Rethinking the Jonio Metro station as a Transport HubOleg Buyanov
The document proposes rethinking the Jonio Metro station area in Rome as a transport hub. It analyzes the current situation, which lacks comfortable transit between modes. A transport hub would provide advantages like easy navigation, accessibility, and reduced transfer times. The project concept includes new parking buildings, bus routes, and public space reorganization. Microsimulation shows the current scenario has low service levels during peaks, while the project scenario would reduce travel time and emissions. In conclusion, the transport hub design would improve traffic flow, public space, sustainability, and safety.
The document analyzes the site for a proposed light rail station in Robina, Australia. It examines 9 factors: 1) population density is 15.5 people per hectare, 2) there is no existing mixed-use space but potential for redevelopment, 3) connectivity to other areas is limited requiring reliance on cars, 4) building fronts mostly face paths but the bus station front is a privacy screen, 5) only one active frontage exists, 6) shade and shelter is largely absent, 7) the site is at the base of a steep incline posing challenges, 8) path quality varies with debris and 9) pedestrian crossings require improvements. Recommendations are made to address the issues.
Designing Kong Kong: Tsim Sha Tsui terminus design illustrationsDesigningHongKong
The document discusses alternatives for improving the Tsim Sha Tsui Star Ferry bus terminus in Hong Kong. It describes the existing terminus as an eyesore that blocks views of Victoria Harbour. It also summarizes two alternative proposals - Alternative 1 creates an iconic design with covered walkways but vehicles would still be visible, while Alternative 2 relocates buses underground to open up views but would be more expensive to build. The broader issue of making other public transport facilities along Victoria Harbour invisible is also raised.
Yellow Taxibus is a demand responsive transport service operated by Stagecoach between Dunfermline and Edinburgh that combines a fixed bus route with pre-booked door-to-door taxi pickups. It runs 7 days a week for up to 21 hours daily, using people carrier vehicles. The goal was to create a commercially viable service to widen travel options for commuters facing congestion on the heavily used Forth Road Bridge corridor, though the pilot project was ultimately not profitable. The service established a core weekly ridership of around 1,000 passengers during its trial period from 2003-2005 through competitive fares and flexible booking options.
April 9 VTA Mountain View Open House project display boardsSCVTA
These were the boards on display at the April 9, 2014 Open Houses in Mountain View about VTA's underway and planned projects in the area. Learn more about the meetings at http://www.vta.org/News-and-Media/Connect-with-VTA/Open-Houses-in-Mountain-View-Generate-Excitement-About-Double-Tracking
“Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts.” - Winston Churchill
“Winners are not afraid of losing. But losers are. Failure is part of the process of success. People who avoid failure also avoid success.” - Robert T. Kiyosaki
“When we give ourselves permission to fail, we, at the same time, give ourselves permission to excel.” - Eloise Ristad
The document summarizes a $307 million investment in nine road-rail improvement projects along the Roberts Bank Rail Corridor by 2014. The projects are aimed at improving safety, reducing delays, and increasing efficiency of the growing road and rail networks to support international trade. By separating road and rail traffic with overpasses and sidings, the number of level crossings will be reduced from 66 to improve traffic flow for over 338,000 vehicles and increase rail capacity from 18 to 38 trains per day. The projects are part of larger trade infrastructure plans and will provide local and regional economic benefits by enhancing transportation of goods and people.
Presentation by Philip Coombes, Commercial Manager, Associated British Ports (ABP) Hull & Goole.
Delivered to ITS Masters students:
www.its.leeds.ac.uk/courses/masters/itslectureseries/
Rethinking the Jonio Metro station as a Transport HubOleg Buyanov
The document proposes rethinking the Jonio Metro station area in Rome as a transport hub. It analyzes the current situation, which lacks comfortable transit between modes. A transport hub would provide advantages like easy navigation, accessibility, and reduced transfer times. The project concept includes new parking buildings, bus routes, and public space reorganization. Microsimulation shows the current scenario has low service levels during peaks, while the project scenario would reduce travel time and emissions. In conclusion, the transport hub design would improve traffic flow, public space, sustainability, and safety.
The document analyzes the site for a proposed light rail station in Robina, Australia. It examines 9 factors: 1) population density is 15.5 people per hectare, 2) there is no existing mixed-use space but potential for redevelopment, 3) connectivity to other areas is limited requiring reliance on cars, 4) building fronts mostly face paths but the bus station front is a privacy screen, 5) only one active frontage exists, 6) shade and shelter is largely absent, 7) the site is at the base of a steep incline posing challenges, 8) path quality varies with debris and 9) pedestrian crossings require improvements. Recommendations are made to address the issues.
Designing Kong Kong: Tsim Sha Tsui terminus design illustrationsDesigningHongKong
The document discusses alternatives for improving the Tsim Sha Tsui Star Ferry bus terminus in Hong Kong. It describes the existing terminus as an eyesore that blocks views of Victoria Harbour. It also summarizes two alternative proposals - Alternative 1 creates an iconic design with covered walkways but vehicles would still be visible, while Alternative 2 relocates buses underground to open up views but would be more expensive to build. The broader issue of making other public transport facilities along Victoria Harbour invisible is also raised.
