State of the Science Meeting
October 31 & November 1, 2006
DoubleTree Lloyd Center in Portland, Oregon
This conference will establish a national dialogue on the current state and future directions of research and development for improving access to public intercity transportation.
The Conference Objectives are:
- To encourage interaction between industry, government and advocacy groups
- To identify future research needs and industry gaps
- To discuss solutions to problems in accessible intercity public transportation
The conference format will include plenary sessions, paper presentations in breakout sessions, and extensive opportunity for networking and discussion. A goal of the conference will be to develop an agenda for future directions in research, policy, and product development based on user needs for Accessible Transportation.
Some of the Important Topics:
- Design for Emotion and Experience: the WOW effect!
- Vehicle Design Features for Older Travelers
- Federal Legislation for Accessible Transportation and Passenger Communication
- Emerging Technologies to Ease the “Pain” of Travel
- New Passenger Assistance Training
- Biomechanics of Transfers in Confined Spaces
Who should attend:
- Airline Personnel
- Passenger Rail and Coach Operators
- Passenger Service Representatives
- Purchasing Agents and Contractors who serve the traveling public
- Vehicle Interior Designers and Decision Makers
- Advocacy Groups
- Federal Officials
- Engineers, Planners, and Designers...