Smart Highways
Highway star – how a sustainable interstate in Georgia could show us the future of smart highways. John Catling, CEO of
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Transportation
An Engineer’s Perspective on Innovation
Are we ready to rebuild transportation infrastructure in the image of tomorrow? By Nathan Johnson, Ph.D., P.E. Last November’s presidential
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Roundabouts: The Benefits of the “Old” New Trend
Roundabouts can be an attractive, safe, and cost-effective alternative to standard signaled intersections By Mick Gronewold The original roundabouts constructed
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Making Self-Driving Cars Safer – Where the Sensor Meets the Road
The intersection between AV technology and the roads themselves will be essential to realize the dream to significantly reduce the
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The New Standard: Bicycles and Urban Design
In urban communities, protected bicycle lanes are on the rise because they can help prevent accidents and increase road safety
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The DOT Gets You to Where You Need to Go
Everyday, every American has somewhere to go or something to send; in today’s fast-paced world, the transporting of goods and
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Transportation Corridor Agencies Experience Double Digit Revenue Growth
Traffic and revenue on the Transportation Corridor Agencies ’ (TCA) 51-mile toll road network have been growing with Orange County’s
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Outreach Aids Environmental Justice in Transportation
Outreach is an essential part of any new infrastructure project and a strategic approach helps reach all demographics of a community
By Marlene Pissott
New Transportation Plan to Improve Highways and Bridges Statewide
PenDOT’s new transportation funding plan, Act 89, accelerates highway and bridge project work on 558 bridges over the next three years
By Leslie S. Richards
TODs Key in Coping with Urban Growth
A sweeping transformation is underway in major urban centers throughout North America. Not only are people moving into downtown areas,
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High Speed Rail Taking Off In America
High speed rail (HSR) is underway in America, and California is leading the way. The $68 billion California project is
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$305 Billion Transportation Bill Offers Relief Across the Country
Perhaps the most used adjective for America’s infrastructure is “crumbling,” but Congress’ recent approval of a five-year, $305 billion transportation
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