TRANSPORT MODES

Igor Minčík

Introduction

The movement of persons, animals and goods from one location to another.

Key component of every country economy

Means of transport Operators Infrastructure

Division

By the envinronment which is used to move

Ground x water x air x space By the covered distance

Long x medium x short By the provider

Public x private By the subject of transport

People x cargo

Air transport

People and cargo Long distances in short time High safety Fast growth Expensive (planes, infrastructure, fuel) Pollution ( noise, COx,…) Dependence on weather

Road transport

People and cargo Most common Fast on shorter distance Dense network of roads and

infrastructure Flexibility Cost Pollution

Railway transport

High density of railways Locomotive and carriages Useful for all distances Cheaper Large amount of cargo Relatively fast Not so flexible (time schedule, tracks) Environmentaly more friendly

Pipeline transport

Transportation of goods through pipes Liquid and gas form High reliability and safety Very expensive to built Environmental friendly Družba, IKL

Ship transport

Huge capacity Very cheap Long distance Environmental friendly but… Slow movement Nonperishable goods

Other modes of transport

Cable transport Space transport Animal powered transport walking

summary

Different technological solution Unique rules and regulations Typical infrastructure, vehicles and

operations Pros vs. Cons

Cost x speed x comfort x capability x route

Any questions?