Rail transport has a crucial role in shaping the transportation system in a country.For instance,rail transport has played a significant role in movement of goods and people in Kenya and in Africa as whole for almost ...Rail transport has a crucial role in shaping the transportation system in a country.For instance,rail transport has played a significant role in movement of goods and people in Kenya and in Africa as whole for almost a century.By 1990,however,the industry started to decline due to competition from more reliable and efficient means of transportation(buses and trucks).Passenger services had almost disappeared(accounting for less than 1%of total traffic).Against this background,this research paper analyses consideration factors for sustainability of the SGR(Standard Gauge Railway)infrastructure in Kenya.A case study method was selected and mainly used the desk top research approach to collect secondary data that were drawn from railway institution records,railway journals,railway magazines,internet and other secondary sources from projects,contract documents and government reports.The research results were used to formulate a roadmap for sustainable railway infrastructure projects.The research also discusses the outcomes and makes some recommendations for railway transportation infrastructure projects sustainability.展开更多
The concept of building up a“well-connected fully-integrated,enviomentfriendly,passenger-oriented,economic-efficient,culturally-rich,intelligent and A convenient”station has been being applied to practice in recent ...The concept of building up a“well-connected fully-integrated,enviomentfriendly,passenger-oriented,economic-efficient,culturally-rich,intelligent and A convenient”station has been being applied to practice in recent years.China State Railway Group Co.Ltd .(hereinafier referred to as CHINA RAILWAY)and the Academyof Arts&Design,Tsinghua University have jointly initiated a series of study projects around the topic of“cultural and artistic expression”aiming to optimize design concepts and explore the design aesthetics of China's railway passenger stations in practice.These projects have achieved some positive results and this paper aims to provide a better analysis of the design concept of railway passenger stations in the new era through ananalysis of those stations' design aesthetic.展开更多
Purpose-In an increasingly interconnected world,transportation infrastructure has emerged as a critical determinant of economic growth and global competitiveness.High-speed rail(HSR),characterized by its exceptional s...Purpose-In an increasingly interconnected world,transportation infrastructure has emerged as a critical determinant of economic growth and global competitiveness.High-speed rail(HSR),characterized by its exceptional speed and efficiency,has garnered widespread attention as a transformative mode of transportation that transcends borders and fosters economic development.The Kuala Lumpur-Singapore(KL-SG)HSR project stands as a prominent exemplar of this paradigm,symbolizing the potential of HSR to serve as a catalyst for national economic advancement.Design/methodologylapproach-This paper is prepared to provide an insight into the benefits and advantages of HSR based on proven case studies and references from global HSRs,including China,Spain,France and Japan.Findings-The findings that have been obtained focus on enhanced connectivity and accessibility,attracting foreign direct investment,revitalizing regional economies,urban development and city regeneration,boosting tourism and cultural exchange,human capital development,regionai integration and environmental and sustainability benefits.Originality/value-The KL-SG HSR,linking Kuala Lumpur and Singapore,epitomizes the potential for HSR to be a transformative agent in the realm of economic development.This project encapsulates the aspirations of two dynamic Southeast Asian economies,united in their pursuit of sustainable growth,enhanced connectivity and global competitiveness.By scrutinizing the KLSG High-Speed Rail through the lens of economic benchmarking,a deeper understanding emerges of how such projects can drive progress in areas such as cross-border trade,tourism,urban development and technological innovation.展开更多
In many cases, preventing permafrost from further thaw due to human activities might be the first choice for embankment design in permafrost regions. 2-D finite element analysis was conducted in this paper, in which p...In many cases, preventing permafrost from further thaw due to human activities might be the first choice for embankment design in permafrost regions. 2-D finite element analysis was conducted in this paper, in which phase change was taken into consideration to simulate the thermal regime of the Qinghai-Tibetan Railway with Expandable Polystyrene (EPS). Based on the predicted maximum thaw depth in the following 50 year, the best position for insulation was presented and the relationship between the thickness of insulation and the height of embankment was analyzed. Besides, the applicable range of insulation in embankment engineering of the Qinghai-Tibetan Railway in terms of Mean Annual Air Temperature (MAAT) was suggested and the influence of geothermal field of permafrost on the applicable range of the insulation was discussed.展开更多
文摘Rail transport has a crucial role in shaping the transportation system in a country.For instance,rail transport has played a significant role in movement of goods and people in Kenya and in Africa as whole for almost a century.By 1990,however,the industry started to decline due to competition from more reliable and efficient means of transportation(buses and trucks).Passenger services had almost disappeared(accounting for less than 1%of total traffic).Against this background,this research paper analyses consideration factors for sustainability of the SGR(Standard Gauge Railway)infrastructure in Kenya.A case study method was selected and mainly used the desk top research approach to collect secondary data that were drawn from railway institution records,railway journals,railway magazines,internet and other secondary sources from projects,contract documents and government reports.The research results were used to formulate a roadmap for sustainable railway infrastructure projects.The research also discusses the outcomes and makes some recommendations for railway transportation infrastructure projects sustainability.
