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Newsby StaffJune 24, 2014

SkyTran's futuristic elevated transport system to be built in Israel

Touted as a high-speed, energy-efficient, transportation system, skyTran is a network of computer-controlled, 2-person "jet-like" vehicles employing state-of-the-art passive Magnetic Levitation technology.

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Newsby StaffJune 17, 2014

Man arrested for commandeering N.Y. transit bus

It was reported the stolen bus had been left on a ramp at the St. George ferry by a driver who took a break. Police arrested the man after the MTA used bus-tracking technology to help locate the stolen bus.

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Newsby StaffJune 13, 2014

Wash. agency switching fare collection to decrease fraud

The magnetic strip technology would require the replacement of all fareboxes, many of which are more than 20 years old. The agency plans to pay for it with a $2 million federal grant.

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Newsby StaffJune 11, 2014

Maxwell adds to K2 series of ultracapacitor cells

The new 2.85-volt, 3400-farad ultracapacitor cell increases the range of available specific power and stored energy and introduces DuraBlue Shock and Vibration Technology.

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Newsby StaffJune 5, 2014

'Pop-up' bus service launches in Mass.

The private service uses chartered buses and is run by a start-up technology company called Bridj. The coaches feature comfortable seats and Wi-Fi and costs $6 per ride.

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Newsby StaffJune 2, 2014

Ohio St., transit agency collaborate on app

C-Ride uses GPS technology to adjust schedules and help riders plan and navigate the quickest transit and university transit bus routes.

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Newsby StaffMay 29, 2014

Fla. LYNX names new GM

In her new position, Susan Black will lead the agency’s administrative division, including engineering, human resources, information technology, marketing, planning and development, and safety/risk, departments.

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Newsby StaffMay 15, 2014

Md. MTA adds next-train arrival technology

The $1.1 million system includes the installation of GPS antennas, cellular modems, specialized software and computers on all 53 light rail vehicles.

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Transit Dispatchesby Paul MackieApril 7, 2014

Apple Transportation Program Stuck in Past

For years, Steve Jobs and company seem to have been our reliable guides to new technology and a better tomorrow. However, Apple’s decision to build a mammoth new headquarters in Cupertino, Calif. – miles from public transportation and adequate housing – amounts to a corporate denunciation of sustainability.

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ProductsMarch 21, 2014

High-definition cameras

AngelTrax' new line of onboard interior and exterior high-definition cameras features "SmartInfrared" technology coupled with advanced dual-exposure image processing, improving nighttime and low light video capture.

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