An Innovative Approach to Smarter Mowing, Utilizing Automated Vehicle Location to Enhance Mowing OperationsStatus: CompleteReport Date: 05/16/2017 Summary: MnDOT implemented a pilot project to study the use of automated vehicle location (AVL) technology in 30 of its mowers. Key benefits provided by this technology would include the ability to avoid mowing noxious weeds (with a resulting reduction in herbicide use), automated reporting, reduced paperwork and more efficient allocation of operator time. Final Deliverables: An Innovative Approach to Smarter Mowing, Utilizing Automated Vehicle Location to Enhance Mowing Operations (Report #2017-11) AVL Technology Enables Smarter, More Efficient Mowing Operations (Research Summary) Related Materials: MnDOT Mower AVL System Operators Manual (Brochure/Handout) Knowing While Mowing: GPS Keeps Maintenance Workers Out of the Weeds (Blog Post) Automated Vehicle Location (AVL) for MnDOT Mowers (Video/Webinar) GPS-equipped mowers to save money, reduce noxious weeds (Blog Post) Related Research: