Operating Characteristics of the Segway Human Transporter

摘要

The objective of this research was to examine the operating characteristics of the SegwayTM Human Transporter (HT). This final report provides empirical data on SegwayTM HT acceleration and stopping distance (both planned and unplanned stops) as well as riders approach speed and clearance distance when navigating around obstacles. Such information can support a rational approach to the incorporation of Segway. HT traffic into regulating, planning, designing, and controlling shared-use paths and roadways. The results of the research described here will provide practitioners and policy makers with data to make informed decisions related to the use of SegwayTM HTs on shared-use facilities.