Articles tagged with Transportation
A study of 34 metropolitan areas found that San Francisco and New York City had high percentages of people who walk or bike for recreation and transportation, respectively. Parkland acreage was also positively associated with walking and bicycling levels, suggesting a link between urban green spaces and physical activity.
A recent study published in the Journal of Air Transport Management found that domestic airline ticket taxes add approximately 15% to average fares, contradicting airline executives' claims. The research analyzed millions of tickets and provides a definitive answer to questions about ticket tax burdens on air travel costs.
A recent MIT study explores the effects of terrorism on global supply chains, highlighting the importance of vulnerability maps and flexible supply chains in minimizing disruption. The research also emphasizes the need for corporate cultures to prioritize communication and security.
The journal celebrates the Wright brothers' achievement with a special issue focusing on the application of operations research in aviation. The studies explore various aspects, including aircraft scheduling, air transport networks, and airspace planning.
A joint project between UDOT, GE Driver Development, and the University of Utah aims to enhance snowplow driver skills using state-of-the-art simulation technology. The training will focus on controlling speed, maintaining tandem position, and communication with other operators in a simulated winter environment.
A protein called huntingtin is critical for normal neuronal transportation, but a defective version causes physical blockage and binding interference, leading to neuronal damage. The study supports the hypothesis that blockage of neuronal transportation contributes to neurodegenerative diseases.
A new report warns that the US air transportation system is in peril due to a lack of coordination among stakeholders. The report calls for a focused national leadership and strategic vision to enable the airline industry to meet increasing travel demand.
The UC Riverside team designed a single-rider bicycle, Victory, which achieved a top speed of 50 miles per hour and ranked 8th overall. The team won recognition for their design and endurance capabilities, with notable performances in the sprint and grand prix events.
A Penn State study found that younger generations rely on the internet for travel information, while older populations turn to radio and TV. Internet awareness is increasing, leading to a substitution effect where TV users shift to using the internet and radio, and telephone use also increases.
Researchers at Virginia Tech have developed new phosphide-based catalysts that improve the removal of sulfur and nitrogen from hydrocarbon fuels. These catalysts are more active, physically strong, and inexpensive to produce and regenerate than existing sulfide-based catalysts.
Researchers at the University of Iowa have identified a protein that couples vacuoles to the organelle transportation system, regulating its movement and delivery. This discovery may improve understanding of embryonic development and have implications for various diseases.
As more older Americans outlive their driving privilege, they face unforeseen economic and social burdens. The study found that over 600,000 people age 70 or older stop driving each year and become dependent on others to meet their transportation needs.
A study of 679 black women in Detroit's low-income neighborhoods found that tangible aids like child care, transportation, and money are crucial for their overall well-being. The research suggests that strengthening both emotional and instrumental support is necessary to reduce chronic stress and promote better health outcomes.
Virginia Tech Transportation Institute (VTTI) has been awarded a $3 million grant to study driver behavior leading up to crashes and near-crashes in Northern Virginia. The project aims to provide detailed data on events leading up to crashes, bridging gaps in knowledge about pre-crash and conflict behaviors of drivers.
A recent study published in Spine highlights the importance of properly securing the trunk during ambulance transport to prevent further injuries. The research found that up to 25% of cervical spine injuries occur or are aggravated during emergency transport, with 40% resulting in neurological damage.
NASA will unveil its future space transportation goals and programs at Space Transportation Day '99, aiming to lower launch costs and make interplanetary exploration feasible. The conference will cover various projects, including X-33 and X-34 rocket planes, as well as technologies for safer and more reliable operations.
The Virginia Tech Center for Transportation Research is developing an integrated traveler information system, called Travel Shenandoah, for the Shenandoah Valley region. The system will provide comprehensive traffic and travel conditions information to travelers, while also supporting VDOT's efforts to work with the private sector.