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On Guard

Published:

1997-01-01

Abstract:

Recent contacts with truck and bus operators indicate that some, particularly smaller operators, are mistakenly assuming that if a driver possesses a Commercial Driver's License (CDL), he or she is a trained and experienced commercial vehicle driver....

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[PDF - 503.87 KB]

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10/07/2019

Farm to Markets: Innovative Data Sources Enhance Agriculture Freight Connectivity - Freight Demand Modeling and Data Improvement Implementation Support

Published:

2017-08-01

Abstract:

In South Dakota, freight growth is closely linked to agricultural production. Recent advancements in plant genetics and technology have boosted production of many of the State’s key crops. The South Dakota Department of Transportation (SDDOT) takes...

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[PDF - 3.90 MB]

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10/07/2019

Farm to Markets: Innovative Data Analysis to Enhance Agricultural Freight Connectivity [pamphlet]

Published:

2017-08-01

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[PDF - 1.33 MB]

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10/07/2019

2016 Freight Quick Facts Report

Published:

2016-09-01

Abstract:

Our Nation's freight transportation system consists of a vast network of roads, railways, navigable channels, and pipelines that connect hundreds of seaports, airports, and intermodal facilities in the movement of raw materials and finished products ...

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[PDF - 2.94 MB]

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10/07/2019

Developing PhillyFreightFinder: Regional Data Clearinghouse and Online Mapping Application

Published:

2017-08-01

Abstract:

When the Delaware Valley Regional Planning Commission (DVRPC) launched the PhillyFreightFinder application in 2013, it established a structured program to collect and integrate freight-related data into a single location. The launch of PhillyFreightF...

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[PDF - 746.88 KB]

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10/07/2019

Developing PhillyFreightFinder: Regional Data Clearinghouse and Online Mapping Application - Freight Demand Modeling and Data Improvement Implementation Support

Published:

2017-08-01

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[PDF - 3.48 MB]

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10/07/2019

Measuring the Impacts of Freight Transportation Improvements on the Economy and Competitiveness

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2015-09-01

Abstract:

This document provides a review of approaches, methods, and tools that can be used to evaluate how freight improvements contribute to economic competitiveness and the cost of goods. The information within is intended to serve as a point of reference ...

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[PDF - 2.84 MB]

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10/07/2019

Flight Deck Human Factors Issues in Vertical and Lateral Deviations During North Atlantic Flight Operations

Published:

2019-09-08

Abstract:

This paper describes analyses of vertical and lateral deviations in the North Atlantic (NAT) Region. We focus on events attributed to unintentional pilot error. We studied NAT deviations since this region already uses some of the capabilities envisio...

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[PDF - 185.67 KB]

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10/07/2019

Training Course in Geotechnical and Foundation Engineering. NHI Course No. 13239, Module 9. Geotechnical Earthquake Engineering. Reference Manual

Published:

1998-12-01

Abstract:

This manual has been written to provide training on how to apply principles of geotechnical earthquake engineering to planning, design, and retrofit of highway facilities. Geotechnical earthquake engineering topics discussed in Part I of this manual ...

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[PDF - 8.66 MB]

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10/07/2019

Cybersecurity and Intelligent Transportation Systems: Best Practice Guide

Published:

2019-09-17

Abstract:

This report presents the best practices in Intelligent Transportation Systems Cybersecurity, particularly in the planning and conducting a Penetration Test. The report details the methodology of scoping a test; including the objectives, requirements,...

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[PDF - 1.10 MB]

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09/30/2019

Connected Vehicle Pilot Deployment Program Independent Evaluation: Program Evaluation Plan

Published:

2019-08-16

Abstract:

This report summarizes the analysis plans that the Texas A&M Transportation Institute, in its role as the independent evaluator, will use to assess the program structure and process of the Connected Vehicle Pilot Deployment Program. This document sum...

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[PDF - 1.30 MB]

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09/30/2019

National Coalition on Truck Parking: Activity Report, 2015 - 2016

Published:

2017-06-01

Abstract:

This document summarizes the first year of activities by members of the National Coalition on Truck Parking. The Coalition was established by the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) and several stakeholder organizations representing the truckin...

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[PDF - 2.01 MB]

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09/30/2019

Commercial Loading Zone Management Program: Washington, D.C. [pamphlet]

Published:

2017-03-01

Abstract:

This pamphlet describes the implementation of a multi-faceted program to improve management of the District of Columbia’s more than 500 curbside loading zones.

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[PDF - 292.34 KB]

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09/30/2019

Regional Coordination for Truck Network Efficiency: New York, NY [pamphlet]

Published:

2017-03-01

Abstract:

This pamphlet describes a project where the New York City Department of Transportation (NYCDOT), New York City Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC), and Port Authority of New York and New Jersey (PANYNJ) collaborated with local, State, and indus...

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[PDF - 358.79 KB]

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09/30/2019

Truck Side Guard Ordinance: Boston, MA [pamphlet]

Published:

2017-03-01

Abstract:

This pamphlet describes the implementation of the nation's first truck side guard ordinance in Boston, MA.

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[PDF - 404.61 KB]

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09/30/2019

Urban Freight Case Studies-Orlando

Published:

2009-11-01

Abstract:

This report documents notable practices in urban goods movement. Orlando is one of four urban areas selected for study. The other areas are Los Angeles, New York City, and Washington, D.C. The case studies provide information on freight-related initi...

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[PDF - 591.81 KB]

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09/30/2019

Urban Freight Case Studies-Los Angeles

Published:

2009-11-01

Abstract:

This report documents notable practices in urban goods movement. Los Angeles is one of four urban areas selected for study. The other areas are Orlando, New York City, and Washington, D.C. The case studies provide information on freight-related initi...

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[PDF - 905.15 KB]

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09/30/2019

Urban Freight Case Studies-New York City

Published:

2009-11-01

Abstract:

This report documents notable practices in urban goods movement. New York City is one of four urban areas selected for study. The other areas are Orlando, Los Angeles, and Washington, D.C. The case studies provide information on freight-related initi...

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[PDF - 2.07 MB]

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09/30/2019

Urban Freight Case Studies-Washington, DC

Published:

2009-11-01

Abstract:

This report documents notable practices in urban goods movement. Washington, DC is one of four urban areas selected for study. The other areas are Los Angeles, New York City, and Orlando. The case studies provide information on freight-related initia...

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[PDF - 611.74 KB]

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09/30/2019