Transportation - General

The National Transport Development Policy Committee (NTDPC) was constituted by the Government of India to formulate a long-term transport blueprint for the country. The NTDPC Report -- designed as a five-volume set -- comprehensively examines all aspects of the Indian transport sector and recommends...

Transport discourse often concentrates on what is missing from transport policy and practice in developing countries vis-Ã -vis high-income countries rather than articulating local creativity in responding to transport needs as revealed in informal public transport modes such as matatu, motorcycle, bicycle and animal...

While the operational realities of intermodal transport are relatively well known, the institutional challenges are less well understood. This book provides an overview of intermodal transport and logistics including the policy background, emerging industry trends and academic approaches. Establishing the three key features of...

First published in 1998, this volume enters the debate on human behaviour in the form of neural networks in a spatial context. As most transportation research techniques had been developed in the 1960s and 1970s, these authors sought to bring that research into the...

First published in 1999, this volume responded to the drastic fluctuations in policy changes within the European Union and explored the potential for the various transportation framework programmes financed by the European Commission. The contributors offer an array of recent advances in transportation with...

For the last seven decades, urban settlement policy worldwide has been increasingly dominated by modernist precepts and by urban decisions made in discipline-specific 'silos'. The urban management consequences have been invariably negative, with increasing sprawl, fragmentation and separation resulting in a wide range of...

Global trends in policy and technology related fields are rapidly reshaping the port industry worldwide. International in scope, this volume provides multidisciplinary insights into the role port cities adopt in dealing with global supply chains. Throughout the book, concepts of strategic management, supply chain...

During the 1990s there were two major developments to the Common EU Maritime Transport Policy (CMTP): the establishment of European Union policies on safe seas and on shortsea shipping respectively. This book critically analyzes and appraises these and other developments to the CMTP in...

This work applies the theory and techniques of economic efficiency measurement to the realistic context of the ports industry. The objective is to assess the practical impact of port privatization policies upon the economic performance of the sector. Specifically, this volume presents Korea's port...

This book is about how societies around the world can accelerate innovation in sustainable transport. It examines the relationship between policy change and the development of technological innovations in low carbon vehicle technologies, including biofuels, hybrid-electric vehicles, electric vehicles and fuel cells. Examining this...

Cruise Operations Management provides a comprehensive and contextualised overview of hospitality services for the cruise industry. As well as providing a background to the cruise industry, it also looks deeper into the management issues providing a practical guide for both students and professionals alike....

Reading Dr. Gould's excellent guide to handling medical emergencies and having it aboard as a ready reference can make any boater more confident in coping with a medical emergency afloat. Special sections on using the radio and dealing with a medical evacuation will be...

As the emphasis in construction moves from building new bridges to maintenance and rehabilitation of existing stock, bridge management is becoming an increasingly important subject. This is the definitive, single volume reference for professionals and postgraduates, covering the whole gamut of bridge management topics....

Bringing together a comparative analysis of the accessibility by public transport of 23 cities spanning four continents, this book provides a "hands-on" introduction to the evolution, rationale and effectiveness of a new generation of accessibility planning tools that have emerged since the mid-2000s. The...

Medium- and heavy-duty trucks, motor coaches, and transit buses - collectively, "medium- and heavy-duty vehicles", or MHDVs - are used in every sector of the economy. The fuel consumption and greenhouse gas emissions of MHDVs have become a focus of legislative and regulatory action...

Evidence from the public health sector demonstrates that health care is only one of the determinants of health, which also include genes, behavior, social factors, and the built environment. These contextual elements are key to understanding why health care organizations are motivated to focus...

The 21st Century Truck Partnership (21CTP) works to reduce fuel consumption and emissions, increase heavy-duty vehicle safety, and support research, development, and demonstration to initiate commercially viable products and systems. This report is the third in a series of three by the National Academies...

From daily commutes to cross-country road trips, millions of light-duty vehicles are on the road every day. The transportation sector is one of the United States' largest sources of greenhouse gas emissions, and fuel is an important cost for drivers. The period from 2025-2035...

