Report No. FHWA-RD.

Report No. FHWA-RD.

Author: United States. Federal Highway Administration. Offices of Research and Development

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Published: 1980

Total Pages: 608

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Passenger Car Equivalents on Urban Freeways

Passenger Car Equivalents on Urban Freeways

Author: Edmond L. Seguin

Publisher:

Published: 1982

Total Pages: 40

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This report presents the results of a study to determine passenger car equivalents (PCEs) of trucks and other vehicles on urban freeways. Field data collection used the Traffic Evaluator System (TES). Samples of weaving, merge, diverge, and basic freeway sections were studied in Houston, Dallas and Atlanta. Detailed vehicle classification, headway, speed, and spacing were developed for over 287,000 vehicles.


Railroad - Highway Grade Crossing Handbook

Railroad - Highway Grade Crossing Handbook

Author: United States. Federal Highway Administration. Office of Engineering. Railroads and Utilities Branch

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Published: 1978

Total Pages: 260

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This handbook briefly describes how growth of railroads and highways resulted in a proliferation of grade crossings and then discusses the variety of methods developed to warn pedestrians and vehicles of approaching trains. It is aimed primarily at providing railroad, state and municipal personnel with information which can help in cooperative efforts to improve grade crossing safety and efficiency. The book describes conditions and requirements at crossing; facilitates understanding of the elements of crossing systems; provides a compendium of existing grade crossing technology; serves as a guideline to aid in implementing improvements to grade crossings; aids in understanding and applying new technology; and serves as a basic text for training programs.