Transportation - General

This book is about government regulations effecting the trucking industry, which I propose are actually hurting the industry. Buried in dozens of pages of the Federal Register is a statement that sleep deprivation should not occur when drivers obtain regular sleep. Drivers are not...

Transport policy has dramatically changed over the last ten years with major regulatory reforms and privatisation of transport enterprises. Part 1 presents an authoritative statement of the theoretical arguments for and against regulatory reform, the changing political scene in North America and the different...

This volume of Research in Transportation Economics reflects the changes that are occurring in the transportation arena as we enter the twenty-first century. In the US, the transportation industries, rail and trucking in particular, are still adjusting to deregulation that has taken place since...

A fancy flight of lyrics specifies that Santa Catalina Island is 26 miles across the sea. But mapmakers put the distance at 19.7 miles from the closest island point, Doctor's Cove (near Arrow Point), to the closest mainland locale, Point Fermin at San Pedro....

Railway Pantograph-Catenary System unlocks the theoretical and practical complexities of this key element in high-speed railway electrification. This authoritative volume offers a focused exploration of optimization approaches for the electrical contact process, ensuring consistent, reliable, and efficient performance by addressing the system's underlying dynamics,...

International Perspectives on Public Transport Responses to COVID-19 International Perspectives on Public Transport Responses to COVID-19 examines the pandemic response of transport policymakers around the world and analyzes what can be learned to prepare for the next epidemic--or any other critical event that threatens...

What was travel like in the 1880s? Was it easy to get from place to place? Were the rides comfortable? How long did journeys take? Wet Britches and Muddy Boots describes all forms of public transport from canal boats to oceangoing vessels, passenger trains...

Author: Vitalii TkachenkoISBN-13: 9798869054296Publisher: Be Art New YorkLanguage: EnglishPublished: 09/01/2025Pages: 86Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.98lbsSize: 8.50h x 8.50w x 0.38d

Author: David M. LevinsonISBN-10: 138957511XISBN-13: 9781389575112Publisher: BlurbLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/17/2025Pages: 202Format: HardcoverWeight: 1.74lbsSize: 10.00h x 8.00w x 0.69d

TIMEWORN TREASURES - The 2026 Rust in Peace calendar showcases beautifully decayed vintage vehicles that have found their final resting place in scenic, rural landscapes. Each month offers a nostalgic glimpse into automotive history with character-rich trucks, cars, and tractors weathered by time and...

The Mississippi Driver's Handbook is your essential companion for understanding the rules of the road, navigating traffic laws, and becoming a responsible, skilled driver in the state of Mississippi. Whether you're a new driver or seeking to refresh your knowledge, this comprehensive guide covers...

The application of the mandatory rules contained in Chapter XI-2 of the SOLAS Convention, known as the ISPS Code (adopted on the 12th of December 2002, in force since the 1st of July 2004), as well as of the Regulation of the European Parliament...

The application of the mandatory rules contained in Chapter XI-2 of the SOLAS Convention, known as the ISPS Code (adopted on the 12th of December 2002, in force since the 1st of July 2004), as well as of the Regulation of the European Parliament...

The application of the mandatory rules contained in Chapter XI-2 of the SOLAS Convention, known as the ISPS Code (adopted on the 12th of December 2002, in force since the 1st of July 2004), as well as of the Regulation of the European Parliament...

The Silk Road of the 21st Century, announced by Chinese President Xi Jinping in 2013, will certainly change the world. It will definitely stimulate economic growth and prosperity in China, the rest of Asia and elsewhere. But how can we prevent the environmental damage...

While modern cities continue to grow and become more efficient in many sectors as their population increases, public transportation has not yet caught up. As a significant industry in contemporary society, further progress in transportation systems is more vital than ever. Engineering Tools and...

Sustainable travel expert Peter Cox shows how individual choices about how to move from one place to another shape the ways we relate to the world and to each other, and in turn, how all this shapes us as people and ultimately affects worldwide...

Author: Simon P. VilleISBN-10: 1349209376ISBN-13: 9781349209378Publisher: Palgrave MacMillanLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/01/1990Pages: 266Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.79lbsSize: 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.63d

For more than a century Blue Funnel ships, managed from Liverpool by Alfred Holt and Company, held a unique place in Britain's shipping industry. Starting as pioneers of cargo liners between Liverpool and the Far East in 1866, the Company maintained a fine reputation...

This two volume book presents an in-depth analysis of many of the most important issues facing today's shipping and port sectors. Volume 2 of Dynamic Shipping and Port Development in the Globalized Economy focuses on the emerging trends in ports.Author: Paul Yae-Woo LeeISBN-10: 1137514272ISBN-13:...

Traffic congestion affects towns and cities everywhere and in some places it is regarded as one of the most urgent and important problems in need of a solution. Road pricing is undoubtedly recognised as an effective traffic demand management tool. The recent London congestion...

Financing European Transport Infrastructure examines organisational arrangements for planning and financing transport infrastructure in Western Europe. It covers all modes of transport - road, rail, sea, air, urban, and inland waterways - and asks why their financing arrangements are so different. It looks at...

