Publications

Director of Transportation Institute, Endowed Professor of Supply Chain Management

College of Business and Economics
Department of Marketing and Supply Chain Management
Willie A. Deese College of Business and Economics, 1601 East Market Street, 402C Craig Hall E: rrliu@ncat.edu

Published Authored Books

Liu, Rongfang (Rachel). Automated Transit: Planning, Operation and Applications. John Wiley and Sons, Inc.
Publishing House. Hoboken NJ. November 2016. 206 pages.
http://www.wiley.com/WileyCDA/WileyTitle/productCd-1118891007.html.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel) and Eva Lerner-Lam, English-Chinese and Chinese- English Glossary of Transportation
Terms: Highways and Railroads. America Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE), 2012. Washington DC. 270 pages.
https://www.amazon.com/English-Chinese-Chinese-English-Glossary-Transportation-Terms/dp/0784412057.
Reference Book。
Liu, Rongfang. Assess Intermodal Transfer Penalties. Dissertation, University of South Florida, Tampa, Fl. 1996.
Liu, Rongfang, Y. Cai and M. Jiang. URBANOLOGY. Science Propagation Press House. Beijing, 1989

Published Edited Conference Proceedings

Liu, Rongfang (Rachel) and Alain Kornhauser. Smart Driving at the Crossroad: Mobility for all as the Path Forward. Proceedings of the 3rd Smart Driving Summit. Forth coming.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel), J. Zhang and C. Guan*1. Logistics: the Emerging Frontiers of Transportation andDevelopment in China. Proceedings of the 8th International Conference of Chinese Transportation Professionals. American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE), October 2008. 4,795 pages.
http://ascelibrary.org/doi/book/10.1061/9780784409961.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel), Dongyuan Yang and Jian John LU. Plan, Build and Manage Transportation Infrastructure in China, Proceedings of the 7th International Conference of Chinese Transportation Professionals. American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE), 200

Published Authored Book Chapters

Liu, Rongfang (Rachel), “Transformation in Coexistence of Light Rail Transit and other railroad facilities” in Encyclopedia of Sustainability Science and Technology, Edited by Robert A. Meyers, published by Springer, Springer Reference (https://www.springerreference.com). Springer-Verlag Berlin Heidelberg, July 2022.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel), Daniel Fagnant and Wei-bin Zhang. “Beyond Single Occupancy Vehicles: Automated Transit and Shared Mobility” In “Road Vehicle Automation 3” edited by Gereon Meyer and Sven Beiker. Published by Springer, 2016. 18 pages. http://www.springer.com/gp/book/9783319405025.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel), Liu (Willow) Lv*, and Zhaodong (Tony) Huang*. “High Speed Rail Development in China – A Case Study of State Guided Technology Transfer”. In “China as an Innovation Nation?” Edited by Zhou, Lazonick and Sun, Published by Oxford University Press, United Kingdom. 2015. 26 pages.
https://global.oup.com/academic/product/china-as-an-innovation-nation-9780198753568?cc=us&lang=en&.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel), “Innovations in Light Rail Transit: Issues Related to Sharing of Railroad Right of Way by Passenger and Freight Systems” in Encyclopedia of Sustainability Science and Technology, Edited by Robert A. Meyers, published by Springer, SpringerReference (hwww.springerreference.com). Springer-Verlag Berlin Heidelberg, 2015. DOI: 10.1007/SpringerReference_226400 2013-02-27 18:03:17 UTC. 25 pages.
Liu Rongfang (Rachel), “Light Rail Transit, Shared Infrastructural Issues.” in Transportation Technologies for Sustainability, Edited by Mehrdad Ehsani, Feiyue Wang and Gary Brosch. Springer, 2013. 21 pages.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel), “Spectrum of Automated Guideway Transit (AGT) Technology and Its Applications” in Handbook of Transportation Engineering, Edited by Myer Kutz, published by McGraw-Hill, 2011. 30 pages. https://www.mhprofessional.com/details.php?isbn=007161477X.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel) and Yi Deng*. “Developing Statewide Weekend Travel Demand Forecast Models for New Jersey” in Transportation Statistics, Edited by Brian W. Sloboda and Vincent Yao. Published by J. Ross Publishing. December 2008. 18 pages.
http://www.jrosspub.com/transportation-statistics.html.

