The Wheels That Drove New York tells the fascinating story of how a public transportation system helped transform a small trading community on the southern tip of Manhattan island to a world financial capital that is home to more than 8,000,000 people.
Signalized and Unsignalized Intersections
Focusing on the complexities of traffic systems, this volume delves into the methodologies for analyzing signalized and unsignalized intersections. It explores the historical context of the Highway Capacity Manual, emphasizing the evolution of concepts such as capacity and level of service. This resource is essential for users of the manual, as well as researchers and developers aiming to enhance traffic analysis techniques. By understanding the foundational principles, readers can contribute to advancements in the field of highway traffic management.
"The Wheels That Drove New York" explores the evolution of New York's public transportation, from horse-drawn carriages to a vast subway system, linking the city's growth to its transit development. It highlights key figures in the system's history and addresses challenges faced over time, including the transition from private to public operations.
This textbook provides a fundamental overview of the application of engineering economic principles to transportation infrastructure investments. Basic theory is presented and illustrated with examples specific to the transportation field. It also reviews the history of transportation finance, as well as current methods for funding transportation investments in the U. S. Future problems and potential solutions are also discussed and illustrated.