The first specifications for bi-level coach, dining, baggage, and business class rail cars to be constructed under the U.S. government’s High-Speed and Intercity Passenger Rail program were approved August 31 by the executive board of the Next Generation Equipment Committee, The approved specifications apply to bi-level passenger rail cars capable of speeds up to 125 mph.
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A GM-sponsored exhibition at the 1939 New York World’s Fair portrayed a transportation-centric world 20 years hence, complete with vast superhighway networks. Interestingly, GM’s “Futurama” accurately predicted wireless-enabled cooperative mobility technologies that are just now — 70 years later — being readied for deployment.
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The market for factory-fitted telematics systems and Internet access is about to enter a new and more dynamic growth phase, according to IMS Research. The market research firm expects all major vehicle manufacturers to begin selling an increasing proportion of their vehicles with these systems factory installed over the next decade.
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The IEEE issued a statement, today, highlighting the efforts of its members toward development of intelligent transport systems (ITS) worldwide, for “smarter, safer travel.” The group says its members are advancing the way technology is deployed in mass transit and road traffic computing and communications systems.
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Over 20 sessions from LinuxCon 2010, held Aug. 10-12 in Boston, are now available for free online viewing courtesy of the Linux Foundation. The sessions span a wide range of topics, including: open source licensing; technical considerations pertaining to the Linux kernel, applications, and tools; server, mobile, and cloud computing issues; business considerations; panel discussions; and more.
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