Yellow Taxibus is a demand responsive transport service operated by Stagecoach between Dunfermline and Edinburgh that combines a fixed bus route with pre-booked door-to-door taxi pickups. It runs 7 days a week for up to 21 hours daily, using people carrier vehicles. The goal was to create a commercially viable service to widen travel options for commuters facing congestion on the heavily used Forth Road Bridge corridor, though the pilot project was ultimately not profitable. The service established a core weekly ridership of around 1,000 passengers during its trial period from 2003-2005 through competitive fares and flexible booking options.
April 9 VTA Mountain View Open House project display boardsSCVTA
These were the boards on display at the April 9, 2014 Open Houses in Mountain View about VTA's underway and planned projects in the area. Learn more about the meetings at http://www.vta.org/News-and-Media/Connect-with-VTA/Open-Houses-in-Mountain-View-Generate-Excitement-About-Double-Tracking
“Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts.” - Winston Churchill
“Winners are not afraid of losing. But losers are. Failure is part of the process of success. People who avoid failure also avoid success.” - Robert T. Kiyosaki
“When we give ourselves permission to fail, we, at the same time, give ourselves permission to excel.” - Eloise Ristad
The document summarizes a $307 million investment in nine road-rail improvement projects along the Roberts Bank Rail Corridor by 2014. The projects are aimed at improving safety, reducing delays, and increasing efficiency of the growing road and rail networks to support international trade. By separating road and rail traffic with overpasses and sidings, the number of level crossings will be reduced from 66 to improve traffic flow for over 338,000 vehicles and increase rail capacity from 18 to 38 trains per day. The projects are part of larger trade infrastructure plans and will provide local and regional economic benefits by enhancing transportation of goods and people.
Presentation by Philip Coombes, Commercial Manager, Associated British Ports (ABP) Hull & Goole.
Delivered to ITS Masters students:
www.its.leeds.ac.uk/courses/masters/itslectureseries/
LTC, Jack R. Widmeyer Transportation Research Conference, Going to San Bernar...LTC @ CSUSB
This document discusses lessons for transforming planned California high-speed rail stations into major activity hubs. It reviews case studies of successful rail stations in other parts of the world and identifies key factors for California stations. These include providing strong intermodal connections, concentrating a mixture of land uses within walking distance, and locating stations within cities rather than outside of them. Concept plans are proposed showing how Central Valley cities could develop multi-modal hubs anchored by high-speed rail stations.
The document proposes several strategies to improve sustainable urban design in Kajang over the next 20 years. These include:
1. Improving public transportation by adding bus stops, taxi stands, bike lanes, and accessibility features for the disabled.
2. Redeveloping and providing more facilities at the existing KTM train station to encourage more public transportation use.
3. Addressing flood risks through improved drainage systems and using sustainable practices like swales.
4. Increasing housing density in the city center and improving existing housing conditions.
5. Developing new parks and green spaces to improve recreation, air quality and aesthetics while protecting vegetation.
The patent makes it possible to achieve a mechanical coupling between vehicles in order to guarantee the safety and operation of a convoy of up to 10 vehicles capable of circulating as if it were a single vehicle.
TransLink presentation that looks at the challenge of building transit-oriented development in communities that are auto-oriented. Gives examples including Downtown Surrey (Whalley) and Newton. Also, look at the 5 "D" of TOD: Density, Distance, Destinations, Diversity, and Design.
Long-range Vision: An integrated public transit network will provide Hampton Roads with transportation choice, thereby ensuring greater mobility, economic development, environmental protection, energy independence, and quality of life. Public Presentation made February 24, 2009 and shared with the Hampton Roads Partnership (www.HRP.org) Board of Directors on March 20, 2009
Logistics, Industrial & Infrastructure - MDS Transmodal Place North West
The document summarizes the current state and future trends of logistics warehousing in the North West of England. It finds that the majority of large warehouse space is concentrated near major population centers and transportation infrastructure like motorways. However, rail-connected warehouse space in the North West lags other regions like the Midlands. The document predicts growing demand for more sustainable rail freight transport due to issues like congestion and air quality. This will require developing more rail-served warehouses and cross-dock facilities to reduce road mileage. The North West region needs to identify and plan additional strategic rail-served sites to capitalize on future growth opportunities in rail freight.
The Houston Metro expanded its light rail system in 2015 with the opening of the Purple Line and Green Line. The 6.6-mile Purple Line runs southeast from downtown Houston connecting Texas Southern University, University of Houston, and other destinations. It required overcoming challenges like utility relocations and coordinating with nearby construction projects. The 3.3-mile Green Line connects through Houston's historic East End. Both lines opened on schedule in early 2015, expanding transportation options for over 100,000 daily passengers and supporting development along the corridors.
Glasgow has extensive transport infrastructure including three international airports within an hour, a large subway system, and frequent bus and rail services. However, some road networks are approaching or exceeding capacity. Future plans include expanding rail freight capacity and improving motorways. There is debate around whether infrastructure spending sufficiently prioritizes reducing carbon emissions through more efficient travel options over expanding road capacity. Overall, Glasgow has good transport connectivity but will require sustainable expansion to support continued growth.
