Rio Grande Valley Passenger Rail Feasibility Analysis

The Rio Grande Valley Passenger Rail Feasibility Analysis project aims to explore the viability of introducing a new passenger rail service in the Rio Grande Valley region. This project will provide learners with the opportunity to apply their knowledge of data analysis and cost estimation to a real-world transportation study. The primary goal is to assess potential ridership by analyzing population data and to estimate the financial implications of the proposed rail service. The project is designed for students in transportation engineering or urban planning programs, allowing them to engage with practical challenges in regional transportation development. Learners will work closely with a mentor from Mission, Texas, who will provide guidance and insights throughout the study.

Rio Grande Valley Passenger Rail Feasibility Study

The Rio Grande Valley Passenger Rail Feasibility Study aims to evaluate the potential for a new passenger rail service in the Rio Grande Valley region. The project will involve conducting a comprehensive needs assessment to identify the most beneficial and cost-effective routes for the rail service. Students will analyze population data to determine the best areas for ridership and assess the environmental impact of the proposed rail routes. Additionally, the project will require identifying suitable locomotives and estimating overall project costs. The goal is to provide a detailed feasibility study that will help Integrated.Travel Research and Development make informed decisions about the viability of the passenger rail project. This study will involve close collaboration with the project administration team to ensure that all goals and timelines are met.

Feasibility Study of Semi-Truck Transport via Rail

Integrated.Travel Research and Development is tasked with conducting an engineering and feasibility study for the Triangle Railroad Holding Company. The project aims to evaluate the current equipment used for loading, offloading, and transporting semi-trucks on rail. The study will also assess the feasibility of this transportation method. The goal is to provide a comprehensive analysis that includes the types of equipment required, budget estimates for setup, and annual maintenance costs over a 20-year period. Additionally, the study will determine the maximum weight limit per truck set, the maximum number of truck sets that can be hauled per train set, the required annual number of truck sets hauled to cover costs, and the distance needed to justify the transportation costs.

Alberta to Montana Regional Rail Service Development

The main goal of the project is to conduct a Corridor Identification Study for the development of a regional passenger rail service connecting Alberta to Montana. The study will focus on recommending the preferred service level, frequency, performance, technology, and equity for the rail service. The project also aims to estimate the impact of daily passenger rail service on the tourism zone in Alberta and Montana, as well as to determine the sustainability of the international service and its potential to induce increased tourism within the communities it serves.