Houston light rail simulator to aid in curtailing accidents
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FAAC Inc. supplied the $490,000 light rail simulator to Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County (Metro) for acquainting train operators with train controls and safety mechanisms to lessen the crash rate. The features of the simulator are presented.
Publication Name: Metro
Subject: Transportation industry
ISSN: 1098-0083
Year: 2004
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Transportation lessons from abroad
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Connex has grown into a chief participant with its transportation management agreements in Australia and New Zealand. The chief aspects of the transportation in Australia and New Zealand, which are contrasted to US, are outlined.
Publication Name: Metro
Subject: Transportation industry
ISSN: 1098-0083
Year: 2004
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