Metro and light rail projects are expanding rapidly in Saudi Arabia to address congestion challenges in major cities. Key rail projects currently under construction or planned include systems in Riyadh, Jeddah, Madinah, and Makkah. Integrated project management and public education are needed to minimize disruption during construction in congested areas. Rail systems will require changes to existing transportation networks and urban planning to maximize economic and development benefits by improving accessibility and attracting business activity near stations. The expansion of rail presents both opportunities and challenges for existing transportation providers to adapt their roles and integrate services.
Metrolinx invites you to participate in a Mobility Hub Workshop for the Mount Dennis area that will help identify community opportunities to shape the future vision for the area. Have your say at thecrosstown.ca.
Sabine Herms'in 7 Nisan 2011 günü Sürdürülebilir Ulaşım 2011 Kocaeli'de yaptığı sunum.
Presentation done by Sabine Herms on 7 April 2011 during Sustainable Transport 2011 Kocaeli, Turkey
The document summarizes the design and construction of the Beijing South Railway Station. Some key points:
- The station covers an area of 144,190 square meters and serves as a major rail hub in Beijing.
- The futuristic design draws inspiration from traditional Chinese architecture, resembling the triple-roofed Hall of Prayer for Good Harvest at the Temple of Heaven.
- Construction began in 2005 and was completed in just under three years at a cost of over $800 million. The station can handle over 240 million passengers annually.
This document provides an update on open data initiatives in Greater Manchester. It discusses plans to release Metrolink fare data, road traffic accident data, bus route mapping data, and real-time data feeds for car parks, Metroshuttle buses, and Metrolink trams. Challenges and timelines are outlined for making various transit and traffic datasets openly available in open data formats. Approval is still needed for some datasets, and development is ongoing to establish an architecture using Microsoft's Windows Azure cloud platform to host real-time transportation data.
This document outlines contributions to analyzing and optimizing public transportation in Riga, Latvia. The goals are to analyze bus routes at the individual link and stop level, taking into account surrounding land use and population density. The motivation is that public transportation in Riga is highly subsidized, with revenues under 10 million euros compared to over 90 million in subsidies. Expected outcomes include proposed measures like replanning links and changing intervals to make transportation more efficient. The workflow involves calculating frequencies and ridership at stops to identify weak spots, and relating this to surrounding densities to inform interval changes. Data sources include bus schedules, validations, stops, links, and land use. Initial results identify strong and weak spots, with next steps outlined to estimate correlations and identify
Диего Депонте "Городские транспортные центры. От транспортных узлов к городск...mosurban
Diego Deponte "Urban Transportation Hubs. From Transport Nodes to Multi-scaled Urban Polarities"
Диего Депонте "Городские транспортные центры. От транспортных узлов к городским полюсам с изменяемым масштабом"
Global Partners LTD is proposing the development of a logistics hub in Toledo, Ohio to capitalize on its strategic location near major highways and rail lines. The hub would consolidate shipping containers arriving by ship and rail for more efficient distribution throughout the Midwest region by truck and potential short sea shipping on the Great Lakes. Developing an inland port and intermodal facilities in Toledo could streamline supply chains for manufacturers and reduce transportation costs by shortening travel distances from ports. The logistics hub aims to strengthen Toledo and Northwest Ohio's position in global trade and attract more industrial and logistics businesses to the region.
The role of local engagement in delivering city logistic innovationsGruppo CLAS
Relazione presentata nel corso di URBE (URban freight and BEhavior change) organizzata dal Dipartimento di Scienze politiche e dal Centro di Ricerca sull'Economia delle Istituzioni (CREI) dell'Università di Roma Tre l'1 e 2 ottobre 2015.
The work provides an overview on engagement approaches tested and performed in different urban contexts, in order to foster stakeholder participation to the debate on urban freight, and on methods to identify commons solutions and develop viable models.
The analysis considers the experience of cities where initiatives related with urban freight deliveries are being planned and implemented, and where local engagement strategies have been put in place in order to identify issues and common viable and accepted solutions.
LTC, Jack R. Widmeyer Transportation Research Conference, Going to San Bernar...LTC @ CSUSB
This document discusses lessons for transforming planned California high-speed rail stations into major activity hubs. It reviews case studies of successful rail stations in other parts of the world and identifies key factors for California stations. These include providing strong intermodal connections, concentrating a mixture of land uses within walking distance, and locating stations within cities rather than outside of them. Concept plans are proposed showing how Central Valley cities could develop multi-modal hubs anchored by high-speed rail stations.
The document proposes several strategies to improve sustainable urban design in Kajang over the next 20 years. These include:
1. Improving public transportation by adding bus stops, taxi stands, bike lanes, and accessibility features for the disabled.
2. Redeveloping and providing more facilities at the existing KTM train station to encourage more public transportation use.
3. Addressing flood risks through improved drainage systems and using sustainable practices like swales.
4. Increasing housing density in the city center and improving existing housing conditions.
5. Developing new parks and green spaces to improve recreation, air quality and aesthetics while protecting vegetation.
The patent makes it possible to achieve a mechanical coupling between vehicles in order to guarantee the safety and operation of a convoy of up to 10 vehicles capable of circulating as if it were a single vehicle.
