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This article provides five tips for efficient evacuation planning in municipal or county-wide scenarios. The first tip is to establish pre-built, hazard-specific evacuation zones based on geography, population density, and hazard types. The second tip is to create pre-scripted evacuation communications that are tailored to each zone's unique challenges. The third tip is to conduct community outreach programs to raise awareness and educate residents about the evacuation process. The fourth tip is to utilize simulation and training to understand potential hazards and make fast and accurate decisions. The final tip is to plan for traffic control by determining primary and alternative evacuation routes and partnering with local tow truck companies. By implementing these tips, local governments can prioritize planning and effectively respond to emergency evacuations, ensuring the safety of their citizens. [Extracted from the article]

The annual conference is the most important event of the German Mechanical Engineering Society (DMG) in the course of a year. The theme of this yearly conference was "Mobility and Logistics 2030 - How do we make use of the system advantages of rail". In the lecture event, various experts from the rail transport sector dealt with the conference topic from the point of view of transport policy, science, industry and the railways DB and SBB. A subsequent panel discussion deepened the topic. In addition, the Beuth Innovation Prize was awarded to the young traffic engineer Fabian Wirth for his work with the topic "The future of rail freight transport in Germany". On the occasion of the official reception the first evening, Dipl.-Ing. Peter Lankes was awarded the Beuth Medal of Honour far his great achievements of the further development of high-speed rail transport in Germany. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article introduces Valtir Rentals' construction solution of lightweight, stackable, water-filled Yodock barricades, such as the Yodock 2001, 2001M, and 2001MB, designed for versatile use on construction sites.

The article presents information on initiatives of air navigation service provider Nav Canada to improve its oceanic air traffic control routes. It discusses the company's technology upgrade that helps it provide higher altitudes to oceanic flights, its reduction in the lateral separation between transatlantic tracks and its Gander oceanic transition area.

The Cloud Passport Partner Program offers customers the The Cloud Passport Partner Program supports customers using To cloud-ready Cadence tools and a cloud-based license. [Extracted from the article]

The article focuses on the need of enriching design practice by the mapping of human behaviour patterns could transform urban space and stationary people are the essential ingredient of intensity. It mentions attempt to emphasise the benefits of static participation runs counter to the mindset of the traffic engineer and to the kinetic legacy of Le Corbusier. It also mentions amount of human activity and the degree of street connectivity and measurable commodities.

The article discusses the development and uses of smart sensors and artificial intelligence in traffic engineering. Noted is the artificial intelligence project designed by mobility start-up business Vivacity Labs at the traffic lights in Milton Keynes, England. Also mentioned is the advancement of radio-based direct short-range communication (DSRC) in urban traffic management systems.

Based on the two described approaches in the first part of the article, the applicability of various approaches is discussed for urban rail-bound networks in Part 2. The quality of operational service will be reduced due to the road traffic influences. Extra waiting time of urban rail-bound transport is resulted during operation. The calculation of the average waiting time based on the model approaches allow a quantitative determination of the significant road traffic influences on the urban rail-bound transport. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

In urban rail-bound systems, operation of trains is influenced not only by the disturbances in the rail-bound system itself, but also by other modes of transport like road traffic in various urban mixed traffic zones. In this paper, two simulation-based approaches for modeling road traffic influences on urban railbound transport, modeling approach and distribution approach, are presented as a resulting integrated model including influences of road traffic and calibration of disturbances based on a suitable probability distribution with significant disturbance parameters respectively. The explanation of the approaches in the first part of the article is followed by aspects of applicability in the second part. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This article presents information regarding air traffic control radars. It gives information including designation, description, applications and remarks about the radars.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)'s new Air Traffic Organization (ATO) is officially in business as of Febuary 8, 2004. The first major challenge will be to drastically change the practices of one of the government's most hidebound bureaucracies while operating and modernizing the world's largest ATC (Ait Traffic Control) system and maintaining safety as the top goal. The fundamental realignment leaves the FAA in charge of regulation, but shifts to the ATO responsibilities for providing air traffic services, research and acquisition, as well as for the Free Flight organizations.

