Abstract: This paper examines the effects of spacing policy and control system nonlinearities on the dynamic response of strings of automated transit vehicles operating under automatic velocity and spacing ...

Abstract: The problem of designing longitudinal control systems which provide acceleration and jerk limited response for automated vehicle systems is examined. Non-dimensional models of vehicles propelled ...

Abstract: The potential for improved dynamic performance of conventional rail vehicles through control of linear induction or synchronous motors is explored. Improvements in vehicle stability, ride quality, ...

Abstract: The problem of designing longitudinal control systems for automated highway vehicles powered by internal combustion engines is examined. Careful controller design is required so that the movement ...