TransLink presentation that looks at the challenge of building transit-oriented development in communities that are auto-oriented. Gives examples including Downtown Surrey (Whalley) and Newton. Also, look at the 5 "D" of TOD: Density, Distance, Destinations, Diversity, and Design.
Long-range Vision: An integrated public transit network will provide Hampton Roads with transportation choice, thereby ensuring greater mobility, economic development, environmental protection, energy independence, and quality of life. Public Presentation made February 24, 2009 and shared with the Hampton Roads Partnership (www.HRP.org) Board of Directors on March 20, 2009
Logistics, Industrial & Infrastructure - MDS Transmodal Place North West
The document summarizes the current state and future trends of logistics warehousing in the North West of England. It finds that the majority of large warehouse space is concentrated near major population centers and transportation infrastructure like motorways. However, rail-connected warehouse space in the North West lags other regions like the Midlands. The document predicts growing demand for more sustainable rail freight transport due to issues like congestion and air quality. This will require developing more rail-served warehouses and cross-dock facilities to reduce road mileage. The North West region needs to identify and plan additional strategic rail-served sites to capitalize on future growth opportunities in rail freight.
The Houston Metro expanded its light rail system in 2015 with the opening of the Purple Line and Green Line. The 6.6-mile Purple Line runs southeast from downtown Houston connecting Texas Southern University, University of Houston, and other destinations. It required overcoming challenges like utility relocations and coordinating with nearby construction projects. The 3.3-mile Green Line connects through Houston's historic East End. Both lines opened on schedule in early 2015, expanding transportation options for over 100,000 daily passengers and supporting development along the corridors.
Glasgow has extensive transport infrastructure including three international airports within an hour, a large subway system, and frequent bus and rail services. However, some road networks are approaching or exceeding capacity. Future plans include expanding rail freight capacity and improving motorways. There is debate around whether infrastructure spending sufficiently prioritizes reducing carbon emissions through more efficient travel options over expanding road capacity. Overall, Glasgow has good transport connectivity but will require sustainable expansion to support continued growth.
Metro and light rail projects are expanding rapidly in Saudi Arabia to address congestion challenges in major cities. Key rail projects currently under construction or planned include systems in Riyadh, Jeddah, Madinah, and Makkah. Integrated project management and public education are needed to minimize disruption during construction in congested areas. Rail systems will require changes to existing transportation networks and urban planning to maximize economic and development benefits by improving accessibility and attracting business activity near stations. The expansion of rail presents both opportunities and challenges for existing transportation providers to adapt their roles and integrate services.
Metrolinx invites you to participate in a Mobility Hub Workshop for the Mount Dennis area that will help identify community opportunities to shape the future vision for the area. Have your say at thecrosstown.ca.
Sabine Herms'in 7 Nisan 2011 günü Sürdürülebilir Ulaşım 2011 Kocaeli'de yaptığı sunum.
Presentation done by Sabine Herms on 7 April 2011 during Sustainable Transport 2011 Kocaeli, Turkey
The document summarizes the design and construction of the Beijing South Railway Station. Some key points:
- The station covers an area of 144,190 square meters and serves as a major rail hub in Beijing.
- The futuristic design draws inspiration from traditional Chinese architecture, resembling the triple-roofed Hall of Prayer for Good Harvest at the Temple of Heaven.
- Construction began in 2005 and was completed in just under three years at a cost of over $800 million. The station can handle over 240 million passengers annually.
This document provides an update on open data initiatives in Greater Manchester. It discusses plans to release Metrolink fare data, road traffic accident data, bus route mapping data, and real-time data feeds for car parks, Metroshuttle buses, and Metrolink trams. Challenges and timelines are outlined for making various transit and traffic datasets openly available in open data formats. Approval is still needed for some datasets, and development is ongoing to establish an architecture using Microsoft's Windows Azure cloud platform to host real-time transportation data.
This document outlines contributions to analyzing and optimizing public transportation in Riga, Latvia. The goals are to analyze bus routes at the individual link and stop level, taking into account surrounding land use and population density. The motivation is that public transportation in Riga is highly subsidized, with revenues under 10 million euros compared to over 90 million in subsidies. Expected outcomes include proposed measures like replanning links and changing intervals to make transportation more efficient. The workflow involves calculating frequencies and ridership at stops to identify weak spots, and relating this to surrounding densities to inform interval changes. Data sources include bus schedules, validations, stops, links, and land use. Initial results identify strong and weak spots, with next steps outlined to estimate correlations and identify
Диего Депонте "Городские транспортные центры. От транспортных узлов к городск...mosurban
Diego Deponte "Urban Transportation Hubs. From Transport Nodes to Multi-scaled Urban Polarities"
Диего Депонте "Городские транспортные центры. От транспортных узлов к городским полюсам с изменяемым масштабом"
Global Partners LTD is proposing the development of a logistics hub in Toledo, Ohio to capitalize on its strategic location near major highways and rail lines. The hub would consolidate shipping containers arriving by ship and rail for more efficient distribution throughout the Midwest region by truck and potential short sea shipping on the Great Lakes. Developing an inland port and intermodal facilities in Toledo could streamline supply chains for manufacturers and reduce transportation costs by shortening travel distances from ports. The logistics hub aims to strengthen Toledo and Northwest Ohio's position in global trade and attract more industrial and logistics businesses to the region.
