Research

The ALC-BRT Laboratory will develop in-depth understanding of the factors and relations underlying system performance, be it on the physical, financial, institutional or other dimensions, developing or improving analytical methods and their supporting instruments. Achieving good BRT performance is demanding. Moving from traditional trial and error to a more systematic design approach is a challenge. The research dimension of the CoE is engaged on the exam of ways of achieving better processes and develop tools aimed at evaluating alternative strategies to improve transport quality.

The research developed by the ALC-BRT Laboratory will be organized as follows:

Strategic

• BRT Performance
• Policy Design
• Vision versus delivery analysis

Tactical

• Bus-following models
• Business plans, contracts and incentives
• Satisfaction for users and authorities
• Planning, designing and financing
• Modelling modal choice
• BRT stations and surrounding areas
• Network planning and designing
• Express services for BRT
• Urban design

Operational

• BRT management and control
• Critical operational issues
• Simulating BRT performance
• New technologies in BRT