Capacity and cost comparisons of rapid transit modes.

Author(s)
Evans IV, J.E.
Year
Abstract

This paper assembles relevant data and considers the capacity and cost of various rapid transit modes, especially BRT and LRT. The factors that influence capacity of modes are explored, including the critical importance of station dwell time and exclusive right-of-way. The findings support the notion that determining the appropriateness of a particular mode to serving a particular market is best made on a case-by-case basis, specifically reflecting current and anticipated future ridership demand. While capital and operating cost differences are noted, the paper concludes that system “right sizing” should be the paramount consideration in mode selection. (Author/publisher) For the covering entry of this conference, please see ITRD abstract no. E213531.

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Library number
C 36809 (In: C 36756 CD-ROM) /72 / ITRD E213475
Source

In: ITE 2005 Annual Meeting and Exhibit Compendium of Technical Papers, Melbourne, Australia, August 7-10, 2005, 16 p.

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