Learn how a single delayed train can cause delays throughout an entire subway line — and one strategy that train dispatchers use to get service back to normal.
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NYC: A Subway Delay Story (Told in 8-Bit Animation)
Friday, May 22nd, 2015Seattle, WA: What’s to Do?
Thursday, May 21st, 2015
What’s to do when we’re running out of roads?
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ASCE: Highway Trust Fund 101
Tuesday, May 19th, 2015
The Highway Trust fund, paid for by the federal gas tax, provides federal funding for America’s roads, bridges, and transit systems. But the gas tax hasn’t been raised in over 20 years, and the Highway Trust Fund will soon be insolvent. Watch the video to learn about the importance of the Highway Trust Fund and the negative consequences of the looming insolvency.
View this complete post...Portland, OR: Understanding Bike Lanes & Urban Planning
Friday, May 15th, 2015
Joshua Cohen is a longtime SketchUp user and the owner of Fat Pencil Studio (fatpencilstudio.com). Based in Portland, FPS builds technical illustrations and compelling presentation for various industries.
View this complete post...Los Angeles, CA: The Public Health Impact of CicLAvia
Friday, May 8th, 2015
CicLAvia transforms the urban streets of Los Angeles County by temporarily removing cars and opening the streets to people who ride bikes, walk, skate, jog or use other non-motorized transport. As a result, tens of thousands of people enjoy the health benefits offered by a public space that they would not otherwise be able to access. CicLAvia is partnering with UCLA and the Rand Corporation to measure health impacts and behavioral changes that are sparked by utilizing the city in this manner.
View this complete post...Rutland, VT: Pedestrian Safety
Thursday, May 7th, 2015
In early April, a public assessment was held to identify issues with a historically hazardous stretch of West St. in Rutland, between Wales St. and Pine St. The assessment was inspired by the USDOT’s mayoral challenge. US Transportation Secretary Anthony Foxx challenged mayors throughout the country to make streets safer for bicyclists and pedestrians. Rutland is the first attempt at tackling this challenge, but we hope other areas throughout Vermont will follow in Rutland’s footsteps. Watch the video to learn more.
View this complete post...Elon Musk Debuts the Tesla Powerwall
Wednesday, May 6th, 2015
Detroit, MI: Governor Rick Snyder Takes on Potholes
Monday, May 4th, 2015
With shovel in hand, Gov. Rick Snyder joined a pothole patching crew in Detroit for the day to see just what it takes to battle those pesky potholes.
View this complete post...The Future of San Francisco Infrastructure
Friday, May 1st, 2015
What is GROW AMERICA?
Thursday, April 30th, 2015
This animated video explains the key features of the Obama Administration’s GROW AMERICA Act and why we need to move forward on a long-term surface transportation bill.
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