Application of NASA technology to a rapid transit systemNASA has established a new technology utilization program which involves full time, on-site contact with the user and is currently being applied in the development of the Metropolitan Dade County (Florida) Rapid Transit System. The NASA representative identifies technical problems while participating in daily activities and then draws on the agency's expertise to assist in solutions. NASA expertise assists in the construction of the rapid transit system in the areas of corrosion, solar energy utilization, quality assurance, and fire retardation.
Document ID
19790032127
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Proceedings
Authors
Preston, E. R. (Metropolitan Dade County Rapid Transit System Miami, Fla., United States)
Beck, P. E. (NASA Headquarters Washington, DC United States)