The role of local engagement in delivering city logistic innovationsGruppo CLAS
Relazione presentata nel corso di URBE (URban freight and BEhavior change) organizzata dal Dipartimento di Scienze politiche e dal Centro di Ricerca sull'Economia delle Istituzioni (CREI) dell'Università di Roma Tre l'1 e 2 ottobre 2015.
The work provides an overview on engagement approaches tested and performed in different urban contexts, in order to foster stakeholder participation to the debate on urban freight, and on methods to identify commons solutions and develop viable models.
The analysis considers the experience of cities where initiatives related with urban freight deliveries are being planned and implemented, and where local engagement strategies have been put in place in order to identify issues and common viable and accepted solutions.
This document discusses challenges and opportunities for sustainable city logistics. It introduces city logistics as a field focused on improving urban freight transport. Growing urbanization is increasing demands on city logistics systems. Current approaches need to become cleaner, quieter and more efficient to support livable cities while meeting rising delivery needs. The author proposes researching integrated solutions through applied studies on improving city logistics.
In Europe’s cities ‘same-day delivery’, last-mile fulfilment and urban logistics’ unique challenges will fundamentally change the types of distribution properties required.
Find out more www.jll.eu/thenewindustrialrevolution
Towards Standards in City Logistcs in City Logistcs - DHL Marcelo Felipozzi
DHL Express is expanding their use of bicycles for last-mile deliveries across Europe. They have over 80 bike routes in 50+ cities across 11 countries. DHL presented on their efforts to standardize containers, vehicles, and processes for city logistics to improve efficiency. This includes developing standardized containers that can be used on bicycles, tricycles, and other electric vehicles. They are testing a prototype electric bicycle with a detachable cargo box that meets standardized dimensions. DHL hopes that establishing standards will help tackle complexity and allow greater flexibility, security, and scale within city logistics operations.
Home Delivery: Impact and opportunities for City LogistcsMarcelo Felipozzi
Susanne Balm presented on home delivery and opportunities for city logistics. She discussed (1) Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences' focus on practical research addressing real-life challenges through collaboration with academics and professionals, (2) the increasing demand for home delivery and its environmental impacts depending on the logistics concept, and (3) growth markets for cycle logistics in home delivery of food, goods for the elderly, consumer to consumer exchanges, and construction materials.
Kiunsys offering for Smart Urban Mobility, Smart Parking & City LogisticsKiunsys
Kiunsys is an Italian SME designing and developing innovative solutions based on software, sensing and RFID technologies for the management of Smart Urban Mobility, Smart Parking and City Logistics. Founded in 2011, in less than 3 years the company has become one of the main players in the smart cities market and ITS industry.
Kiunsys solutions are also compliant with the EU Directive 2010/40/UE and are aimed at managing problems related to urban mobility and to rationalize the parking system, with a special attention to the needs of tourist destinations and cultural heritage sites. More specifically, they contribute to ensure the fluidity of traffic in urban areas, to reduce the causes of congestion and delays caused by the search for parking space and to limit CO2 emissions (but also other pollutants, such as sulphates, hydrocarbons, PM10, PM5, noise, etc.).
Urban Logistics offers unique tailor-made solutions for the transport of goods in cities by consolidating & rationalizing the existing logistics platforms and creating innovative solutions for the future through the use of information and communication technologies.
Over the past two decades delivering goods into cities has become a challenge with cities getting overly congested and traffic jams resulting in expensive logistics bottlenecks. Studies show that the cost of congestion now in terms of time wasted in traffic and fuel consumption is off the roof, almost 200% more than what it was in the 1980s. Pollution, lack of parking bays, and warehousing costs are all restraints that are contributing to the economic cost of urban logistics.
This presentation, part of a class work of Erwan Le Roc'h, Antony Zouzout and Rémi Philippe at ESSEC will explore the possibilities and ideal mix for this kind of project.
This document analyzes the trend of urbanization and the need for city distribution centers. It notes that urbanization is increasing globally, with more people living in cities. This trend will impact logistics and supply chain management by increasing traffic congestion. To address these issues, city distribution centers close to consumers' markets are needed, which can consolidate goods and enable more efficient transportation while reducing environmental impacts. Examples from DHL and other companies demonstrate how distribution centers have improved delivery efficiency and truck utilization. The roles of both the private sector and local authorities in managing city distribution are also discussed.
This document discusses several strategies for addressing urban transport problems and reducing traffic congestion. It describes approaches that have been tried in various cities around the world, including expanding road capacity, implementing traffic management systems, prioritizing bus services, restricting parking, and promoting cycling. Both structural changes to infrastructure as well as policies aimed at influencing transport behavior are examined.
This document describes a proposed personal rapid transit system that would use lightweight vehicles propelled at 20 mph along an elevated guideway using linear synchronous motors embedded in the guideway. The vehicles would be suspended and guided by air bearings, requiring no physical contact with the guideway. Each vehicle could transport 4-6 passengers directly from their origin to destination without stops, reducing traffic congestion. The system aims to provide efficient, low-cost, and environmentally friendly public transportation.