Dedicated turn lanes When new construction or major improvements are being undertaken, dedicated left- and right-turn lanes can be used to provide physical separation between turning traffic that is slowing or stopped, while simultaneously allowing thru traffic to continue without delay. By installing speed cameras, lowering speed limits, creating bike lanes and traffic circles and imposing road diets, this group holds that any road death or injury is unacceptable. Capable of reducing wet road crashes by 52 percent and curve crashes by 24 percent, rumble strips are usually placed ahead of merging lanes or road shoulders, enabling thru traffic to maintain a reasonable rate of speed. [Extracted from the article]

OMNIA Partners Public Sector offers a TAPCO cooperative contract that covers traffic control products and related products and solutions. Governments are spending more on traffic- and pedestrian-safety products in the U.S., says Michael Long, manager of product management at TAPCO - Traffic and Parking Control Co., Inc., who manufactures and distributes a portfolio of traffic and parking safety solutions designed to increase safe travels for everyone. [Extracted from the article]

The article informs that contractors working on a $930-million bridge project for the Texas Department of Transportation have indicated a new willingness to address state officials' design concerns after the agency threatened to replace them.

To rank communities, variables like the number of nearby restaurants, grocery stores, parks and coffee shops, commute time and public transportation were considered via data from Redfin's Walk Score, which scores communities across the United States. Of the many factors that entice visitors and new community members to a city, its walkability is pretty high on the list. Here are 12 of America's most walkable cities with vacancies for renters. [Extracted from the article]

For the past decade, pedestrian fatalities and injuries due to speed-related vehicle accidents have been on the rise. Further underscoring this point, a CDC report entitled "Automated Speed-Camera Enforcement" found that speed cameras reduced total crashes anywhere from 8 percent to 49 percent, and fatal and serious-injury crashes from 11 percent to 44 percent in studies that compared pre- and post-crash data collected near camera sites. Road diets: A road diet typically involves converting an existing four-lane divided roadway to a three-lane roadway consisting of two thru lanes and a center, two-way left turn lane. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses the overlooked duties by engineers in a fire scene. Among the outlined duties include the traffic control which is critical to the safety of firefighters and does not block the incoming apparatus, the hazard control where he can also assist the incident commander (IC), and the entry control which spots the unpermitted person in the incident scene and sets a perimeter line.

The article reports on the use of information superhighway for traffic control in several cities in the U.S. Topics discussed include the Automated Traffic Surveillance and Control system (ATSAC) of Los Angeles, California; traffic management practices in Boston, Massachusetts; and the use of information technology at Traffic Operations Division in Houston, Texas.

A deadlock is a situation in which a number of trains cannot continue their path at all because every train is blocked by another one. In real railway operations, deadlocks are avoided by the timetable. In case of delays, dispatchers are in charge of avoiding deadlocks by appropriate decisions. For synchronous railway operations simulations, an adequate solution against deadlocks has not yet been found. As part of a BMWi funded research project of Deutsche Bahn, a new approach for deadlock avoiding in synchronous railway operations simulations was developed and tested in case studies. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Schäden auf Gleisoberflächen wie Riffel, Schlupfwellen und Rissbildungen bedrohen die Funktionsfähigkeit von Gleisen im kommunalen Schienennahverkehr. Zudem verstärken Riffel und Schlupfwellen verkehrsbedingte Schallemissionen, was den Lärmschutzbestrebungen vieler Kommunen zuwiderläuft. High Speed Grinding-city adressiert beide Herausforderungen: Die speziell optimierte Kompaktvariante des praxiserprobten Hochgeschwindigkeits-Schleifverfahrens von Vossloh kommt dank hoher Arbeitsgeschwindigkeiten ohne Streckensperrungen aus. Regelmäßig eingesetzt, bekämpft der schonende HSG-Schienenschliff Verschleißerscheinungen bereits im Ansatz und verlängert so die Schienenliegedauer. Zudem empfiehlt sich präventives Schienenschleifen als effektive und kostengünstige Lärmschutzmaßnahme. Damage to rail surfaces, such as corrugation, slip waves and cracking jeopardize the serviceability of rails in municipal rail transport. In addition, corrugation and slip waves increase traffic-related noise emissions, and this counteracts the noise mitigation efforts of many municipalities. High Speed Grinding-city addresses both challenges. The specially optimized compact variant of the tried-and-tested high-speed grinding process from Vossloh manages without line shutdowns thanks to its high working speed. Regularly applied, gentle HSG combats the symptoms of wear at source and thus extends rail service life. In addition, preventive rail grinding is recommended as an effective and inexpensive noise mitigation measure. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