文摘The concept of building up a“well-connected fully-integrated,enviomentfriendly,passenger-oriented,economic-efficient,culturally-rich,intelligent and A convenient”station has been being applied to practice in recent years.China State Railway Group Co.Ltd .(hereinafier referred to as CHINA RAILWAY)and the Academyof Arts&Design,Tsinghua University have jointly initiated a series of study projects around the topic of“cultural and artistic expression”aiming to optimize design concepts and explore the design aesthetics of China's railway passenger stations in practice.These projects have achieved some positive results and this paper aims to provide a better analysis of the design concept of railway passenger stations in the new era through ananalysis of those stations' design aesthetic.
基金Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia(UTHM)through Tier 1(Vot H936).
文摘Purpose-In an increasingly interconnected world,transportation infrastructure has emerged as a critical determinant of economic growth and global competitiveness.High-speed rail(HSR),characterized by its exceptional speed and efficiency,has garnered widespread attention as a transformative mode of transportation that transcends borders and fosters economic development.The Kuala Lumpur-Singapore(KL-SG)HSR project stands as a prominent exemplar of this paradigm,symbolizing the potential of HSR to serve as a catalyst for national economic advancement.Design/methodologylapproach-This paper is prepared to provide an insight into the benefits and advantages of HSR based on proven case studies and references from global HSRs,including China,Spain,France and Japan.Findings-The findings that have been obtained focus on enhanced connectivity and accessibility,attracting foreign direct investment,revitalizing regional economies,urban development and city regeneration,boosting tourism and cultural exchange,human capital development,regionai integration and environmental and sustainability benefits.Originality/value-The KL-SG HSR,linking Kuala Lumpur and Singapore,epitomizes the potential for HSR to be a transformative agent in the realm of economic development.This project encapsulates the aspirations of two dynamic Southeast Asian economies,united in their pursuit of sustainable growth,enhanced connectivity and global competitiveness.By scrutinizing the KLSG High-Speed Rail through the lens of economic benchmarking,a deeper understanding emerges of how such projects can drive progress in areas such as cross-border trade,tourism,urban development and technological innovation.
文摘In many cases, preventing permafrost from further thaw due to human activities might be the first choice for embankment design in permafrost regions. 2-D finite element analysis was conducted in this paper, in which phase change was taken into consideration to simulate the thermal regime of the Qinghai-Tibetan Railway with Expandable Polystyrene (EPS). Based on the predicted maximum thaw depth in the following 50 year, the best position for insulation was presented and the relationship between the thickness of insulation and the height of embankment was analyzed. Besides, the applicable range of insulation in embankment engineering of the Qinghai-Tibetan Railway in terms of Mean Annual Air Temperature (MAAT) was suggested and the influence of geothermal field of permafrost on the applicable range of the insulation was discussed.
