Advances in human aspects of road and rail transportation
by
 
Stanton, Neville, 1960-

Title
Advances in human aspects of road and rail transportation

Author
Stanton, Neville, 1960-

ISBN
9780429108624

Physical Description
1 online resource (xv, 865 pages)

Series
Advances in human factors and ergonomics series
 
Advances in human factors and ergonomics series.

Contents
section 1. Design of driver-vehicle systems interaction -- section 2. Distraction of the driver -- section 3. Environmental impact of vehicles -- section 4. Integrated transport systems -- section 5. International differences in drivers -- section 6. Investigations into safety and accidents -- section 7. Methods and standards -- section 8. Studies of locomotives, drivers and rail systems.

Abstract
Human factors and ergonomics have made considerable contributions to the research, design, development, operation and analysis of transportation systems and their complementary infrastructure. This volume focuses on the causations of road accidents, the function and design of roads and signs, the design of automobiles, and the training of the driver. It covers accident analyses, air traffic control, control rooms, intelligent transportation systems, and new systems and technologies-- Provided by publisher.

Subject Term
Human engineering.
 
Aeronautics -- Human factors.
 
Transportation engineering.
 
Motor vehicles -- Design and construction.
 
Traffic safety.
 
Railroads -- Safety measures.

Added Author
Stanton, Neville, 1960-

Electronic Access
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LibraryMaterial TypeItem BarcodeShelf Number[[missing key: search.ChildField.HOLDING]]Status
Online LibraryE-Book538786-1001TA1145 .A375 2013CRC E-Books