TRANSITECTS (Transalpine Transport Architects) is an European project aiming at developing and implementing attractive rail products and systems to disburden traffic bottlenecks in the Alps and to mitigate related negative effects of traffic. For the shift of traffic from road to rail TRANSITECTS creates sustainable intermodal solutions to fit changing markets - especially combined transport products for transalpine freight traffic. Furthermore, the project supports the development of intermodal nodes and proactively fosters the railway system through intensive networking. TRANSITECTS has started in July 2009 and is funded by the Alpine Space Programme of the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) and national cofinancing. 16 partners of four countries (Austria, Germany, Italy, and Slovenia) are collaborating in a transnational network. During the three-year runtime, numerous measures have been developed: Traffic studies have been elaborated, concepts for additional rail services developed and strategies for the improvement of intermodal nodes worked out. The paper explains the project, its aims and approaches and highlights some relevant results. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The proven TWINDEXX Vario double-deck trains from Bombardier Transportation have continuously been adapted to the new requirements of modern rail passenger traffic. Thereby a variable product platform was developed. With the appropriate equipment, the trains will be used in the future for long-distance traffic of Deutsche Bahn. Comfortable seats, more legroom, luggage racks close to the seats or particular quiescent zones are only some examples of the special passenger comfort found on these trains. The new flexible traction equipment in the motorized cab cars enable the TWINDEXX Vario double-deck trains to operate in both regional and longdistance traffic. Operation as pure electrical multiple unit or as classic push-pull train with electric or diesel locomotive, as well as the coaches being compatible with previous vehicle generations, open more fields of application. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Germany can look back on two decades of high-speed traffic,at 250 km/h and more. Over this period not only train technology has made tremendous progress. Railway reform on a national level and Europe-wide liberalization of rail transportation have led to major changes, aimed at keeping the railways competitive in changing market circumstances. This is bearing fruit in many respects. The demands that politicians, manufacturers and customers make of each other are however constantly growing and there is still plenty of need for further development of the system railway. Ever since its earliest days - and starting again with the high speed era - rail traffic has been a success story. Siemens plays a significant role here and will remain an innovative driving force in the future too. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article discusses the advantage of adding a boundary scan methodology to air traffic, navigation, and landing system products. Adding a boundary scan methodology reduces costs and time invested in testing, diagnosing, and repairing a product. Air traffic systems must be designed to maximize reliable operations and meet requirements of regulatory agencies. The role of technicians in ensuring proper performance is explained, as well the design practices needed for the methodology's implementation for the surveillance processing system.

The article explores the ways by which three communities in the U.S. have built roads and manage traffic flow. It describes the custom traffic-modeling tool developed by Iowa State University's Institute for Transportation (InTrans) for West Des Moines Public Works in Iowa. The use of inSync from Rhythm Engineering for traffic flow management in Lenexa, Kansas is discussed. The queue jumper technology is integrated into signalized intersections where bus traffic is heaviest in the city of Chandler, Arizona.

The article discusses how traffic congestion and confusing road layouts negatively affect the speed and weight of fire department deployment to emergencies. National Fire Protection Association standards would require that fire stations be distributed eight minutes apart. Circulation design elements which have a negative effect on emergency response are noted, such as cul-de-sacs, winding streets, and traffic circles. It is recommended that fire departments be involved in street planning.

