Transportation - General

The motorised wheels of war begin to turn In 1914 as the B. E. F was quickly hurried to the battle lines-by whatever means possible-British troops were amused to see familiar commercial vehicles trundle past, resplendent with their colourful advertisements for household products. The...

All the Livelong Day is a creative nonfiction narrative by Richard Neil detailing theThanksgiving Wreck at Woodstock, on November 25, 1951. The true account is narrated by the son of the fireman on Southern Railway's Second 47, The Crescent, southbound from Birmingham to Meridian,...

One third of people living in the United States do not have a driver license. Because the majority of involuntary nondrivers are disabled, lower income, unhoused, formerly incarcerated, undocumented immigrants, kids, young people, and the elderly, they are largely invisible. The consequence of this...

Revitalizing A Nation: Competition and Innovation in the US Transportation System argues that it would be far more efficient and equitable if US policymakers prioritized greater competition and innovation instead of relying on taxpayer-funded spending to significantly improve the transportation system. Author: Clifford Winston,...

The book traces the evolution of the Farmall tractor from the early Titans and Moguls through to modern times.The book includes well-researched accounts of the development of the original Farmall, the Letter Series, 4100, Cub, and other legendary IHC tractors, with first-hand accounts from...

First published in 2000 as volume 20 in the NASA "Monograph in Aerospace History" series. This study contains photographs and illustrations.Author: Gene L. Waltman, Nasa History DivisionISBN-10: 1780393229ISBN-13: 9781780393223Publisher: www.Militarybookshop.Co.UKLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/01/2011Pages: 244Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.27lbsSize: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.51d

The Volpe Center Acoustics Facility, in support of the Federal Highway Administration, investigated theinfluence of temperature on tire/pavement noise in order to provide guidance on correcting for temperature variations in measured sound levels. Several traffic noise and vehicle pass-by data sets with broad variation...

The Volpe Center Acoustics Facility, in support of the California Department of Transportation, participated in a long-term study to assess several types of pavement for the purpose of noise abatement. On a 6.4-km (4-mi) stretch of a 2-lane highway in Southern California, several asphalt...

This account of the extraordinary growth of the Greek ship-operating industry following the Second World War is a major breakthrough. The body of data presented and analysed makes it possible to form an informed historical view of Greek pre-eminence in sea transport.Author: Gelina HarlaftisISBN-10:...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you...

Chats About Driving is a book published in 1894 by the French Carriage Company Publisher. This book is a comprehensive guide to the art of driving, providing readers with insights into the history and development of driving, as well as practical advice on how...

**The 2011 paperback version of this book is an exact reprint of the hardback, originally printed in 1995** The editor and his contributors take an international perspective on the links between land use, development and transport and present the latest thinking, the theory and...

This is my 21st book of my writing career which was written during the Covid 19 lock downs. I also have a different style of writing then most famous authors who write "drafts" then have editors-proofreaders correct everything. My style of writing is called...

This coloring book includes superb high quality images of School Bus designed to entertain and enjoy and engage. Featuring a variety of illustrations that are ready to color, this coloring book is sure to satisfy anyone who likes to color.Feature: 29 Coloring pages Unique...

Originally published in 1887, this early work by American missionary Hampden Coit DuBose is both expensive and hard to find in its first edition. It contains a wealth of information on the religions of China. This fascinating work is thoroughly recommended for those interested...

Explore just about every inch of the Ford pilot Pygmy in photographs and essay. This is one of only two of the original "jeep" pilots known to have survived through today. The other is the Budd bodied Ford pilot. The author had full access...

This book provides a fascinating insight into the life and work of the Rev. Edward T. Taylor, a highly respected preacher in 19th-century America. Including anecdotes and stories from his life, as well as details of his work among seamen and other marginalized groups,...

This introduction to the world of motorhoming has been written for anyone who has ever wondered about wandering - keen to embrace the freedom and fun of the open road and unsure where to start. When Ali and Mike Kingston set off on their...

The Paris Agreement on Climate Change adopted on December 12, 2015 is a voluntary effort to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. In order to reach the goals of this agreement, there is a need to generate electricity without greenhouse gas emissions and to electrify transportation....

The veteran British endurance racing driver with the most Nürburgring 24 hour race starts at the fearsome 'Green Hell', Peter Cate has achieved success across more than thirty years of top-level competition.RACING HELL is a candid, behind-the-scenes exposé for aspiring racers to better prepare...

Immediately after World War II, several Houston-based firms organized to transport natural gas from the giant fields of the Southwest to the large utility companies that distributed energy in the urban-industrial centers along the East coast. This relatively inexpensive and clean-burning fuel quickly made...

Businessman George Whetman, who managed automobile dealerships in Draper, Utah, between 1931 and 1960, predicted that one day the town would become "the Beverly Hills of the state." His prediction was remarkably accurate. Draper has been ranked as one of the most livable cities...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

Discover the engineering marvels behind the proposed London-Paris Railway with this fascinating book by William Collard. Collard explains the technical challenges of building a railway tunnel beneath the English Channel, as well as the economic and political implications of linking these two great cities....

Old bridges do more than just span rivers. They provide an important historical connection between the hopes and dreams of the people who built them and those who continue to benefit from their use today. Many of Montana's historic highway bridges are symbols of...

This book covers five fundamental pillars paving the road towards future of connected autonomous electric vehicles and smart cities. The connectivity pillar covers the latest technologies on vehicle-to-everything (V2X) networking and vehicular cloud computing, focusing on their role towards vehicle autonomy and smart cities...

