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Tag: infrastructure
Variable-message signs for cyclists by right-turning trucks
January 17, 2011 – 10:37
Traffic accidents involving cyclists and right-turning have severe consequences. Because of the tragic traffic accidents related to cyclists and right-turning trucks, the Municipality of Aarhus and COWI have made a project, where the aim was to find a solution, which can reduce the number of casualties by right-turning accidents. Although it is the truck that [...]
Humps on path as alternatives to path bars
January 10, 2011 – 11:40
In order to maintain a high level of traffic safety, and at the same time do it more convenient for the cyclists to go by bike on the paths, a test where path bars are replaced with humps has been made in Lystrup near Århus in Denmark.
CO2 neutral cycle path lighting in Aarhus
January 5, 2011 – 10:44
We meet him at the Skoedstrup exit outside of Aarhus in Denmark, just before twilight on a November day in 2010. Considering the high speed and the 9 km he has just cycled, he arrives in rather a relaxed mode, but this is quite characteristic for a fireball thrilled about his mission. We are talking about lighting of cycle paths with Pablo Celis, project manager for Aarhus Cycle City.
Showing cyclists that they count
January 3, 2011 – 13:54
There are many infrastructure improvements devoted to increasing bicycle use, but perhaps none are more immediately enjoyed by the cyclist as the cyclist counter. Invented in Denmark, the cyclist counter represents the melding of infrastructure and public data in a way that is transparent, interactive and even fun for citizens – An interview with Marianne Weinreich, Head of Mobility for Veksø A/S
Tiny car helps make big improvements for cyclists
November 22, 2010 – 13:53
Bumpy bike lanes are unpleasant to ride on and pose a safety hazard for cyclists. COWI has joined forces with Dynatest Denmark in the development and marketing of a new measurement concept.
Traffic calming – A cyclist’s best friend?
November 18, 2010 – 15:18
As the most densely populated municipality in Denmark, the City of Frederiksberg is under constant pressure from all road users to increase capacity. We asked Anne Mette Lundbirk to talk a bit about the competing demands between cyclists, pedestrians and motor vehicles.
How to: create safety for cyclists in Denmark
November 15, 2010 – 10:02
Motorists’ and cyclists’ awareness of each other is central to traffic safety, and this awareness grows the more cyclists are on the road network – it is a positive spiral.
Cycling and leisure time
November 15, 2010 – 10:02
Combining bicycle-related events with already existing events is a great way to promote leisure-time cycling. Follow the example of Odense.
Bicycle parking – to do or not to do!
November 15, 2010 – 10:02
Where do the bicycles go when not in use? Get advice on best practice and bicycle parking do’s and don’ts before deciding on your next bicycle parking facility.
Super highways for cyclists
September 2, 2010 – 10:24
Bicycle motorways to encourage people to bike to and from work
Bicycle Parking
September 1, 2010 – 11:18
Cycling as a means of transport is on the increase in many towns and cities around the world, and further growth in the number of cyclists is expected in the coming years. At the same time, a lot is being done at many levels to get more people on their bicycles. However, not much thought [...]
Rethinking the city – Janette Sadik-Khan
August 17, 2010 – 16:11
“Janette Sadik-Khan discusses her work as Transportation Commissioner of New York City, including her efforts to create more pedestrian- and bicycle-friendly streets. In the 21st century, she tells us, we will need to balance our transportation networks better.”
Copenhagen’s Car-Free Streets & Slow-Speed Zones
August 9, 2010 – 11:33
Once again Streetfilms.org focuses on the Copenhagen way of living
Let’s Reinvent the Wheel for a Change
July 13, 2010 – 12:11
A publication about the cycling culture in Denmark
Co-benefits of cycling
July 1, 2010 – 12:26
Interview with John Whitelegg, Professor of Sustainable Transport, on the co-benefits of cycling
Establishing a culture of cycling in the childhood
June 11, 2010 – 13:39
A presentation of a practical approach to children and cycling from Velo-city 2007
Cycling embassy in Ljubljana
May 27, 2010 – 11:10
Troels Andersen and Steffen Rasmussen were representing the cycling cities of Fredericia and Copenhagen
Boosting cycling is win-win
April 13, 2010 – 10:57
“Cycling improves health and the environment but it is not in the DNA of government. It needs to be”
