Introduction to the High Speed Rail
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The document discusses the development and benefits of high-speed rail (HSR) systems, highlighting historical milestones and environmental advantages. It notes that by 2035, a Midwest HSR network is expected to create 42,000 jobs and significantly reduce carbon emissions compared to air travel. Additionally, it details the challenges and costs associated with constructing the rail line, particularly regarding routing and speed considerations.
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Introduction to the High Speed Rail
- 2. Transportation that uses electric trains that can travel at very high speeds Provides a friendlier alternative than common transportation methods
- 3. 1899: German Engineers sought a high speed train 1964: Japan capitalized on the High Speed Rail • Shinkansen …also known as the Bullet Train • Went 130 mph and carried 100 million people in first 3 years 1981: The revolution started and France got a HSR • TGV will carry 1 billion people in 20 years
- 4. Opens more space on highways and interstates By 2035, the Midwest Network will create 42,000 jobs and generate $6.1 billion in sales Environmentally friendly • Uses 4-5 times less carbon than an airplane Doesn’t cost very much
- 9. In 2010 Union Pacific Railroad (UPRR) got the bid to create the railway Since, 243 miles of track has been installed Train will be able to go 110 mph
- 10. Can not have that fast of a train within 30 miles of Chicago, St. Louis and other large cities Costs a lot of money to build Have to be able to allow trains and other traffic to keep flowing
- 11. Transportation Engineer • $46,000-$53,000 • Bachelor’s Degree Diesel Mechanic • $43,000-$49,000 • HS Diploma/GED Railroad Worker • $38,000-$44,000 • HS Diploma/GED
- 12. Determine where the track will be placed for the Illinois High Speed Rail • Have to go from Chicago to St. Louis • Have to go through at least 2 other cities Determine the speed of the train along the final track (keep the cities in consideration) Find the amount of time it will take to get from Chicago to St. Louis