In the past few years, interest in plug-in electric vehicles (PEVs) has grown. Advances in battery and other technologies, new federal standards for carbon-dioxide emissions and fuel economy, state zero-emission-vehicle requirements, and the current administration's goal of putting millions of alternative-fuel vehicles on the...

Nearly everyone experiences fatigue, but some professions--such as aviation, medicine and the military--demand alert, precise, rapid, and well-informed decision making and communication with little margin for error. The potential for fatigue to negatively affect human performance is well established. Concern about this potential in...

The public-private partnership to develop vehicles that require less petroleum-based fuel and emit fewer greenhouse gases should continue to include fuel cells and other hydrogen technologies in its research and development portfolio. The third volume in the FreedomCAR series states that, although the partnership's...

The National Research Council of the National Academies was requested by the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) to perform an independent assessment of NASA's National Aviation Operations Monitoring Service (NAOMS) project, which was a survey administered to pilots from April 2001 through December...

From a public health perspective, motor vehicle crashes are among the most serious problems facing teenagers. Even after more than six months of being licensed to drive alone, teens are two to three times more likely to be in a fatal crash than are...

In 1997, Congress, in the conference report, H.R. 105-271, to the FY1998 Energy and Water Development Appropriation Bill, directed the National Research Council (NRC) to carry out a series of assessments of project management at the Department of Energy (DOE). The final report in...

Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) technology is gaining rapid acceptance as a means to track a wide array of manufactured objects. Currently, RFID technologies have shown promise in transportation (e.g., smart fare cards) and commerce (e.g., inventory control) for a variety of uses and are...

For the past few years, the Corps has been working on what is known as the Restructured Upper Mississippi River-Illinois Waterway Feasibility Study, the heart of which is a multibillion-dollar proposal to double the length of up to a dozen locks on the river....

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has a long history of managing navigation, floods, and other water-related issues on the Upper Mississippi and Illinois Rivers. A recent chapter in that history is the problem of waterway congestion at several locks on the lower portion...

The COVID-19 pandemic has challenged the world's preparedness for a respiratory virus event. While the world has been combating COVID-19, seasonal and pandemic influenza remain imminent global health threats. Non-vaccine public health control measures can combat emerging and ongoing influenza outbreaks by mitigating viral...

Boston's Central Artery/Tunnel Project, a 7.8 mile system of bridges and underground highways and ramps, is the most expensive public works project ever undertaken in the United States. The original cost estimate of $2.6 billion has already been exceeded by $12 billion, and the...

Author: National Research Council,Committee on Infrastructure InnovationISBN-10: 0309078148ISBN-13: 9780309078146Publisher: National Academies PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 02/01/1987Pages: 114Format: Paperback

The surface transportation system is vital to our nation's economy, defense, and quality of life. Because threats against the system have hitherto been perceived as minor, little attention has been paid to its security. But the world is changing, as highlighted by dramatic incidents...

As part of the national effort to improve aviation safety, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) chartered the National Research Council to examine and recommend improvements in the aircraft certification process currently used by the FAA, manufacturers, and operators.Author: National Research Council,Division on Engineering and...

Our Power: The Anthology - Melanated Queens Rising Beyond DisabilitiesThis compelling anthology illuminates the extraordinary journeys of ten resilient Black women who have transformed their struggles into triumphs. Our Power: The Anthology - Melanated Queens Rising Beyond Disabilities is a tapestry of heartfelt narratives...

The objective of this book is to suggest solutions to our 21st Century reional transportation problems. The author's proposals address a variety of regional transportation concepts, in case study format, regarding the current dilemma of how to implement improvements to the Tappan Zee Bridge....

Are you looking to take your car to the next level but don't know where to start? Whether you're a car enthusiast, a DIYer, or someone looking to enhance your vehicle's performance, understanding the chassis setup is your first step toward achieving better handling,...

This book should be titled, Truck Dispatching 101, because its A Quick Guide for Beginners Are you ready to launch a rewarding career as a truck dispatcher? Truck Dispatching 101 is your essential guide to mastering the basics and thriving in this fast-paced industry.This...

