Book description
In the US we are nearing four million road deaths since we began counting them in 1899. The numbers are getting worse in recent years, yet we continue to accept these deaths as part of doing business. There has been no examination of why we engineer roads that are literally killing us. Fixing the carnage on our roadways requires a change in mindset and a dramatic transformation of transportation. This goes for traffic engineers in particular because they are still the ones in charge of our streets. In Killed by a Traffic Engineer, civil engineering professor Wes Marshall shines a spotlight on how little science there is behind the way that our streets are engineered, which leaves safety as an afterthought. While traffic engineers are not trying to cause deliberate harm to anyone, he explains, they are guilty of creating a transportation system whose designs remain largely based on plausible, but unproven, conjecture. Thoroughly researched and compellingly written, Killed by a Traffic Engineer shows how traffic engineering “research” is outdated and unexamined (at its best) and often steered by an industry and culture considering only how to get from point A to B the fastest way possible, to the detriment of safety, quality of life, equality, and planetary health. Marshall examines our need for speed and how traffic engineers disconnected it from safety, the focus on capacity and how it influences design, blaming human error, relying on faulty data, how liability drives reporting, measuring road safety outcomes, and the education (and reeducation) of traffic engineers.Killed by a Traffic Engineer is ultimately hopeful about what is possible once we shift our thinking and demand streets engineered for the safety of people, both outside and inside of cars. It will make you look at your city and streets—and traffic engineers— in a new light and inspire you to take action.
Mercury Reborn
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Ember Master
I can't believe how much more I'm 'reading' now, thanks to this app. Great for listening to lectures and educational content. Very useful!
Wild Hair
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Zod
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Moon Peaches
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Microwave
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Darkside Hooker
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Commando
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AirportHobo XD
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Clover Dragon
This app has turned long waits into exciting opportunities to dive into a new story. I'm amazed at how this app has expanded my reading horizons. Easy sharing with friends via AirDrop. Very convenient.
Arsenic Coo
ListenBook's basic audio filters allow me to fine-tune the audio playback to suit my preferences. With ListenBook, I can finally enjoy my audiobooks without worrying about format compatibility. It handles everything! Noise reduction on ListenBook Pro is a revelation. It enhances the audio quality and makes listening comfortable. ListenBook has become my ultimate audiobook companion. It enhances every listening session.
Bug Blitz
Looping playback helps me immerse myself in the content. It's my secret study weapon. ListenBook is the ultimate audiobook player. The app supports all formats, and the import process is seamless. I love the playback history feature—it’s so easy to revisit my favorite parts. Highly recommend this app!
QuestQuill
ListenBook's intuitive design and thoughtful features have made my audiobook experience delightful. ListenBook Pro's unlimited audiobook length is a boon for those who enjoy deep dives into lengthy narratives. ListenBook's compatibility with a wide array of audio formats makes it my ultimate audiobook companion. Binaural audio processing really helps reduce fatigue. The app is very easy to use. ListenBook makes managing my audiobook library simple.
Wiccan Trouble
The user-friendly interface and precise controls make listening to audiobooks an absolute delight. ListenBook has streamlined my audiobook experience. It's a must-have app for enthusiasts.
Z-Boy
The ability to download audio from network devices directly within ListenBook is incredibly convenient. ListenBook's features are a dream come true for anyone who loves to learn on the go. 💼 Merging work and pleasure – audiobooks keep me company during house admin tasks! 💻🎧 The versatility of this app is mind-boggling. It's like a one-stop solution for audiobooks. The ability to organize my library is a huge plus. Everything is so neat and tidy.
Lewd Dice
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Baked ZD
🛌 Drifting into dreamland with enchanting audiobooks – bedtime has become a gateway to imagination. 🌙📚 Downloading over WiFi is quick and efficient. Saves a lot of time. This was a workmanlike audiobook that did the job without flair. The narration was clear and the pacing appropriate, though the delivery lacked some emotional depth. The production quality was acceptable with no major technical issues.
Eerie
I can't get enough of the celebrity narrators – they add a unique charm to each book. ListenBook's library organization features have transformed my chaotic audiobook collection into an organized masterpiece. The quick access to chapters and controls makes the app a joy to use. I'm always in control. ListenBook makes my commute enjoyable. The audio filters really enhance the listening experience. I love the chapter navigation feature. ListenBook makes it easy to find specific sections.
Sugar Apple
ListenBook's support for playlists in CUE format is a thoughtful touch I appreciate. With ListenBook, my audio content is organized, accessible, and ready to inspire me. This app's compatibility with different formats ensures that I never miss out on a great audiobook. This app's support for various formats and genres ensures that there's always something new to explore. Finally, an audiobook player that supports all formats! No more converting files.
Uncle Psycho
ListenBook's focus on quality and user experience has made it my go-to app for audiobooks and educational content. 🌟 Simplifying my reading routine – this app's user-friendly design ensures I'm always in sync with my favorite stories. 📚✨ My house has never been cleaner! I kept finding chores to do just to keep listening. The narrator's energy matched the tone of the book perfectly.
Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
If you love listening to fiction audiobooks, ListenBook has features to make the process easier.
Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience