A resurgence of interest in rapid transit has resulted in a multiplicity of systems being proposed. Among these have been proposals to use guided rubber tired vehicles. The history and current status of development of a number of these systems is presented. The development of a new supported, dual track rubber tired system is described together with a review of operation and design considerations. Rolling resistance and acoustical factors are discussed and costs of several types of systems are compared. While rubber-tired systems are more costly than those having conventional steel wheels, special consideration of grades and community acceptance may justify their use.


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    Title :

    Modern Concepts in Rapid Transit and the Use of Rubber Tires for Transit Vehicles


    Additional title:

    Sae Technical Papers


    Contributors:

    Conference:

    SAE World Congress & Exhibition ; 1964



    Publication date :

    1964-01-01




    Type of media :

    Conference paper


    Type of material :

    Print


    Language :

    English





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