The document discusses the key elements of a Bus Rapid Transit System (BRTS). It explains that a BRTS aims to provide high-capacity public transportation through dedicated bus lanes and infrastructure improvements. The major elements of a BRTS that are outlined include running ways, stations, vehicles, off-bus fare collection, intelligent transportation systems, and service/operation plans. Specific benefits of a BRTS are also summarized such as reduced travel times, congestion, and increased safety and transportation capacity.
The document describes 10 innovative bus and transportation designs that aim to improve sustainability and reduce emissions. Some key points:
- The Cameo all-electric minibus can carry 32 passengers and recharge within seconds at bus bays using ultracapacitors.
- The Big Blue Bus and Cougar Bus were competition entries focused on green and efficient public transportation in Santa Monica.
- The Setra Coach, Credo E-Bone, and AutoTram are powered by lithium batteries or hydrogen fuel cells to be zero-emissions.
- Other designs like the SKhy Bus and China's Solar-Powered Bus generate their own energy from solar panels and process water to produce hydrogen for fuel.
Daimler Buses presented the world's first autonomously driving city bus, the Mercedes-Benz Future Bus with CityPilot. The bus drove 20 kilometers on a bus rapid transit line in Amsterdam without using the accelerator or brake pedal, stopping precisely at bus stops and obeying traffic lights through communication with infrastructure. Daimler Buses aims to make public transportation safer, more efficient and productive through autonomous technology, and will invest €200 million by 2020 to further develop its city bus portfolio.
Austin Transit Partnership (ATP) unveiled 5 new light rail alternatives for Project Connect on an open house March 21, 2023. These alternatives differ greatly from the original plan proposed to voters in 2020 when the project was overwhelmingly authorized through a property tax increase. The original plan promised an underground light rail system downtown and an airport connection, now both seem to be unlikely.
ATP must re-evaluate core principles of the project to stay on budget, deliver transit connectivity promised to the voters, and create the backbone for a 21st century transit system for the region.
Light rail is too expensive, too slow, lacks regional expansion potential, and will be instantly outdated when implemented.
eBRT is already authorized by the ballot language and the contract with the voters. No additional elections are required for this change. When paired with the future potential of AEV transit, this approach provides the best solution for Austin today and in the future.
eBRT provides a reliable system backstop if AEV technology does not advance as quickly as projected. eBRT by itself would provide better, faster, and cheaper to operate service than LRT.
An AEV system with a tunneled backbone will have major equity benefits across the City and regionally, replacing existing transit lines with superior service.
To maximize the project benefit, the system must provide regional connectivity in addition to connectivity with the City of Austin. The lower cost per mile to deploy eBRT and AEV enables a larger and more connected system to be built today and in the future.
This is an opportunity to cement Austin as the global center for transit innovation.
This document proposes two bus lane routes in Bangalore to help address traffic congestion issues. Route 1 runs 28 km from Domlur to Electronic City along major roads. Route 2 runs 18 km in a loop from Shantinagar Bus Station through areas like Richmond Town and Indiranagar, connecting to Route 1. The routes are intended to provide faster, more reliable bus transport as an alternative to private vehicles and feed into existing and planned metro lines. Underpasses are proposed at certain intersections to allow bus-only passage.
The document discusses the need for exclusive bus lanes in Bangalore to address the city's traffic congestion issues. It proposes 5 possible bus lane routes totaling about 71 km that could connect important areas and supplement the metro system. The routes would provide faster, more reliable bus transport and discourage private vehicle use. Planning considerations for the bus lanes like underpasses at intersections are also covered.
Forget last mile travel - a new modality rising!Peter Biczók
First and last mile transport discussion is outdated. The Dutch national transport model shows that once passengers can rely on a bike hire system at the activity end of the trip, the attractiveness of transit soars. A new, interdependent! modality, bike-transit has been established that is more attractive and more socio-economical that the (automated) private car.
The Industrialist: Trends & Innovations - June 2023accenture
Wärtsilä has developed a solution called Fit4Power that can reduce the size of two-stroke ship engine cylinders by 25% while improving efficiency and helping vessels comply with emissions regulations. Toyota, Denso, and Electreon are collaborating to develop and standardize wireless electric vehicle charging technology. Cummins and Editron plan to co-develop a single hybrid marine solution to reduce emissions in the shipping industry by up to 100% depending on use. Hyundai Mobis has unveiled an electric vehicle system that installs drive motors directly in wheel hubs.
MetaLoop is a proposed elevated transit network above existing roads and rails in cities that aims to address congestion, emissions, and lack of space through integrated mobility and renewable energy generation. It would transport people and goods while generating green energy and cooling cities. By optimizing resource flows within a single infrastructure platform using biomimetic design principles, MetaLoop seeks to simultaneously improve transportation, jobs, growth, and sustainability outcomes for cities working towards net zero emissions by 2050.
This brochure describes the practical experiences of the cities’ introduction and extension of the usage of sharing schemes with traditional bicycles, electric bicycles as well as with electric and hybrid cars. Numerous advantages of sharing schemes are pointed out in the brochure. Besides saving money for the individual and improving the environment, the concept paves the way for multi-modal use of transport systems since the vehicle-sharing concept excels at high flexibility due to the independency of timetables and predetermined routes. Automated sharing systems can reliably be in operation year-round, day and night. Furthermore, the user freely chooses the fastest route to his destination not being bound to bus or train lines. In other words, a vehicle-sharing system adds customer value to the whole transport chain.