New York's unique and majestic canals stretch over 524 miles from Albany to Buffalo and between the southern tier counties of Tompkins and Schuyler to the Quebec border. While much has been written on the nation building Erie Canal of the nineteenth century, much...

Author: Ilse SchoemanISBN-10: 178466233XISBN-13: 9781784662332Publisher: WitpressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 05/15/2017Pages: 192Format: HardcoverWeight: 1.22lbsSize: 10.00h x 7.00w x 0.50d

"Freight Hauling Business" is an insightful book that delves into the world of logistics and transportation. Exploring the intricacies of moving goods efficiently from one location to another, this book provides a comprehensive overview of the freight hauling industry. Readers will gain valuable insights...

June 1631 - Baltimore, Ireland"Malcolm woke up just before dawn broke over the cove. He heard a loud crash and climbed out of bed. He sniffed the air and smelled smoke. He was barely six years old, but he knew something bad was happening....

Are you a beginner struggling with the art of driving a manual transmission car? Do you find yourself stalling, jerking, or feeling overwhelmed every time you get behind the wheel? If so, "How to Drive a Manual Car for Beginners" is the book you've...

Author: Anonym AnonymISBN-10: 3861951835ISBN-13: 9783861951834Publisher: Salzwasser-Verlag GmbhLanguage: EnglishPublished: 12/29/2009Pages: 86Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.27lbsSize: 8.27h x 5.83w x 0.21d

ONE OF THE MOST IN-DEMAND OCCUPATIONS today is truck driver. Truckers drive heavy-duty trucks and tractor-trailers on local routes or across North America. Trucks convey more than 70 percent of domestic freight. The demand for truckers who can deliver the goods continues to grow...

Author: Bob WilliamsISBN-10: 1596934387ISBN-13: 9781596934382Publisher: Artech House PublishersLanguage: EnglishPublished: 04/30/2008Pages: 816Format: HardcoverWeight: 3.56lbsSize: 10.00h x 7.00w x 1.69d

The dawn of aviation began with lighter-than-air craft and gliders. They were in the forefront of what eventually led to the Wright brothers' activities at Kitty Hawk. The Navy's early use of lighter-than-air craft may be traced back to the American Civil War. However,...

'Transport Planning and Traffic Engineering' is a comprehensive textbook on the relevant principles and practice. It includes sections on transport policy and planning, traffic surveys and accident investigation, road design for capacity and safety, and traffic management. Clearly written and illustrated, the book is...

Planning and Operation of Container Terminals provides methodologies to optimize the design of container handling systems. The book offers various optimization models and details how to apply the models. In addition, it captures key points of academic research to provide a thorough and up-to-date...

From European Dwelling Settlements to Global Cities looks at the pattern of urbanization, planning and development of spatial culture-regular and periodic-on the Tamil coast in the early modern world and the historical processes that shaped them. It examines the establishment and growth of the...

Are you about to take the New Jersey DMV driver writing test? Whether you are a first-time driver, a new resident, or eligible for reinstatement this book will test your knowledge with real questions and answers. This book is meant to supply useful and...

Across the country, communities are embracing a new and safer way to build streets for everyone--even as they struggle to change decades of rules, practice, and politics that prioritize cars. They have discovered that changing the design of a single street is not enough:...

Trouble shooting WW2 wheeled military trucks has never been easier Automotive Trouble Shooting For World War Two Wheeled Vehicles, Volume 2, is a useful manual for anyone and it takes off where volume one ended Learn about the engine oil system. Do you know...

The combines built by International Harvester and Case IH were some of the most innovative in history, and this encyclopedic volume chronicles their history. Red Combines 1915-2020 includes photographs and details about every red combine built in the United States and abroad, and tells...

This coloring book includes superb high quality images of School Bus designed to entertain and enjoy and engage. Featuring a variety of illustrations that are ready to color, this coloring book is sure to satisfy anyone who likes to color.Feature: 29 Coloring pages Unique...

Minnesota is often called the Land of 10,000 Lakes, but it could also be called the Land of 20,000 Bridges. During the early days of the state, the Mississippi River and its many tributaries barred and disrupted transportation and commerce. To span these obstacles,...

Bringing together scholars from multiple fields, and using the results from a number of research projects, this book takes the discussion one step further by exploring the policy instruments available and needed for the governance of smart mobility.Author: Alexander PaulssonISBN-10: 1839826517ISBN-13: 9781839826511Publisher: Emerald Publishing...

If you want to know what the real deal is about when it comes to Trucking in America, well here it is. Over the road Truckers go through allot in their everyday life in order to keep the wheels turning in our economy today....

During the pandemic, transportation industries have heavily suffered from the overall lack of passengers. A substantial share of employees have has been laid-off, and others have turned to different industries. As mass vaccinations begin worldwide, movement restrictions will continue to evolve and disappear in...

Did you know that personal stories can carry superpower effects & be destined to transform peoples lives?! During a time such as the Covid-19 pandemic where people were disconnected; it was our mission and superpower, to preserve mental health, love, connection & support of...

The presence of ancient road networks in the New World is a puzzle, because they predate the use of wheeled transport vehicles. But whatever their diverse functions may have been, they remain the only tangible indication of how extinct American societies were regionally organised....

The development of transportation policy in Los Angeles is a history of extremes: in the 1920s, the city had the largest regional rail network in the world, which was completely abolished 40 years later. In its place, a vast network of freeways was built...