The Transportation Research Board (TRB) is a division of the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine. As a leading organization for transportation innovation and progress, TRB aims to promote…
Introduction Transportation problems involve optimally distributing goods from supply locations or sources to demand locations or destinations while minimizing total transportation costs. They belong to the class of logistical problems…
Introduction Part C of a transportation research paper is where you present your analysis of the issue and discuss your proposed solution or course of action. This section should contain…
The NYC 311 system provides a central point of contact for residents and visitors to direct any non-emergency requests for city services, including transportation-related issues. Residents can submit service requests…
Self-driving car technology has the potential for many applications beyond just personal transportation. As the capabilities of autonomous vehicles continue to advance, we will likely see their use expand into…
Intelligent Traffic Lights: Many cities are installing intelligent traffic light systems that can dynamically change the timing of red, green and yellow lights based on real-time traffic conditions. These intelligent…
Traffic Signal Optimization and Coordination Study: As a capstone project, a student could study traffic flow and signal timing at several major intersections along a corridor. They would collect traffic…
Regulators around the world have begun the challenging task of updating outdated transportation laws and policies to pave the way for autonomous vehicles. As the technology progresses rapidly, regulators must…
Transitioning the global transportation system to more sustainable alternatives faces significant technological, infrastructural, economic, and societal challenges. The current transportation network is heavily reliant on fossil fuels, with petroleum-powered vehicles…
Andrew Stroud 
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