DYN@MO (2012-2016) is part of the CIVITAS Initiative, supporting cities to introduce ambitious transport measures and policies towards sustainable urban mobility.
Automated technology is driving changes in real estate, especially for industrial and logistics properties. Three key technologies are autonomous vehicles, 3D printing, and increased automation in warehouses. Autonomous vehicles have the potential to significantly cut labor costs for trucking and expand the coverage area trucks can provide. This may lead to construction of more remote and larger warehouses. Increased automation in warehouses will also change building requirements to accommodate new technology and robotics. Overall, these technologies are expected to transform supply chain networks and the industrial and logistics real estate sector.
- The document proposes a vision for on-demand urban air transportation using electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft to reduce commuting times. It notes that current commutes waste millions of hours per day and proposes that eVTOL aircraft, which could fly point-to-point faster than driving, could help solve this problem.
- However, several challenges must be addressed first, including developing new certification processes for novel aircraft, advancing battery technology for longer ranges and faster charging, demonstrating vehicle designs that are efficient enough, and establishing air traffic control systems for higher densities of air traffic near cities. Addressing these challenges will be key to making on-demand urban air transportation via eVTOL aircraft a
- The document discusses a vision for on-demand urban air transportation using electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft to reduce commuting times between cities and within cities. It notes that millions of hours are wasted daily on road commutes worldwide.
- eVTOL aircraft could travel point-to-point in 3D without being constrained to fixed routes like roads or rails. The document argues this new form of transportation could ultimately be cheaper than owning a car if production volumes are high enough.
- However, it acknowledges critical challenges including complying with aviation certification regulations, developing sufficient battery technology, and gaining public acceptance.
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The document announces an architectural design competition for two new ferry terminals in Kochi, India - at Vytilla and Fort Cochin. It provides background information on the Kochi Water Metro project and details on the competition brief, including site context, functional requirements, design considerations and principles. Participants are asked to submit design proposals that integrate the ferry terminals sensitively into their unique environments, while creating iconic landmarks. The competition aims to select designs for the terminals that will be constructed in 2018.
This document provides details about a public consultation to gather input on a transport study being conducted in the West of England over the next 20 years. The study will inform a strategy and plans for major transport projects to address issues like congestion, limited travel options, and supporting planned population and economic growth while reducing environmental impacts. Residents are encouraged to participate in the consultation to help shape the solutions considered.
Due to rapid unplanned development, versatile land use, rapid population
growth, poor public transport system and increase of private car users, traffic
problems are worsening day by day. The only mass transit is bus which is
insufficient in terms of safety, capacity, comfort, and convenience. Considering
the worsening congestion, it is high time to develop effective mass transit
system such as Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) as a means for achieving sustainable
urban transport in the city
The study found that tramway systems have a lower carbon footprint over their 30-year lifetimes compared to all types of bus rapid transit (BRT) systems. While BRTs have some initial construction and manufacturing advantages, tramways produce significantly less greenhouse gas emissions during the operation and maintenance phase due to their improved energy efficiency. Even when accounting for variations in electricity sources, the tramway systems studied still emitted less carbon over their lifecycles. An optimized tramway system called Attractis developed by Alstom performed best of all, cutting construction phase emissions by over 20% compared to standard tramway systems.
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1. A real ‘step change’ in city transportation logistics, Freight*Bus marks the
integration of passenger and freight transportation. It will have a
profound impact on city infrastructure, providing increased passenger and
freight capacity, improved convenience and service, whilst reducing
congestion, pollution and real costs.
‘On-Route’ is a radical new urban transportation system concept which would see a
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Freight*BUS™ optimise the carrying of passengers and freight, thereby tackling the
problems of both congestion and pollution.
The Freight*BUS has been designed with a zero-emission propulsion system able to
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accommodate either a battery fuel-cell system or small bio gas generator to
maintain fully charged batteries. It also features other state-of-the art technologies
such as distributed wheel motors and
completely new inventions, like ceiling-
suspended seating and a patent-
protected pallet-less lifting and handling
device. The ability to turn in its own
length & ‘crab steer’ is great for tight fit
bus stops & bus station manoeuvres.
This avant-garde concept requires a
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whole new way of thinking about urban
transportation systems; stakeholders are
invited to help take this model to the next
level.
A multi disciplined design specialist has come up with a radical urban transport proposal, called On-
Route, which he believes tackles the two biggest problems caused by city-centre transport today;
congestion and pollution. Hugh Frost’s Freight*BUS™ www.freight-bus.co.uk is an innovative new
design that combines a passenger-carrying bus with that of freight haulage with the minimum of
disruption to either service. It can be reconfigured in seconds by the conductor or driver to carry
freight and passengers. Furthermore, passenger space & freight space can be easily adjusted to
match demand.