Published Refereed Journal Article

Li, Mengxia; Junmin Mou and Rongfang (Rachel) Liu. 2019. “Relational Modelof Accidents and Vessel Safty Using AIS Data and GIS: A case study of the WEtern Port of Shenzhen City”, Journal of Marine Science and Engineering, Vol. 7, Issue 6, Pp 1-16, June 2019.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel), “Automated Transit Applications: Real World Examples” Transportation Research News No. 317, September – October 2018. Pages 19-25.
Schachter, Hindy; Janice Daniel and Rongfang (Rachel) Liu, “Win-Win Agreements and Public Private Infrastructure Partnerships: Managerial and Governance Concerns” Public Administration Quarterly, Vol 41, No. 4, Pp 34-60. Winter 2017.
Chu, Y., Y. Deng, and Rongfang (Rachel) Liu, “Impact of New Light Rail Transit Service on Riders’ Residential Relocation Decisions”. Journal of Public Transportation, Vol 20, No. 2. 2017. Pp152-165.
Zhang, X., J. Mou, and Rongfang (Rachel) Liu. “Capacity Analysis for Bifurcated Estuaries Based on Ship Domain Theory and Its Applications.” Transportation Research Record No. 2611: Journal of Transportation Research Board (TRB), 2017.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel) and Nederal Moini. “Benchmarking Transportation Safety Performance Via Shift-Share Approaches” Journal of Transportation Safety and Security. Taylor and Francis Group LLC and University of Tennessee. Vol 7, No. 2, Pages 124-137. 2015.
Huang, Zhaodong* (Tony) and Rongfang (Rachel) Liu. “Improve Rail Station Access Via Feeder Bus Network Optimization and Mode Shifts”. Transportation Research Record – Journal of Transportation Research Board, No. 2352, page 20-30. 2013.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel) and Guilin (Andy) Li*. “Forecast High Speed Rail Ridership Using a Simultaneous Modeling Approach” Transportation Planning and Technology. Volume 35, Issue 5, pp 577-590. July 2012.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel) and Zhaodong (Tony) Huang*. “Potential Issues and Challenges in Implementing the Railroad Safety Improvement Act of 2008 Based on a National Survey” Journal of Transportation Safety and Security, Volume 3, Issue 4, December 2011, Pages 252-271.
Leone, Kelly* and Rongfang (Rachel) Liu. “Improving Airport Security Screening Checkpoint Operations in the US via Paced System Design.” Journal of Air Transport Management, Vol. 16, Issue 3, pp. 69-78. Elsevier, United Kingdom. June 2010. Peer Reviewed.
Guan, Changqian* and Rongfang (Rachel) Liu. “Container Terminal Gate Appointment System Optimization” Maritime Economic and Logistics Vol. 12. Issue 1: pp 1-21. 2009. Palgrave MacMillan.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel), David O. Nelson and Alexander Lu. “Business Model for Shared Operations of Freight and Passenger Services” Transportation Research Record (TRR): Journal of Transportation Research Board (TRB). No. 2547: pp 86-92. 2009. Washington DC.
Guan, Changqian* and Rongfang (Rachel) Liu. “Modeling Marine Container Terminal Gate Congestion, Truck Waiting Cost, and Optimization” Transportation Research Record (TRR): Journal of Transportation Research Board (TRB). No. 2100, pp 58-67. 2009. Washington DC.　
Yang, Fei; Xia Jin; and Rongfang (Rachel) Liu. “Tour-Based Time-of-Day Choices for Weekend Nonwork Activities (08-2902).” Transportation Research Record (TRR) No. 2054: Journal of Transportation Research Board (TRB). Pages 37-45. 2008. Washington DC.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel) and H. Schachter. "Addressing the Needs of Limited English Proficiency (LEP) Communities in Emergency Response Plans" Transportation Research Record 2013, Journal of Transportation Research Board, Pp 1-7. 2007.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel) and Y. Deng. "The Potential Impact of Housing Policy on Transportation Development in Chinese Cities" Transportation Research Record No. 2038, Journal of Transportation Research Board, Pp 1-8. 2007.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel) and H. Schachter, "Mobility Information Needs of Immigrants with Limited English Proficiency (LEP) in New Jersey.” Journal of Immigrant and Refugee Studies. Vol. 5(2) Pp 89-108. 2007.
