Mist-er PRT

[PRTguru]

I initially preferred "car on top" PRT system designs, but eventually warmed to underhanging approaches, which can have smaller ground footprints and potentially don't need as many materials to construct. This polish design distinguishes itself by not needing elevators or stairs at the "stops," again lowering cost of construction and allowing "stops" to be virtually anywhere. It also keeps the cars and passengers level during ascent and descent, which helps avoid the "rollercoaster sensation."

[ahoog69]

While I am a big supporter of PRT, I am not a big fan of systems where pods are supported from above; there is a perception of a lack of stability, which does not help to sell the concept. I very much like the Vectus system (no, I am not affiliated with Vectus). With a full PRT system, stations would be placed every 1/4 mile, easily within walking distance of most locations.

[duckjock]

I wish all PRT concepts like this one didn't look like crap. Cabinentaxi, and the Morgantown PRT are what all systems should look like - real, atainable goals, not these fancy "powered by faries and pixie dust" blobs floating around hanging off rails.

[CadenRolland]

PRT is a leap of faith but will happen out of pure economics.

This system is not going to work though since it does not have door-to-door access. Will I have to bike or walk how many miles to the rail station? If its not better than a car people will stick with there cars.

[eggaweb]

"This system is not going to work"

Ha Ha, they have been approved for installation! It is the first PRT system to get the go-ahead. Good luck to them.

[pippicat]

PRT is a fantasy for cornucopians and a stalking horse for the highway industry.