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Boarding a moving train: The way to speed up rail travel?

Ayesha Durgahee, CNN

Updated 9:10 AM EST,
Thu November 24, 2011

The 'Moving Platforms' concept envisions city-wide tram networks that are integrated with a high-speed rail service. When a tram runs next to a high-speed train, the tram speeds up and train slows down.

The moving tram "docks" with the moving train, allowing passengers to cross between tram and train without either vehicle stopping.

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"Moving Platforms" is an integrated tram-to-train concept

Passengers would cross between tram and train without either vehicle stopping

It's the work of British designer Paul Priestman

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http://www.cnn.com/2011/11/24/tech/innovation/moving-platforms/index.html?hpt=hp_c2




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