DUAL-MODE SYSTEM MANAGEMENT
Aspects of construction and operation of an effective dual- mode transit system (DMTS) are considered in this paper. A general network geometry model is suggested for guideway configurations. A preliminary result suggests that the CBD guideway might best be a rectangular form. Off-guideway zoning, based on a modified Manhattan distance approach, provides possible zones with a theoretically minimal distance for vehicle dispatching. The present concept of medium-sized vehicles and liberal headways has reduced the degree of complexity of network control problems. However, future research in controls should concentrate on areas unique to dual-mode chanracteristics. There is a need for selecting a DMTS network configuration according to an optimal geometry to provide a system with minimum cost. Some methods that can be used to initate such a study are suggested. However, physical constraints, such as land use and engineering, may yet dominate any changes in the network geometry. As for the command and control of DMTS, this paper emphasizes that future reserach should be directed toward topics that are particularly significant to the dual-mode characteristics, both in vehicular control and demand-responsive applications. /Author/
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- This paper appears in Dual Mode Transportation, which is a publication containing the proceedings of a conference conducted by the Transportation Research Board, May 29-31, 1974. Distribution, posting, or copying of this PDF is strictly prohibited without written permission of the Transportation Research Board of the National Academy of Sciences. Unless otherwise indicated, all materials in this PDF are copyrighted by the National Academy of Sciences. Copyright © National Academy of Sciences. All rights reserved
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Authors:
- Yen, A M
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Conference:
- Conference on Dual-Mode Transportation
- Location: Washington District of Columbia, United States
- Date: 1974-5-29 to 1974-5-31
- Publication Date: 1976
Media Info
- Media Type: Print
- Pagination: p 81
- Monograph Title: Dual-mode transportation
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Serial:
- Transportation Research Board Special Report
- Issue Number: 170
- Publisher: Transportation Research Board
- ISSN: 0360-859X
Subject/Index Terms
- TRT Terms: Automated vehicle control; Construction; Demand responsive transportation; Dual mode transportation systems; Guideways; Headways; Land use; Management; Mathematical models; Zoning
- Uncontrolled Terms: Management systems; Models
- Subject Areas: Administration and Management; Construction; Highways; Operations and Traffic Management; Planning and Forecasting; Public Transportation; Terminals and Facilities;
Filing Info
- Accession Number: 00149251
- Record Type: Publication
- Files: TRIS, TRB, ATRI
- Created Date: Mar 15 1981 12:00AM