Summary of staff and contract research on safety of wide buses.

Author(s)
Kakaley, E. Mela, D.F. Pilkington, G.B. Daniels, F.J. & Friesz, T.L.
Year
Abstract

Research performed on the safety of wide buses (96-102 incl. wide) is described. Aerodynamic disturbance effects, lateral placement, lateral stability, off-tracking and accident histories of wide buses are discussed. Major emphasis is placed on operation of these buses under conditions occurring on the Interstate Highway System.

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Publication

Library number
B 3481 /80/91.1/
Source

Washington, D.C., D.C., Federal Highway Administration, 1973, III + 24 p., tab., 9 ref.; NTIS PB- 221160

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