How Сan uST Technology Change the Infrastructure of Cities?

Modern megacities face many problems, from traffic congestions and air pollution to lack of space for green zones and recreational areas. The development of technologies is the most appropriate way to overcome these challenges. UST Inc.’s transport and infrastructure solutions not only offer a new level of transport efficiency, but also completely reconceive the arrangement of the urban environment.

Smart Cities and Integration with Modern Infrastructure

uST solutions will blend seamlessly into the concept of a smart city, which has been gaining popularity in recent years. It involves the integration of advanced technologies to improve the quality of life and management of urban processes. uST automated complexes fit perfectly into this approach due to their flexibility and ability to quickly integrate with existing transport networks. Light string rail overpasses can be laid through streets, rivers and parks without troubling the urban landscape and without requiring major rebuilding alterations. At the same time, the complexes can become not only key traffic arteries, but also multifunctional facilities — stations can be used as either commercial or entertainment centers, which increases their economic efficiency.

Efficient Use of Space

One of the main problems of megacities is the lack of land. Population growth and urban expansion bring about the need to build new roads and road junctions, which often entails the destruction of natural areas and a deterioration in the quality of life. uST complexes offer an alternative way that allows to arrange the elevated motor-vehicle traffic and thereby clears space for parks, pedestrian zones and other important facilities of the urban environment. The supports of transport and infrastructure complexes occupy a minimum of space, thanks to which laying an elevated track structure in an already established building area is much easier and more cost-effective than a metro line.

Reducing the Number of Traffic Jams

Traffic congestions are a serious problem in most cities. Traditional roads cannot cope with the growing number of cars, which results in increased travel time and negative consequences for the environment. UST Inc. offers a fast and efficient solution for both passenger and cargo transportation. Transport and infrastructure complexes of the "second level" will help to relieve the main highways of megacities. Unmanned electric vehicles on steel wheels (uPods) are capable of traveling at speed up to 150 km/h, which significantly reduces travel time between destinations. At the same time, the energy efficiency of the uST system is several times higher compared to traditional types of transport.

Environmental Friendliness and Reduction of Hazardous Emissions 

Transport is one of the key factors affecting carbon emissions into the atmosphere. uST complexes significantly reduce the environmental impact by using clean electricity and minimal resource consumption. For example, uPods consume incomparably less energy than traditional electric vehicles. In addition, by the use of steel wheels riding along a steel rail, hazardous substances are not released into the air during their wear and tear, as in the case with traditional rubber tires.

Economic Advantages for Cities

Traditional transport systems require significant costs both at the design and construction stages and during operation. uST complexes, on the contrary, have high cost-effectiveness. In comparison with monorails or metro, the construction of the string rail overpass is much cheaper due to the lower use of materials, simplicity of construction, small land allocation, and the elevated nature of the track. Furthermore, uST complexes require minimal maintenance, and in doing so, the track structure will not require major repairs for the period of 50 years, and the rolling stock for 25 years.

uST Is an Eco–Friendly and Efficient Solution for Improving Urban Mobility

UST Inc. offers solutions that can change the appearance of cities. They are not only cost-effective and environmentally friendly, but also allow to reconsider the approach to urban infrastructure. uST elevated transport systems help to relieve the roads, clear space for parks and green areas. They are also organically integrated into the concepts of smart cities. In the context of global environmental and transport challenges, the uST solution can become a key tool not only to overcome problems, but also to build up more modern and comfortable megacities.