Chen, Mei, J. Xia, and Rongfang (Rachel) Liu, "Developing a Strategy for Imputing Missing Volume Data" Journal of Transportation Research Forum, Vol. 45, Issues 13, Pp. 57-75. 2006.
Leone, Kelly and Rongfang (Rachel) Liu. “An Analysis of Security System Designs for Ferry Transportation” Transportation Research Record, Journal of Transportation Research Board. No 1955. National Academies. Washington DC. 2006.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel) and C. Guan. “The Mode Biases of Urban Transportation Policies in China and Their Implications” ASCE Journal of Urban Planning and Development and Planning, Volume 131, Number 2, 57-70. June 2005.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel), F. Yang, and M. Chen, “Understanding the Shared Operation of Commuter Rail Transit and Freight Railroads” Journal of Transportation Research Forum, Volume 44, Number 1, 157-172. Spring 2005.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel) and G. Li, “The Safety Perceptions of Road, Rail and Air and their Implication on Travel Choices” Advances in Transportation Studies: An International Journal, Section A 5 page 15-19. 2005.
Schachter, H. and Rongfang (Rachel) Liu. “Policy Development and New Immigrant Communities: A Case Study in Citizen’s Input in Defining Transit Problems” Public Administration Review (Premium journal in Public Administration), Vol. 65, no. 5, pp. 614-623. September/October 2005.
Leone, Kelly and Rongfang (Rachel) Liu. “The Key Design Parameters of Checked Baggage Security Screening Systems in Airports” Journal of Air Transportation Management, Vol. 11. Pp 69-78. Elsevier, United Kingdom. 2004.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel) and Y. Deng. “Comparing the Operating Characteristics of High-Speed Rail and Maglev Systems: A Case Study of Beijing-Shanghai Corridor” Transportation Research Record No. 1863, Journal of Transportation Research Board. Page 19-27. 2004.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel), D. Nelson, and A. Song. “A Comprehensive Approach for Rolling Stock Planning: Combining Train Performance Simulation and Life Cycle Cost Analysis” Journal of Transportation Research Forum, Vol. 43, No.1, Page 105 – 120. Spring 2004.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel) and I. Golovitcher. “Energy Efficient Operation of Rail Vehicles” Transportation Research Part A: Policy and Practice, Elsevier, United Kingdom. Volume 37, Issue 10, Pages 917-932, December 2003.
Leone, Kelly and Rongfang (Rachel) R. Liu. “Measures of Effectiveness for Passenger Baggage Security Screening” Transportation Research Record No. 1822, Journal of Transportation Research Board, National Research Council, Washington, D.C., Pages 40-48, 2003.
Liu, Rongfang, R. Pendyala, and S. Polzin. “A Simulation of the Effects of Intermodal Transfer Penalties on Transit Use,” Transportation Research Record 1623, The Journal of Transportation Research Board, pp. 88-95, 1998.
Liu, Rongfang, R. Pendyala, and S. Polzin. “An Assessment of Intermodal Transfer Penalties Using Stated Preference Data,” Transportation Research Record 1607, The Journal of Transportation Research Board, pp 74-80, 1997.
Liu, Rongfang. “Hereditary Features of Satellite Towns,” Geography and Territory Research, Vol. 4, No. 1, pp. 32-36, Beijing, 1988.
Liu, Rongfang. “Comprehensive View of Urban Sciences,” Urban Problems, No. 4, pp 43-45, Beijing, 1986.
Liu, Rongfang. “The Possibility for Yangtze River to Become the Second Yellow River,” Environmental Protection Intelligence, No. 1, pp 62-72, Beijing, 1985.

