STP 14/6/10 - Rapid Construction of Passenger Interchanges
Overview
Background & policy context:
The Government recognises that the present rate of increase in road use is unsustainable and aims to discourage urban car use. For such a policy to be successful there is a need for an increase in the number of conveniently located passenger interchanges. If new interchanges are to be economically viable, it is vital that they be built cost effectively and safely and fully satisfies the needs of all construction processes. There is also considerable scope for standardisation of designs and prefabrication of the necessary components in the construction of new rail stations.
Objectives:
The research objectives were the:
- investigation of generic design issues for new interchanges,
- development of a design brief for a good quality small passenger interchange, and
- production of a 'Package Design' for a quickly-built station.
Methodology:
The main design parameters for the design of small passenger interchanges were investigated through literature review, surveys, virtual three-dimensional modelling, and interviews.
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