Search for dissertations about: "Karl Kottenhoff"
Showing result 1 - 5 of 6 swedish dissertations containing the words Karl Kottenhoff.
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1. Evaluation of passenger train concepts : Methods and results of measuring travellers' preferences in relation to cost
Abstract : Politicians would like the railways to help to solve futuretransport and environmental problems. People can travel to andfrom work and on business during the day on modern trains whichare faster than any other alternative on journeys ofintermediate length. READ MORE
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2. Tilting trains : Technology, benefits and motion sickness
Abstract : Carbody tilting is today a mature and inexpensive technology allowing higher speeds in curves and thus reduced travel time. The technology is accepted by most train operators, but a limited set of issues still holding back the full potential of tilting trains. READ MORE
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3. Impacts of Intelligent Transportation Systems on Users' Mobility: A Case Study Analysis
Abstract : People have many reasons to be mobile, from day-to-day activities involving work, studies, and family, to maintaining participation in society, health, and quality of life. Information and Communication Technology (ICT) is increasingly being deployed in the transportation context to improve individuals' mobility; for example via information provision. READ MORE
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4. User Perspectives on Intelligent Transportation Systems
Abstract : Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS), or the advanced use of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in the transportation context, offers new tools in the continual effort to develop an accessible, safe, and sustainable transportation system. In this thesis, focus is placed on ITS targeting individual use or the end users’ transportation experiences, e. READ MORE
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5. Bus rapid transit (BRT) and transitoriented development (TOD) : How to transform and adjust the Swedish cities for attractive bus systems like BRT? What demands BRT?
Abstract : Bus rapid transit (BRT) is an innovative bus system with sophisticated vehicles and inflexible busways integrated in the cities, high capacity and high quality, high speed and frequency, distinctive image and comfort. Many in Sweden believe that is impossible to introduce BRT, even though the Swedish towns and cities can benefit from the image, speed and frequency that BRT symbolizes. READ MORE