Conference Proceedings

Liu, Rongfang (Rachel) and Yikai Hu. “Capital Versus Operation and Maintenance: The Rise and Fall of Dockless Bike Share in China” Proceedings of 99^th Transportation Research Board Annual Conference. January 15, 2020. Peer Reviewed.
Lv, Liu and Rongfang (Rachel) Liu. “Antithesis of Big Data: In-Depth Analysis of High-Speed Rail Accidents” Proceedings of 99^th Transportation Research Board Annual Conference. January 14, 2020. Peer Reviewed.
Rongfang (Rachel) Liu, Liu, Lv, Hindy Schachter and Cristian Borcea. “A Tale of Two Limited English Proficiency Communities: Connecting Mobility Marginalized Communities via Technology” Proceedings of 99^th Transportation Research Board Annual Conference. January 14, 2020. Peer Reviewed.
Li, M., J. Mou and Rongfang (Rachel) Liu. “Relational Model of Accidents and Vessel Traffic by Using AIS and GIS: A Case Study of Western Port of Shenzhen City” Proceedings of 98^th Transportation Research Board Annual Conference. January 2019. Peer Reviewed.
Zhang, X.; J. Mou and Rongfang (Rachel) Liu. “Reconstruct Ship Trajectory via Vector Analysis and AIS Data” Proceedings of 97^th Transportation Research Board Annual Conference. January 2018. Peer Reviewed.
Zhang, Y. and Rongfang (Rachel) Liu. “Semantic Model of Inland Ship Behavior Based on Ontology Engineering” Proceedings of 97^th Transportation Research Board Annual Conference. January 2018. Peer Reviewed.
Zhang, X., J. Mou, and Rongfang (Rachel) Liu. “Capacity Analysis for Bifurcated Estuaries Based on Ship Domain Theory and Its applications” Proceedings of 96^th Transportation Research Board Annual Conference. January 2017. Peer Reviewed.
Luo, C., M. Liu and Rongfang (Rachel) Liu. “Optimizing Throughput of Restricted Tidal Waters: Composite Ship and Time Domain Model and Its Applications. “Proceedings of 96^th Transportation Research Board Annual Conference. January 2017. Peer Reviewed.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel). “Mirage or Promised Land: Automated Transit Development and Lessons Learnt for Automated Vehicles Today.” Proceedings of Transportation Research Board (TRB) 95th Annual Meeting, January 2016. Washington DC. Peer Reviewed.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel) and Nadereh Moini. “Proven Safety Advantages of Automated Guideway Transit Systems.” Proceedings of Transportation Research Board (TRB) 94rd Annual Meeting, January 2015. Washington DC. Peer Reviewed.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel) and Liu (Willow) Lv*. “The Open Secret: Critical Factors for Chinese High-Speed Rail Development.” Proceedings of Transportation Research Board (TRB) 93rd Annual Meeting, January 2014. Washington DC. Peer Reviewed.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel) and Zhaodong (Tony) Huang*. “Bring People to Work: A Sustainable Function of Commuter Rail Services.” Proceedings of America Society of Civil Engineers, International Conference for Urban Transportation. Paris 2013. Peer Reviewed.
Jasmin, Nehemie*, Rongfang (Rachel) Liu and Quanquan Chen. “Safety Performance Comparison between Light Rail Transit and Subway.” Proceedings of Transportation Research Board (TRB) 92^nd Annual Meeting, January 2013. Washington DC. Peer Reviewed.
Huang, Zhaodong* (Tony) and Rongfang (Rachel) Liu. “Improve Rail Station Access Via Feeder Bus Network Optimization and Mode Shifts.” Proceedings of Transportation Research Board (TRB) 92^nd Annual Meeting, January 2013. Washington DC. Peer Reviewed.
Moini, Nadereh and Rongfang (Rachel) Liu. “Geospatial Analysis of Pedestrian and Cyclist Crashes in an Urban Environment: A Case Study.” Proceedings of Transportation Research Board (TRB) 92^nd Annual Meeting, January 2013. Washington DC. Peer Reviewed.
Huang, Zhaodong (Tony)* and Rongfang (Rachel) Liu. “Optimizing Feeder Bus Routes Based on Access Mode Shifts: A Network Modeling Approach.” Proceedings of Transportation Research Board (TRB) 91st Annual Meeting, January 2012. Washington DC. Peer Reviewed.
Lv, Liu (Willow)* and Rongfang (Rachel) Liu. “Investment Returns for High Speed Rail in China: A Life Span Cost Analysis.” Proceedings of Transportation Research Board (TRB) 91st Annual Meeting, January 2012. Washington DC. Peer Reviewed.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel) and Zhaodong (Tony) Huang*. “A Composite Index: Performance Measures of Automated People Mover Systems at Airports.” Proceedings of Transportation Research Board (TRB) 90th Annual Meeting, January 2011. Washington DC. Peer Reviewed.
