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The Unexpected Friendship of TSMO and Complete Streets
Adults and children walking in a cross walk pushing a stroller.

The Unexpected Friendship of TSMO and Complete Streets

Historically, the typical user of a transportation system was a 9-5 commuter. However, the focus now and in the future should advance towards accommodating all users of the transportation system.

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750 500 Linda Smith
New Techniques Elevate Bridge Inspection Options

New Techniques Elevate Bridge Inspection Options

What is the bridge inspection process, and how is it done? New technologies have been implemented, including industrial rope access techniques and drone imagery that allow bridge inspectors safer and more reliable access in hard-to-reach areas.

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750 476 Hilary Lentz
The Past, Present, and Future of Transportation Data – Part Two

The Past, Present, and Future of Transportation Data – Part Two

Part two of OTEC roundtable panel members meeting for an insightful discussion of data’s past, present, and future uses in transportation.

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750 398 Hilary Lentz
The Past, Present, and Future of Transportation Data – Part One

The Past, Present, and Future of Transportation Data – Part One

Part one of OTEC roundtable panel members meeting for an insightful discussion of data’s past, present, and future uses in transportation.

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750 398 Hilary Lentz
How to Think about Fleet Replacements

How to Think about Fleet Replacements

Understanding the most effective ways to approach re-fleeting with careful research and real-world experiences will enable you to make informed decisions in a time of rapid change for vehicle fleets.

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370 246 Hilary Lentz
Pittsburgh Landslide Remediation Showcased on National TV

Pittsburgh Landslide Remediation Showcased on National TV

In 2018, Pittsburgh set a new record for rainfall. This rain proved to be the final ingredient that pushed this critical thoroughfare of Route 30 into failure.

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750 563 Hilary Lentz
Complete Streets Design in High Volume Corridors

Complete Streets Design in High Volume Corridors

Busy streets mean citizens are mobile and active, necessitating increased transit options for everyone. Thus, municipalities across the U.S. are asking transportation professionals to move more people in more efficient ways.

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750 421 Hilary Lentz
Transportation Agencies – Cyberthreats: Is NIST CSF the Right Solution?

Transportation Agencies – Cyberthreats: Is NIST CSF the Right Solution?

How can we address some of the basics of cyberhygiene to reduce the impact and damages of a cyberattack?

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750 228 Hilary Lentz
Genesis of a Tolling Marketplace with Third-Party Solutions

Genesis of a Tolling Marketplace with Third-Party Solutions

The number of roadways converting to electronic tolling is increasing, and technological improvements have led more states to operate fully automated toll systems to collect fees.

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750 500 Hilary Lentz
3 Scenarios Examine the Future of the Natural Gas Industry in the Context of Decarbonization Policies

3 Scenarios Examine the Future of the Natural Gas Industry in the Context of Decarbonization Policies

Addressing climate change has become an increasingly urgent topic of discussion globally, and many countries have moved to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions significantly. In the U.S., the president’s April 2021 announcement of a goal to reduce greenhouse gas emissions to half of 2005 levels by 2030 provides a direction for federal policy. Several states…

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750 316 Hilary Lentz
Meeting the Reality of Climate Impact Legislation in 2021

Meeting the Reality of Climate Impact Legislation in 2021

Ever-evolving climate legislation is causing mass confusion across the U.S. as building owners scramble to comply with regulations.

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750 319 Hilary Lentz
Fortify Your Dam Safety Program by Incorporating Resilience

Fortify Your Dam Safety Program by Incorporating Resilience

Learn how to expand various components of traditional dam safety practices by incorporating additional elements and complementary disciplines into an integrated dam resilience framework.

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750 500 Hilary Lentz
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