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> They also carry a human operator at all times. Despite this, these are still pretty neat. It's like a tram line without having to build the tracks. You don't
by mastax 10y ago
> They also carry a human operator at all times.
Despite this, these are still pretty neat. It's like a tram line without having to build the tracks. You don't need to steer, just not hit anything in front of you. In this case, the sensors can probably do most of that, too.
- nraynaud 10y agoWell, there is another tram alternative: the bus on a separate lane, like in Nantes.
- ekianjo 10y agoParis also has specific bus lanes now everywhere.
- seszett 10y agoNantes' Busway isn't just separate bus lanes though, they get the same level of priority as a tramway, they run straight through roundabouts and other intersections, with lights turning blinking red for cars when the bus approaches. They also stop at every stop unlike regular buses (and they mostly use elevated platforms so there isn't a step to get in or out, IIRC).
- njs12345 10y agoAn example of BRT - there are quite a few of them now: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bus_rapid_transit https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bus_rapid_transit
- nylsaar 10y agoNo steering wheel or pedals must mean the operator operates the door? "Quelqu'un doit sauter!". (This may not be funny in two languages.)