Transportation

Teaching a microbe to make fuelGenetically modified organism could turn carbon dioxide or waste products into a gasoline-compatible transportation fuel.

Mechanical engineers develop an ‘intelligent co-pilot’ for carsSemiautonomous system takes the wheel to keep drivers safe.

Civil engineers find savings where the rubber meets the roadStudy shows that pavement deflection under vehicle tires makes for a continuous uphill drive that increases fuel consumption.

Lots of troubleIn a new book, an MIT urban planner rethinks the mundane, ubiquitous parking lot.

Researchers create first large-scale model of human mobility that incorporates human natureWork is broadly applicable to studies of commuting, migration, freight, even epidemics.

Driving the greenNew study suggests that electric-powered trucks will save money for businesses.

Knittel named first energy faculty chair at MIT

A test of teamwork, engineering skill and endurance across the Australian OutbackAfter placing 15th in the 2011 Veolia World Solar Challenge, MIT’s Solar Electric Vehicle Team reflects on their experience and looks ahead to the future.

3 Questions: Chappell Lawson on border securityMIT political scientist, back from serving in Washington, discusses the border issues the United States faces.

In plane viewNew tool analyzes black-box data for flight anomalies.

Paving the way to greenhouse gas reductionsNew MIT report on concrete roadways shows opportunities for significant carbon-footprint cuts.

‘Smart cars’ that are actually, well, smartMechanical engineers work to develop intelligent onboard transportation systems that can prevent car crashes.

3 Questions: Amy Glasmeier on rebuilding after disaster hitsFrom tornadoes to flooding, nature has taken a heavy toll in America this year. What are the challenges cities like Joplin and Tuscaloosa will face while rebuilding?

Cultivating supply chain expertsMIT’s Global SCALE Network connects international centers offering graduate-level education.

MIT and the government of Malaysia sign long-term agreementMIT and Malaysia to create world-leading supply chain and logistics center

Committee says DOD should pay some of the costs of transportation infrastructure near U.S. military basesProfessor Joseph Sussman chaired committee that also required funding for public transportation

Electrifying transportation: Devil is in the detailsMIT symposium finds electric vehicle technology capabilities are way ahead of policy and infrastructure needs.

George Kocur on Transit Fare CollectionPresented by Transportation@MIT

Emeritus: John HeywoodHe literally wrote the book on the internal combustion engine — and says rumors of its death are greatly exaggerated.

Shopper positioning system wins MIT Portugal Venture Competition

3 Questions: Joseph Coughlin on aging and drivingAs the Baby Boomers become senior citizens, is a mobility crisis coming down the road?

Alex (Sandy) Pentland on engineering smarter driversPresented by Transportation@MIT

3 Questions: John Hansman on the Qantas A380 engine blowoutMIT aviation expert discusses why the engine failure could have resulted in a more serious outcome.

The 6-percent solutionHow corporations can reduce greenhouse-gas emissions through better planning.

MIT researchers test automatic parallel parkingAgeLab study: Driver-assistance systems can increase wellness and safety behind the wheel

Yossi Sheffi discusses new technologies and process innovationProfessor was a guest on recent broadcast of CNBC's Executive Vision