The Department of Transportation (USDOT or DOT) is a federal cabinet department of the United States government. The office's main concerns are those associated with transportation and transportation needs across the country. Established in 1967, the DOT is administered by the United States Secretary...

This practical handbook, "Tables for Setting Out Curves From 101 Feet to 5000 Feet Radius," by Henry A. Cutler, originally published in 1885, offers a comprehensive set of tables designed for engineers and surveyors involved in setting out curves for various construction projects. Subtitled...

Business Aviation Leadership: From the Traits to the Trenches (2nd Edition) is an updated version of Dr. Chris Broyhill's groundbreaking examination of business aviation leadership from an established leader, researcher, and expert in the industry. Using his 2019 research on the impact of leadership...

We offer 2 editions of this book: a color edition and a black & white edition (B&W). The color edition is much better to appreciate the maps, graphs and photos included in this book, while the B&W edition is cheaper. We do not offer...

Where goods travel, the law must travel too. Essential reading for transport law. Otto Kahn-Freund's The Law Of Carriage By Inland Transport remains a meticulous legal treatise on carriage, setting out the obligations, liabilities and remedies that govern movement by road, rail and inland...

A triumph of Victorian ambition and grit, History Of The Manchester Ship Canal, From Its Inception To Its Completion, With Personal Reminiscences (Volume I) draws readers into the heart of 19th century England's industrial revolution. Bosdin Leech, a key figure in the canal's creation,...

Bei diesem Buch aus dem Jahre 1916 handelt es sich um ein umfangreiches und detailliertes Standard-Nachschlagwerk, welches sich mit der Charakteristik sowie Instandsetzung aller Automobil-Motoren vor dem Ersten Weltkrieg befasst.Author: Eric WalfordISBN-10: 3956101103ISBN-13: 9783956101106Publisher: Vero VerlagLanguage: EnglishPublished: 11/13/2019Pages: 152Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.40lbsSize: 8.00h x 5.25w...

Dieses Buch aus dem Jahr 1922 diente zu der Zeit seines Erscheinens vor allem Mechanikstudenten als ein nützliches Lehr- und Handbuch im Bereich der Automobilvergaser und der generellen Automechanik. Heute, aufgrund der rapiden fortschreitenden Technik überholt, eröffnet es Interessierten einen umfangreichen Einblick in alle...

This book - first edited in 1916 - explains almost everything about carburetion for cars in theory and practice. Probably the best book ever on this issue.Author: Arthur BrowneISBN-10: 3861953110ISBN-13: 9783861953111Publisher: Salzwasser-Verlag GmbhLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/15/2010Pages: 152Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.46lbsSize: 8.27h x 5.83w x 0.35d

Detailed and well-written explanation of all classic aeroengines until the end of WWI. First issued in 1916.Author: Harold PollardISBN-10: 3861953072ISBN-13: 9783861953074Publisher: Salzwasser-Verlag GmbhLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/14/2010Pages: 76Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.24lbsSize: 8.27h x 5.83w x 0.18d

Reprint of the official manual covering all wiring diagrams (with full explanations) of all automobiles from 1917 until 1919.Author: American Bureau of Engineering IncISBN-10: 3861952386ISBN-13: 9783861952381Publisher: Salzwasser-Verlag GmbhLanguage: EnglishPublished: 02/21/2010Pages: 224Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.60lbsSize: 8.27h x 5.83w x 0.47d

Reprint from the original MG workshop manual. Covers all passenger cars from 1927 to 1939Author: M. GISBN-10: 3861950073ISBN-13: 9783861950073Publisher: Salzwasser-Verlag GmbhLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/15/2009Pages: 80Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.25lbsSize: 8.27h x 5.83w x 0.19d

Long-span railway bridges: Comprising investigations - With numerous formulae and tables is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1870. Hansebooks is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research and science, travel and expeditions, cooking and nutrition, medicine,...

Street Railway Motors - With Descriptions and Cost of Plants, etc. is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1893. Hansebooks is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research and science, travel and expeditions, cooking and nutrition, medicine,...