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A Scalable Energy Modeling Framework for Electric Vehicles in Regional Transportation Networks

Research Product Type

Associated Publication

Researchers present a simulation-based quasi-statistical approach to estimate electric vehicle energy consumption under various on-road vehicle operating conditions.

A Simulation Study of the Efficiency of Unmarked On-Street Parking and Vehicle Downsizing

Principal Investigator Tongxin Xu, PhD
University of California, Davis

This study uses computer simulation to measure how vehicle downsizing impacts use of marked and unmarked parking spaces.

Project Status

Complete

A Stochastic Multi-agent Optimization Model for Energy Infrastructure Planning under Uncertainty in An Oligopolistic Market

Research Product Type

Associated Publication

This paper presents a mathematical model for analyzing long-term infrastructure investment decisions in a deregulated electricity market, such as the case in the United States.

A Truck Routing Model to Reduce Fuel Consumption and Emissions while Accounting for Parking Availability and Working Hours Constraints

Research Product Type

Research Brief

Researchers at the University of Southern California developed a truck routing model that minimizes fuel consumption and reduces emissions while explicitly accounting for parking availability and hours-of-service constraints. The researchers used the model to test various scenarios that reflect the practical constraints faced by drivers.

Addressing the Uncertainty in the Outcomes of On-Demand Ride-Hailing and Sustainable Transportation in Transportation Planning and Policy

Principal Investigator Susan Pike, Ph.D.
University of California, Davis

This project examines the uncertainties of on-demand ride-hailing, and policies that transportation planners are implementing to curb negative effects.

Project Status

Complete

Advancing Active Transportation Project Evaluation

Principal Investigator Dillon Fitch-Polse, Ph.D.
University of California, Davis

In this project, the researchers will conduct data collection and analysis to supplement the California AT Benefit-Cost Tool (or "the BC Tool").

Project Status

In Progress

Advancing Health Through Transportation Planning: An Introduction to the Integrated Transport and Health Impact Model Tool

This event will highlight one of the tools that have been developed to understand the health impacts related to the way communities and transportation systems are planned and designed called the Integrated Transport and Health Impact Model (ITHIM).

Jun 20, 2016 @ 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Sacramento Council of Governments Boardroom, 1415 L Street #300, Sacramento, CA
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Applying Vulnerability Assessments and Triple Bottom Line Considerations to Rail Infrastructure Management: Toward an Integrated Framework for Rail Resilience and Sustainability

Principal Investigator Adair Garrett
Georgia Institute of Technology

This research will apply climate vulnerability assessments and the TBL approach to sustainability to rail infrastructure planning and resource allocation decision making. The results will be validated by rail operators and administrators to support improved investments in rail that are resilient to extreme events, protect the natural environment, enhance economic competitiveness, and improve societal quality of life, equitably.

Project Status

In Progress

Assessing Network Criticality for Climate Adaptation Planning

Principal Investigator Jonathan Dowds
University of Vermont

This project evaluates how different planning agencies may prepare for future climate change threats.

Project Status

Complete

Assessing VTrans Employee Retention: Who Stays, Who Leaves and What to Do About It

Principal Investigator Glenn McRae, Ph.D.
University of Vermont

This study examined the state of employee retention and knowledge management in the Vermont Agency of Transportation.

Project Status

Complete