Since the end of World War II, European airlines have revealed their own operational style. By analyzing seven European flag-carriers, Dienel and Lyth provide a comparative study of the airline business, covering government policy, aircraft procurement, network growth, commercial performance and collaboration with other...

Transport policy has dramatically changed over the last ten years with major regulatory reforms and privatisation of transport enterprises. Part 1 presents an authoritative statement of the theoretical arguments for and against regulatory reform, the changing political scene in North America and the different...

Publisher's Note: Products purchased from Third Party sellers are not guaranteed by the publisher for quality, authenticity, or access to any online entitlements included with the productPOWER TO PASS THE PE DEPTH EXAMEverything you need to pass the Transportation Engineering Depth Exam!Focused, intense, powerful,...

Commodore: War, Peace and Big Ships is the stirring third and final volume in Sir James Bisset's celebrated maritime trilogy. With vivid prose and the keen insight of a seasoned master mariner, Bisset recounts the twilight of his extraordinary career, one that spanned the...

A detailed engineering study of drainage systems used on highways and roads. This work explores various structural considerations, hydraulic design principles, and practical applications for managing stormwater runoff. Essential reading for civil engineers, transportation planners, and anyone involved in the design and maintenance of...

Soon after starting work on the development of a methodology for national trans- portation planning in Venezuela, we realized the importance of an integrated management process for such an effort. We also realized the absence in the literature of specific guidelines on how to...

From the groundbreaking debut of hybrid prototypes to the dawn of the Hypercar era, Enduring the Distance tells the full, in-depth story of the FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC). Covering every season since 2012, this authoritative and engaging account traces the rise of endurance...

Author: James Schultz,Nasa History OfficeISBN-10: 1782661093ISBN-13: 9781782661092Publisher: www.Militarybookshop.Co.UKLanguage: EnglishPublished: 12/30/2003Pages: 244Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.97lbsSize: 9.69h x 7.44w x 0.51d

Using information derived from research and interviews with cab drivers, Vidich has written a basic work on New York City cab drivers (hacks) that also provides passengers (fares) with a survival manual. Cab drivers are quoted by newspaper columnists, politicians, and at dinner parties;...

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,...

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our...

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our...

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...

Discusses the basic concept and practical conditions of financial resources for transportation systems. After describing the theoretical basis of burden, this book introduces the policies and financial systems established for transportation in some developed countries (Germany, France, UK, USA, Japan) and compares them from...

Notes on railroad accidents collects and examines various incidents involving railroad disasters using firsthand knowledge of the industry. The work highlights the evolving safety practices and regulations shaped by these events and reflects on the balance between human vulnerability and technological progress. The analysis...

"Michigan Roads And Pavements, Volume 19" offers a detailed look into the development and maintenance of roadways in Michigan. Compiled from the collective expertise of the Michigan State Good Roads Association, the Michigan Association of Road Commissioners and Engineers, the Northern Michigan Road Builders'...

Master the Fast-Paced World of Freight Dispatching with Expert Strategies!Are you ready to dominate the transportation industry as a skilled dispatcher? Dispatch Operations: Best Practices for the Transportation Industry is your ultimate guide to navigating the complexities of freight logistics, whether you're an aspiring...

The model transfer approach is based on the idea that estimated model parameters from a previous study may in a different context provide useful information for estimating the parameters for the same model in a new context even when the true values of the...

The Fight for Maglev tells how Maglev, the first new transport mode since the airplane, will soon transform transportation in America and the World. 300 mph magnetically levitated and propelled vehicles have no engine, do not burn oil, do not emit pollutants and greenhouse...

""Care And Operation Of The Caterpillar 45 Tractor"" is a book published in 1917 by The Holt Manufacturing Company. The book provides a comprehensive guide to the maintenance and operation of the Caterpillar 45 tractor, which was a popular agricultural machine at the time....

The Nickel Plate Road: The History Of A Great Railroad is a comprehensive book written by Taylor Hampton that delves into the rich history of one of America's most iconic railroads. The book traces the origins of the Nickel Plate Road, from its inception...

""The Location, Construction and Maintenance of Roads"" is a comprehensive guidebook written by John M. Goodell in 1918. The book covers all aspects of road building and maintenance, from selecting the best location for a road to designing and constructing it properly. The author...

Explore the fascinating world of early urban transport with "The Pneumatic Despatch Tube System of the Batcheller Pneumatic Tube Co." by B. C. Batcheller. This detailed historical account delves into the ingenious mechanical engineering behind pneumatic-tube transportation, also known as despatch tubes. Discover the...

This informative volume compiles papers presented at annual meetings of the American Street and Interurban Railway Association, covering a wide range of topics related to transportation, including engineering innovations, safety measures, and industry trends.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important,...

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,...

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,...

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,...

The advancements in decision sciences theory and applications can be regarded as a continuously emerging field in all areas of interest including technology, industry, energy, healthcare, education, agriculture, social sciences, and more. Managers in all disciplines face an endless list of complex issues every...