Transportation Infostructures: The Development of Intelligent Transportation Systems

John Diebold

ISBN 10: 0275951553 / ISBN 13: 9780275951559

Published by Praeger Publishers, 1995

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This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside.This book has hardback covers. In good all round condition. No dust jacket. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item,600grams, ISBN:0275951553.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Transportation Infostructures: The Development of Intelligent Transportation Systems
• Publisher: Praeger Publishers
• Publication Date: 1995
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0275951553
• ISBN 13: 9780275951559
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: Good
• Weight: 600 grams
• Seller catalogs:
  • Transportation

About this title

Synopsis

This volume, the first to result from the Diebold Institute Information-Based Infrastructure Project, explores the links between business and government in the development of intelligent transportation systems (ITS) technology. The work focuses on road and vehicular infrastructures, comparing those of the U.S., Europe, and Japan, and the roles that ITS can play in solving major current and anticipated future transportational problems. Special attention is given to environmental and economic concerns.

The world's infrastructure requires refurbishing, but it especially requires rethinking. The computer has transformed business enterprises and now information technology can change our environment. This book explores the benefits and how to achieve them through the use of intelligent transportation systems (ITS). The implementation of ITS will potentially lead to individual drivers, fleet operators, and public transit users saving vast amounts of journey time and fuel, to a significant reduction in pollution and to improved road safety. The Japanese are ahead of the U.S. and Europe in the area of intelligent transportation systems, using position location devices, and electronic maps.

Most look at this development as one that helps speed passenger cars, but this book details the economics which point to the technology being equally good for speeding trucks and easing the movement of freight. Traffic avoidance is only part of the problem although route guidance is helpful. Financing of projects in ITS is an important area for innovation and ITS could be a source of revenue to municipalities rather than an expense.

About the Author

THE DIEBOLD INSTITUTE FOR PUBLIC POLICY, INC., founded in 1968 by John Diebold, is an operating foundation located in Bedford Hills, NY. Exploring the public-private interface to achieve maximum societal benefit from technological change is the principal focus of the Institute's activities.