The book details the process of designing an accessible bus system from the underlying principles through to the practical implementation, monitoring and evaluation. Fundamental principles of accessibility and independence are discussed in relation to the design of the bus system, its networks and operation. Bus stop design, interaction with traffic, and urban and rural systems are all examined in depth. The processes involved in, and the outcomes of, a number of different approaches to public participation are also detailed.
Essentially practical in scope and with many photographs, drawings and figures to illustrate the text, the book features important new developments in conceptual thinking, along with the very latest information for comprehensive theoretical design.
Accessibility and the bus system will be an invaluable resource for local authorities, transport engineers and transport planners. It will also be a concise reference tool for anyone seeking to develop and implement accessibility policy in other areas.
The book is based on our accessibility research and has contributions from many members of the Accessibility Research Group: Ian Brown, Martha Caiafa, Paulo Silva, Rodrigo Fernandez, Natasha Brown, Chris Cook, Marcela Wainstein and Nick Tyler.
July 2002 Hardbound 432pp ISBN 0 7277 2980 2 234x156mm £75.00
· Philosophy and Approach Nick Tyler
· Existing Systems Nick Tyler
· Accessibility and Networks Nick Tyler
· Operational Impacts of Bus Stops Nick Tyler, Paulo Silva, Natasha Brown, Rodrigo Fernandez
· Bus Stop Infrastructure Martha Caiafa, Nick Tyler, Ian Brown
· Information and Communication Along the Journey Chain Martha Caiafa, Nick Tyler
· Involving the Public Nick Tyler, Martha Caiafa, Ian Brown
· Accessible Public Transport in Rural Areas Ian Brown, Nick Tyler
· Conclusions Nick Tyler
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