The article focuses on the proposal for a legislation that mandates electronic stability-control systems in cars and small trucks in the U.S. by 2012. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration estimated that the move will save between 5,000 to 10,000 lives annually. On the other hand, researchers believed that the technology's life-saving potential is second only to seat belts. INSET: A QUICK GUIDE TO AUTO EMC STANDARDS.

The article announces the third release of Windows Live (TM) Local offered by Microsoft Corp. Layered on top of rich and immersive aerial photography, this online local search and mapping service enables customers to easily look for maps, directions and local search information. It has a real-time traffic flow which makes customizable driving direction more useful and social networking tools that allows users to share and save their favorite local experiences. Moreover, its integration with windows live messenger makes it easier for customers to share maps and location information with other users.

Presents question and answer advisory about operations at motor vehicle accidents. Main components of operating guideline; Need for firefighters to wear their reflective traffic vest; Deployment of law enforcers in place early during auto accidents to assist with traffic flow and crew safety.

The article provides information on the information technology system used by the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) District 11 control center in October 2004. Responsibility for traffic flow and dispatching emergency and maintenance vehicles for one of the country's busiest highway systems falls on the Caltrans District 11 control center. District 11 manages the transportation challenges for the greater San Diego area, encompassing 290 closed-circuit televisions and 466 traffic-monitoring stations. The department's primary objective is to improve safety and quality of life for California citizens of the San Diego area by optimizing traffic flow and ensuring the most efficient response from emergency and maintenance vehicles. District 11 needed to connect various field elements--including closed-circuit television, ramp meters, changeable message signs and communication-networks to the traffic-management center (TMC). To address concerns with the internal skill level, District 11 developed a partnership with the headquarters Department of Information Technology (HQ-IT) to design a fiber-optics communication system based on technologies already being used as part of the department's IT program. The final system design consists of a combination of products. A pan-tilt and zoom-capable camera is mounted on traffic station pole tops. The camera is connected to a video codec encoder, mounted in an enclosure at the base of the camera pole. A media converter from Transition Networks is used to convert the copper interface from the codec to fiber to transport the data back to the TMC. INSET: About Transition Networks.

In a time when states struggle with budget deficits, the 65-mile, $3.6-billion Central Texas Turnpike Project could be a creative solution and a harbinger of future roads. The private-public design-build program, which consists of state highways 130 and 45 North and Loop 1, represents a comprehensive development agreement enabled by state legislation approved in 2001. The experimental process allows the state to enter into contracts with one entity to oversee everything from construction and design to operation and maintenance.

Focuses on the high-occupancy toll (HOT) lanes, an option to relieve traffic congestion in the U.S. by restricting the use of some freeway lanes to those drivers who pay to use them. Assessment of tolls for HOT lanes; Background on the emergence of the HOT lanes concept; Implementation of the San Diego Association of Governments projects.

The article reports that the year 2006 looks to be a real watershed for the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration's (FAA) air traffic control (ATC) modernization effort, with the agency working to complete the deployment of two crucial systems while the test phase begins in a third program. The three new systems will eventually encompass all of the agency's ATC operations, handling aircraft in the en route, oceanic and terminal phases of flight. The En Route Automation Modernization program, one of the costliest modernization projects the FAA has ever undertaken, will be used to control traffic at FAA's 20 en route centers, giving controllers more tools and easing the addition of new capabilities in the future.

The article reports that despite gains in inflight capacity management and an ambitious plan of air traffic management improvements, medium-to-long-term traffic growth in Europe will be shackled unless bold steps are taken soon to expand airport capacity. According to Victor Aguado, Eurocontrol's general director, delays have been significantly reduced, particularly in "a context of traffic growth," The aim, he added, is to push this down to an average of one minute per flight, which he believes is "feasible for 2006." However, these improvements have been obtained in part thanks to a respite from traffic growth at the beginning of the decade, and a sustained effort will be needed to ensure results can be maintained if traffic continues to accelerate. However, Conrad Cleasby, head of the data information and analysis unit in Eurocontrol's ATM directorate, cautioned that there is little chance of any kind of crisis arresting traffic growth.