Frost’s proposal was submitted to Transport for London (TfL)’s ‘A New Bus for London’ competition,’
which Mayor of London Boris Johnson launched earlier this year. Although the Freight*BUS was not
the final winner of the competition, Hugh Frost, designer and concept originator of the On-Route
system www.onroutebus.co.uk and the Freight*BUS still wishes to take his idea to the next level and
is now looking for stakeholders to help him do this. These could be in the form of bus or commercial
vehicle manufacturers who are interested in developing the Freight*BUS from conceptual state into
a full-blown prototype; a municipality which would consider trialling the On-Route system, or
stakeholder investors, such as venture capitalists that specialise in environmental transportation
solutions.
“Taking London as an example, the most optimistic proposals put the average occupancy of its
buses at 25%. However, our calculations show that for around four hours a day, their utilisation
2. drops to as low as 20%,” Frost says. “Despite this, city authorities are tasked with increasing the
numbers of vehicles, routes and service frequency to supposedly reduce congestion and improve
services. My idea is to put our cities’ buses to good use by using them to provide an alternative city
freight system at times of low passenger capacity utilisation. This could reduce the numbers of
freight vehicles on city roads by as much as 30%. By using the buses to carry freight in the evening
and overnight, the utilisation of these vehicles would be maximised, offering maximum return on
investment (ROI) and substantially increased revenue from the vehicles. However, in order to fulfil
this dual role, the entire concept of buses, as we know them today, needs to be revisualised.”
With this in the mind, the Freight*Bus has been designed to allow varying combinations of
passenger & freight space to match demand. In full passenger configuration, it provides seating for
up to 90 passengers - that’s 43 more than the bendy-bus and standing room for a further 40
passengers. With standing room only on the lower deck, it could accommodate 150 people with 52
seated. Meanwhile, in its full freight configuration the Freight*BUS is designed to accommodate 35
freight pods (equivalent to 35 europallets).
Loaded with other State-of-the-Art Technology
The Freight*BUS combines a number of completely new ideas, patents for which have already been
applied, combined with leading-edge technology that is already proven in automotive applications or
is undergoing extensive on-road trials.
The design of Freight*BUS will readily accommodate battery or fuel cell technology. The 200mm
deep space in the main floor of the bus will house batteries or fuel cells and the accompanying
hydrogen storage tanks (if required). Indeed, it is envisaged that when fuel cell technology is
affordable, that the fleet could be easily switched to this propulsion system, while keeping the drive
motors and control systems in place.
Similarly, its re-configurable interior design
could even be broadly applied to existing
vehicles built with combustion engines.
However, it is the designer’s view that the
latest and emerging advances in battery
technology will make the re-fit and the use
of hydrogen and fuel cells unnecessary.
Freight*BUS would also feature the very
latest in other emission-saving technology ,
such as distributed wheel motors which can
be as much as 50% more efficient that
central motors.
With the latest battery technology, an 80% recharge is possible in around 1 minute. This could be
done at bus stations or other major stops, with a recharge point built into key bus stops. These 1
minute recharges do not seriously affect battery life and can be performed within the duration of a
standard stop. Alternatively, in the short term, the electric drive &
battery storage system could be ‘hybridised’ with a small, efficient,
clean burning LPG fuelled, 2 litre generator to top up batteries on
the move. Adopting the all battery concept will enable off peak
green energy to be stored in the vast reservoir of battery energy
that would be created by large fleets of the Freight*Bus.
3. In respect of carriage versatility, seating is suspended from the ceiling and can be configured for
almost any combination of passenger & freight space between these limits. This is achieved by
designing the seating to be folded away. In fact, each 2 person seat (on both decks) can be folded
into the ceiling in seconds. Seats are fixed to the ceiling through special anti-vibration mounts to
improve ride quality. In terms of the vehicle’s freight-carrying capabilities, a pallet-less lifting &
handling device is key to easy loading/unloading. Indeed, a crucial part of the interior design is a
compact, low cost pod handling system, which has patent protection.
Route Consolidation
When looking at the idea of consolidation in relation to bus routes and passenger transport, Frost
quickly realised that not only were there opportunities to improve bus routing & linking with other
transport services and types using consolidation principals, but that there is an even bigger
opportunity to use the buses for freight as well as passenger movement that would reduce the
numbers of goods vehicles on city roads (especially light goods vans which are responsible for 15% of
all UK carbon emissions from all forms of transportation) by as much as 50%. He remarks: “We
looked at passenger & freight systems end to end and concluded that there is sufficient overlap to
be able to build on and integrate existing infrastructure of both passenger & freight systems.
However, it will be necessary to develop consolidation centres and cross-docks for freight
movement, and hubs for passenger and freight delivery and collection. Many of these elements
already exist and can be linked into existing infrastructure such as bus/rail stations & depots;
haulage/sorting depots etc. Hubs would also be located at major bus stops, and concentrations of
retail, commercial & light industrial units.
Frost points to studies which have already been carried out in London showing that the
implementation of alternative freight systems, including the use of ‘Consolidation Centres’ in city
areas can give exceptional results. One such study found a 68% reduction in construction vehicles
entering the City of London for the project, an average journey time reduction of 2 hours, a circa
75% reduction of CO2 emissions, and a 10% reduction in local distribution journey times. The On-
Route Bus supports the existing aims of the London Freight Plan as set out of in the Mayor of
London’s existing Transport Strategy.
For more details of the On-Route and Freight*BUS concept, see
www.onroutebus.co.uk
Hugh Frost