Road weather information system in Lithuania

Abstract

However. salt should not be spread too early since it may be carried away by the wheels of the vehicle or washed by precipitation The best time to spread salt is 1-2 hours before the predicted ice or snow cover forms. The following main components make up the integrated road weather information system. a) Spatial analysis of the road microclimate to produce temperature graphs; b) Road pavement and atmospheric characteristics' sensor's providing information on the actual weathor conditions on tho roads: c) Computer and information network, The road engineer receives all information in a form which enables to use it quickly and take necessary actions. It also enables to collect external data on the weather conditions, which, upon Its statistical analysis, can be used for road design, construction, repair and maintenance.