_Climate Change Adaptation for Transportation Systems _examines the
international state of knowledge on climate change and weather and
their potential impacts on the planning, design and serviceability of
transportation networks. The book describes alternative frameworks for
adapting to climate change in the planning, provision and management
of transportation systems. It discusses methods and models for
including climate and weather factors in planning and design for use
in transportation asset systems under risk and uncertainty. Giving
specific attention to road, rail, ports and harbors, the book provides
users with the tools they need in decision-making approaches where
there is uncertainty.
* Examines the impact of climate change and extreme weather on the
performance and serviceability of transportation assets
* Explores the issues, methods, frameworks, models and techniques
for assessing transportation systems' performance, including
considerations for climate and the environment
* Provides case studies from around the world to illustrate methods,
covering a wide range of climatic conditions, considerations and
approaches for transportation planners
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ISBN
9780128166475
Publisert
2020
Utgiver
Vendor
Elsevier (S&T)
Språk
Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
Digital bok
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