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3. Overview of Transit Modes RTC SR-160 Corridor Study 3.2.2 Vehicle Characteristics As with conventional bus transit, BRT employs rubber-tired vehicles that can flexibly operate on many different types of right-of-way. BRT systems can incorporate many of the same vehicles that are used for conventional bus service. Often, however, transit agencies use the implementation of BRT as an opportunity to introduce more advanced vehicle types and vehicle features. Vehicle Configuration Like conventional bus transit, BRT systems can employ both conventional and standard vehicles of all sizes, standard 40-foot and articulated 60-foot. In addition, the level of investment in BRT systems often justifies implementation of specialized BRT vehicles. Specialized BRT vehicles employ a modern, aerodynamic body to provide a look similar to rail vehicles. Specialized BRT vehicles also often integrate into one package many characteristics that are considered options for more conventional vehicle types – advanced communication systems, ITS features, precision docking, high quality interior design and finishes, and advanced propulsion systems. EXHIBIT 3-4: Body Design Types Body Design Conventional Stylized Specialized Capacity Standard X X Articulated X X X Given the desire to differentiate BRT from more conventional services, transit agencies are increasingly opting for configurations of vehicles that indicate greater attention to design, for both the exterior and the interior. EXHIBIT 3-5: Specialized BRT Vehicles Stylized Standard Vehicle Stylized Articulated Vehicle Specialized BRT Vehicle 3-7
3. Overview of Transit Modes RTC SR-160 Corridor Study Propulsion Systems Propulsion systems for BRT vehicles are undergoing the same evolution in propulsion systems as vehicles for conventional bus transit. The primary choices of propulsion systems are: Internal Combustion Engine – Vehicles with internal combustion engines derive their power from the combustion of a fossil fuel. Buses typically use diesel (now available in ultra low sulfur form) or natural gas (compressed or liquefied). Internal combustion engines are the most common vehicle propulsion systems. Trolley Buses / Dual-Mode Buses – Trolley buses have vehicle drives that are powered by electricity from overhead wires (catenary). Typically, trolley buses are used in tunnels (where zero pollutant emissions are required) or corridors with high bus volumes (where the amount of power delivered justifies the need to maintain infrastructure). Dual-mode buses can switch between electric power and power from an internal combustion engine. Hybrid-electric – Hybrid-electric drives combine internal combustion engines with an on-board energy storage device, such as a battery. The advantages of hybridelectric drives over conventional buses include smoother and quicker acceleration, more efficient braking, improved fuel economy, and reduced emissions. Other technologies such as fuel cell and electric batteries are still not developed enough to be commercially viable. 3.2.3 Infrastructure Elements Running Ways BRT systems often include running ways that are specially designed for the exclusive use of BRT vehicles during part or all of a service day. Running ways for BRT can include any of the following running way types: Designated or reserved lanes – lanes on arterial lanes that provide a fast, reliable alternative to mixed flow lanes At-grade transitways – exclusive lanes operating in a separate right-of-way with occasional intersections with cross-streets Fully Grade-Separated Exclusive Transitways – Exclusive lanes operating in a separate right-of-way with no crossings, enabling maximum speed between stations 3-8
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