Socioeconomic impact assessments of high-Speed rail: A meta-Analysis

Regional Economic Impact Analysis of High Speed Rail in China

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Comparing environmental impact of conventional and high speed rail

HIGH - SPEED RAIL IN CALIFORNIA : A Cost - Benefit Analysis

Very high speed rail may be a competitive mode of transportation for California's future. This article presents an evaluation of the economic and comprehensive benefits and costs associated with such an endeavor. The results indicate competitive comprehensive rates of return and a potential for project self-financing, suggesting that such a project merits serious consideration by the State.

Dynamic Analysis of High Speed Rail-Vehicle Collisions

In the event of a collision between a traveling, high speed train and a vehicle, the scale of human fatality and property damage can increase substantially if the train derails from its track after impact. Hence, it is important to identify the conditions and factors that may potentially lead to derailment in the event of a train-vehicle collision incident at a highway rail grade crossing. This...

High-Speed Rail IDEA Program FIBER OPTICAL SENSORS FOR HIGH-SPEED RAIL APPLICATIONS