Elements of Transportation System PDF

Elements of Transportation System The transportation system is comprised of several elements. According to Sharpley (2006), these elements contribute to the system of these different modes of transport. The Way It can be classified as open like air and sea travel; it is free and does not have any...

Elements of Transportation System The transportation system is comprised of several elements. According to Sharpley (2006), these elements contribute to the system of these different modes of transport. The Way It can be classified as open like air and sea travel; it is free and does not have any cost. However, there are charges for the artificial works for port and inland waterways. Or it can be constructed like roads, rails, and canals. According to Dileep (2019), \"the way\" can be artificial or natural media. Roads and railways are examples of artificial media, while airways and sea routes are natural media. The Vehicles They serve as media or units that carry people to their destination. They can be an aircraft, trains, ships, or motor coaches. This element is also called the \"carrying unit,\" which is the most essential element of the transport system (Dileep, 2019). Terminal It is a built structure that provides passengers with smooth transfers from and to modes of transportation such as airlines, buses, and ferries. According to Rodrigue and Slack (n.d), a terminal may also be considered a point of interchange within that same mode of transport. For example, a passenger from Manila who opts to travel to Chicago via air transport may have to change planes in Narita, Japan. Also, terminals can be a \"point of transfer\" between different modes. For instance, a passenger arriving at the airport by car can change to air transport at the airport terminal (Dileep, 2019). According to Badan and Bhatt (2007), the terminal performs two functions: 1\. Facilitate transfer or interchange between modes. 2\. Consolidate traffic. Control and Communication Systems These systems are ways to ensure the safety of the passengers by monitoring the take-off and landing of the For land transport, railways use signals as their control systems, while road transportations are subject to signs such as traffic lights and signs for speed limits as a form of communication and control system. Water transports, like ships or ferries, have navigation systems to ensure a safe and smooth voyage. Through control systems, arrival and departure or even delays can be monitored. These can be observed in the airport or railway terminals. Such systems are very helpful because they can monitor the whereabouts of the transportation. Though, in road vehicles, these are not common but can be possible through tracking systems or global positioning systems Management and Staff With these various modes of transportation, it is noticeable that a number of staff are required for effective management. Thus, it involves all the usual management jobs for an efficient operation.