simulator-chris-cunningham-01-copy.webp 1966w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/ise.ncsu.edu\/driving-simulation\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2024\/12\/driving-simulator-01-copy-1200x675.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-286\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ise.ncsu.edu\/driving-simulation\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2024\/12\/driving-simulator-01-copy-1200x675.webp 1200w, https:\/\/ise.ncsu.edu\/driving-simulation\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2024\/12\/driving-simulator-01-copy-600x338.webp 600w, https:\/\/ise.ncsu.edu\/driving-simulation\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2024\/12\/driving-simulator-01-copy-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/ise.ncsu.edu\/driving-simulation\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2024\/12\/driving-simulator-01-copy-1536x864.webp 1536w, https:\/\/ise.ncsu.edu\/driving-simulation\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2024\/12\/driving-simulator-01-copy-2048x1152.webp 2048w, https:\/\/ise.ncsu.edu\/driving-simulation\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2024\/12\/driving-simulator-01-copy-750x422.webp 750w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:2%\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>More Information<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div 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driving experiments<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:1.33%\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>To make NC highways safer for everyone, researchers at NC State\u2019s Edward P. 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