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Researchers get ahead with Forum8

By David Arminas September 17, 2020 Read time: 1 min
Software enables researchers to create and edit all road network elements

Using good old pedal power and 3D simulation software to create safer road designs for drivers and cyclists is bearing fruit in the US...

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