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Evolution of transport technology since 1800 (update)

July 12, 2020 Jean-Paul Rodrigue

Updated a synthetic representation of the major technological developments by transportation mode for the last 200 years.

Evolution of Transport Technology since the 18th Century

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The Geography of Transport Systems, 6th Edition
The Geography of Transport Systems
SIXTH EDITION
Jean-Paul Rodrigue (2024), New York: Routledge, 402 pages. ISBN 9781032380407

DOI: 10.4324/9781003343196

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Table of Contents

  • 1. Transportation & Geography
  • 2. Transportation & Spatial Structure
  • 3. Transportation, Economy & Society
  • 4. Transport, Energy & Environment
  • 5. Transportation Modes
  • 6. Transportation Terminals
  • 7. Trade, Logistics & Freight Distribution
  • 8. Urban Transportation
  • 9. Transport Planning & Policy
  • 10. Challenges for Transport Geography
  • A. Methods in Transport Geography
  • B. Applications & Case Studies
  • C. City Logistics

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