Database for Active Transportation Infrastructure and Volume

MOBILITY21: Strategic Investments for Transportation Infrastructure & Technology

America’s transportation infrastructure is the backbone of our economy. A strong infrastructure means a strong America – an America that competes globally, supports local and regional economic development, and creates jobs. Strategic investments in our transportation infrastructure are vital to our national security, economic growth, transportation safety and our technology leadership. This doc...

FRP for Transportation and Civil Engineering Infrastructure: Reality and Vision

This paper reviews the reality and vision of the use of fiber reinforced polymer (FRP) composite materials in civil engineering and transportation infrastructure applications. Due to their superior characteristics these materials have become a commonly accepted construction material for both new construction and for rehabilitation and strengthening of existing bridges and structures. This paper...

Acoustic Detection and Monitoring for Transportation Infrastructure Security

Bicycling for transportation and health: the role of infrastructure.

This paper aims to provide insight on whether bicycling for everyday travel can help US adults meet the recommended levels of physical activity and what role public infrastructure may play in encouraging this activity. The study collected data on bicycling behavior from 166 regular cyclists in the Portland, Oregon metropolitan area using global positioning system (GPS) devices. Sixty percent of...

Developing Infrastructure for Interconnecting Transportation Network and Electric Grid

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