Transportation Engineering Topic 3

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What is a transportation system?

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An aggregation of vehicles, guideways, terminal facilities, and control systems operated according to established procedures and schedules in the air, on land, and on water.

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What are the two kinds of traffic in a transportation system?

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Freight (goods or items being transported) and Passenger (people or services that provide transportation).

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What factors affect the transportation system?

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1. Selection of Mode of Transport 2. Supply and Demand 3. Transport Technology 4. Environmental Impacts 5. Policy and Regulations.

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What are the inherent advantages of selecting a mode of transport?

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Cost, travel time, convenience, and flexibility.

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What is the impact of supply and demand on transportation?

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The state of the economy affects transportation demand; for example, increased unemployment or fuel costs decrease demand.

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How does transportation technology influence the system?

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Technological advancements, like jet aircraft and bullet trains, can significantly reduce travel time and improve efficiency.

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What are the environmental impacts of transportation?

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Transportation is a major user of energy and contributes to air pollution and global warming through emissions.

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What are the three concerns in transportation systems?

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1. Fossil fuel consumption 2. Air pollution 3. Balancing economic growth with environmental impacts.

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What is public transportation?

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A generic term for transit services available to urban and rural residents, including mass transit, paratransit, and ridesharing.

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What are the categories of organizations in transportation?

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1. Private Companies 2. Regulatory Agencies 3. Federal Agencies 4. State and Local Agencies 5. Trade Associations 6. Professional Societies 7. Users of Transport Services.