The article reports that the transition is underway front current U.S. and European air traffic control (ATC) systems to those that will be needed in 20 years. Major new ATC systems that have long been in the pipeline at the FAA, however, are either starting or nearing service. AW&ST Senior Editor David Hughes and Adrian Schofield interviewed Robert Pearce, the acting director of the U.S. Joint Planning and Development Office (JPDO), about revamping the U.S. system by 2025. The JPDO is defining a new concept of operations and systems architecture for ATC and will push for government and industry acceptance over the next two years. Documents outlining the new conops and related architecture will be issued this spring for comment from the six federal agencies involved and a variety of stakeholders, including those who fly in the national airspace system and companies that built the current system and are eager to participate in the redesign.

The article focuses on major general DeAnna Burt, deputy commander of Space Operations Command, is handing over day-to-day space traffic management to the Department of Commerce leaves the military free to prioritize intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance.

The article informs about CSI Ingenieros, an international, multi-specialist engineering company with a strong presence in the transportation sector in Latin America, including rerouting and detours for roadway traffic impacted by the ongoing improvement to the Central Railway in Uruguay.

The article forecast for the Russian airline industry in 2015. Topics include the challenges facing the industry including political tensions, economic downturn and weak rubble, the threat posed by the growing debt burden for Russian carriers UTair and Aeroloft Group, and the growth of domestic traffic in 2014 as a result of government subsidies fro certain regional routes.

In Chicago, Illinois, what's claimed to be the world's first and largest freeway traffic surveillance and control system helps speed 300,000 vehicles a day along a six-country expressway network. Operated by the Illinois Department of Transportation, the model freeway traffic management program consists of three major parts: the Traffic Systems Center in Oak Park, California, the Communication Center in Schaumburg, Illinois, and the Emergency Traffic Patrol headquartered four south of downtown Chicago. The Communications Center handles all district radio dispatching and "hot lines." It also coordinates traffic and maintenance information operations.

Features the Faster And Safer Travel through Traffic Routing and Advanced Controls (Fast-Trac) transportation systems program by the Road Commission for Oakland County in Michigan. Background; Use of the Sydney Coordinated Adaptive Traffic System (SCATS); System components; Activities to integrate SCATS with the Ali-Scout dynamic route guidance system. INSET: What is SCATS?..

Discusses ways by which advanced computer technology are being applied to traffic management throughout the United States. Interactive highways; Emergency signal priority; Electronic tolls; Graphic information systems capabilities (GIS); Speed cameras; Seamless management across borders; Road weather safety.

Cites highway departments' use of intelligent vehicle highway systems and intelligent transportation systems. Collaboration among public and corporate officials; Construction of highways as no longer viable; Getting the public to accept innovations. INSETS: Iowa pavement management system aids.., by Marcia Brink.;Design/build method saves millions on parking in San..;OMTV system corrals Texas traffic, by Jack O'Neill.;Flexibility, open protocol `central' to Dallas traffic..

The article discusses traffic incident management when it comes to working a traffic incident scene on an interstate. It notes that firefighters must position themselves and incident victims in a safe area. It adds that the apparel must comply with the ANSI 107 standard to deal with exposure to fire, heat, flame, or hazardous materials. It notes that some of the warning lights on the apparatus used for blocking be reduced once a TIMA has been established using temporary traffic controls.

The article considers the top-performing airlines as determined by "Aviation Week" magazine, focusing on the lack of major airlines on the Top 25 carriers list. It is noted that many of the top-ranked airlines are smaller, with revenues under two billion dollars annually, and newer, in that they did not exist before 1970, when the Boeing 747 airplane was introduced. The decline of the hub-and-spoke system is discussed.