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Summary of FTA Bus Efficiency Enhancements Research and Demonstration: Thermoelectric Generation Demonstration at LYNX

This report summarizes the experiences and results from the development, testing, and demonstration of a thermoelectric generator (TEG) under FTA’s Bus Efficiency Enhancements Research and Demonstration (BEERD) program.

FTA Bus Efficiency Enhancements and Demonstration: Thermoelectric Generation Demonstration at LYNX (Report 0142)

This report documents the experiences and results from the development, testing, and demonstration of a thermoelectric generator (TEG) and presents a narrative description of the development and demonstration of the thermoelectric generator. FTA’s Bus Efficiency Enhancements Research and...

TRACS Membership List September 2019

This document lists members of the Transit Advisory Committee for Safety (TRACS).

Lowcountry Rapid Transit Project Profile

The Berkeley-Charleston-Dorchester Council of Governments (BCDCOG) proposes to implement a bus rapid transit (BRT) service connecting North Charleston and Charleston. The Project is planned to operate in a dedicated guideway for 11.7 miles (55 percent of the route), with a combination of median-...

TSO Spotlight September 2019 Issue

This issue includes articles on understanding the Safety Assurance requirements in Agency Safety Plans and newly available Public Transportation Agency Safety Plan (PTASP) resources. In addition, there is a new “Data Spotlight” feature with a focus on rail transit worker fatalities and injuries...

SSO Reporting Tool Colorado PUC

Presentation about the State Safety Oversight Reporting Tool given by the Colorado Public Utilities Commission.

Capital Investment Grant Funding Comparison Chart (September 25, 2019)

FTA has advanced funding for 25 new CIG projects throughout the nation under this Administration since January 20, 2017, totaling approximately $7.63 billion in funding commitments.

U.S. Department of Transportation Announces $75 Million for Tempe Streetcar Project

WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Transit Administration (FTA) today announced a $75 million grant to Valley Metro for the Tempe Streetcar project in Tempe, Arizona.

Rail Grade Crossing Safety FRA

Presentation about rail grade crossing safety given by the Federal Railroad Administration.