How do monorails compare with light rail systems?
I’ve never been clear on that.
Are you aware of any good work on this?
“What about us brain dead slobs?”
At least monorails don't share rights of ways with cars.
I'd think over the long haul that light rail is more expendable and flexible, as well as cost effective. The biggest advantage monorail has is that it likely requires less right of way, as it can be built over existing roadways, at least in part.
Of course, you could have an elevated rail as well, but then a lot of its costs advantages go way.
How do monorails compare with light rail systems?
I’ve never been clear on that.
The obvious difference is that monorails travel on an overhead track while light rail is built on ground level. So although the overhead track usually costs more to build, it doesn't interfere other ground level traffic on the roads, which is a big benefit both in efficiency and safety.
Are you aware of any good work on this?
No, but we can try looking here.