Transportation and Infrastructure News and Articles

Feds Unveil Draft of Smart Grid Interoperability Standards

Sep 24, 2009 - The National Institute of Standards and Technology will form panel to oversee smart grid standards.

NGA Urges Passage of PASS ID, 36 States Unable to Meet REAL ID Deadlines: Nov 18, 2009 - PASS ID offers a "practical solution" to REAL ID and "enjoys bipartisan support and the endorsement of the U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security."
New York City to Install Radar for Coordinated Traffic Control: Nov 18, 2009 - For some 200 intersections in four different boroughs as part of a NYC Transportation Department traffic coordination program.
Power Management Solution Reduces Police Car Dead Batteries, Emissions: Nov 17, 2009 - The Dallas Police Department piloted anti-idling technology that operates a car's electrical system while it's turned off. Laptops, lights, radios and other equipment are powered.
Dallas Cowboys Stadium Avoids Traffic Snarls With Camera System: Nov 16, 2009 - Traffic management video system in Arlington, Texas, keeps traffic smooth near sprawling Cowboys Stadium.
South Africa's Infrastructure Lesson (Opinion): Nov 16, 2009 - South Africa's preparation for the 2010 World Cup provides valuable lessons for IT leaders.
Obama Administration to Propose Federal Takeover of Light-Rail, Subway Safety: Nov 16, 2009 - State control "haphazard and ineffective," following recent "collisions, derailments and worker fatalities."
Rhode Island Governor Vetoes RFID Privacy Bill: Nov 12, 2009 - Restricted use of RFID capabilities to track children and motorists without a warrant.
10,000 ARRA Transportation Projects Funded: Nov 12, 2009 - This winter, DOT will announce $8 billion in grants to launch high-speed rail in America.
Innovation News Briefs: Nov 5, 2009 - Assistive robot, solar-powered monorail, universal chargers fit all phones, high-altitude wind generation, from bus to bus shelter, solar car race across Australia.
$151 Million Awarded for Energy Research Projects: Nov 3, 2009 - "Pie in the sky mad science" to "so crazy it just might work."
Taxi Drivers Watch Television Behind the Wheel: Nov 3, 2009 - Digital Media Broadcasting (DMB) beams television to more than 17 million mobile screens including those on the dashboards of taxis.
New York City Ferry Passengers get GPS Bus Schedule Data: Oct 28, 2009 - A cellular-based GPS system.
Vermont Utilities Receive $69 Million for Smart Grid Rollout: Oct 28, 2009 - Smart grid projects will include a statewide fiber-optic build-out that enhances Vermont's grid, improves interconnections with surrounding states and Quebec, and facilitates statewide broadband.
Technology Improves Boston Traffic Management: Oct 28, 2009 - Accomplished using the city's recently deployed fiber-optic network, originally built for the purpose of better connecting city facilities.
Stealth Wind Turbines Reduce Interference With Radar: Oct 22, 2009 - The stealth turbine solution uses a portfolio of radar absorbing materials.
Electric Vehicle Batteries Could Reduce Household Peak Power Demand: Oct 22, 2009 - Vehicle-to-home is a simple first step toward a mass vehicle-to-grid system.
San Diego Upgrades Towing System: Oct 20, 2009 - "Will shorten tow response times and reduce the administrative burden on our Police Department."
Missouri Department of Transportation Receives Governor's Awards: Oct 16, 2009 - Excellence in efficiency, innovation, technology, process improvement, customer service and employee development.
How Smart is Your Car? EU Mandates Transportation Communication Standards: Oct 16, 2009 - Interoperability among European systems.
Boston to Pilot Solar-Powered Evacuation System: Oct 13, 2009 - Street lights, traffic lights, video cameras, message boards and gas pumps will be solar powered.