Deng, Yi*, You-Lian Chu, and Rongfang (Rachel) Liu. “For Whom the Train Runs: Empirical Analysis of Relocation Decision Affected by Presence of Transit Services for Various Socioeconomic Groups.” Proceedings of Transportation Research Board (TRB) 90th Annual Meeting, January 2011. Washington DC. Peer Reviewed.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel) and Zhaodong (Tony) Huang*. “System Efficiency: Improving Performance Measures of Automated People Mover Systems at Airports” (10-0835). Proceedings of Transportation Research Board (TRB) 89th Annual Meeting, January 2010. Washington DC. Peer Reviewed.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel) and Zhaodong Huang. “Walk to Transit: Factors Influencing the Access Mode Choices.” Proceedings of Transportation Research Board (TRB) 88th Annual Meeting, January 2009. Washington DC. Peer Reviewed.
Deng, Yi and Rongfang (Rachel) Liu. “Multiclass Intermodal Network Model: The Use of Combined Models on LRT Planning (09-2949)” Proceedings of Transportation Research Board (TRB) 88th Annual Meeting, January 2009. Washington DC. Peer Reviewed.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel), David O. Nelson and Alexander Lu. Business Model for Shared Operations of Freight and Passenger Services (09-2547)” Proceedings of Transportation Research Board (TRB) 88th Annual Meeting, January 2009. Washington DC. Peer Reviewed.
Guan, Changqian and Rongfang (Rachel) Liu. “Modeling Marine Container Terminal Gate Congestion, Truck Waiting Cost, and Optimization (09-3681)” Proceedings of Transportation Research Board (TRB) 88th Annual Meeting, January 2009. Washington DC. Peer Reviewed.
Guan, Changqian and Rongfang (Rachel) Liu. “Relationship between Truck Trip Generation and Vessel Container Volume --- A Behavioral Analysis” Proceedings of The 8th North America Chinese Overseas Transportation Association (NACOTA) China Conference, Chengdu, China. October 8-10, 2008.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel) and Choikwan (Shirley) Lau. “Downtown APM Circulator: A Potential Stimulator for Economic Development in Newark, New Jersey” Proceedings of First International Symposium on Transportation and Development Innovative Best Practices (TDIBD) by America Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE): Transportation and Development Institute (T&DI), Beijing, China, April 2008. Peer Reviewed.
Guan, Changqian and Rongfang (Rachel) Liu. “Container Volume and Truck Trip Generations at Marine Container Terminals: Behavioral Analysis (08-3156)” Proceedings of the Transportation Research Board (TRB) 87th Annual Meeting. January 2008, Washington DC. Peer Reviewed.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel) Liu and Yi Deng. “Developing Statewide Weekend Travel Demand Forecasting and Mode Choice Models in New Jersey (08-2420)“ Proceedings of the Transportation Research Board (TRB) 87th Annual Meeting. January 2008, Washington DC. Peer Reviewed.
Yang, Fei; Xia Jin; and Rongfang (Rachel) Liu. “Tour-Based Time-of-Day Choices for Weekend Nonwork Activities (08-2902).” Proceedings of the Transportation Research Board (TRB) 87th Annual Meeting. January 2008. Washington DC. Peer Reviewed.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel) and Yi Deng. “Intermodal Coordination: A Vital Element for the Success of Shanghai Maglev Services” Proceedings of the 7th International Conference of Chinese Transportation Professionals, Shanghai, China. May 21, 2007.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel), Y. Deng and D. Nelson. "Serving Emerging Transit Markets: Applications of Diesel Multiple Units" Proceedings of the 86th Annual Conference of Transportation Research Board. January 2007. Peer Reviewed.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel) and H. Schachter. "Addressing the Needs of Limited English Proficiency Communities in Emergency Response Plans" Proceedings of the 86th Annual Conference of Transportation Research Board. January 2007. Peer Reviewed.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel), F. Yang and A. Bing. "State of the Practice on Commingled Operation of Light Rail Transit and Freight Rail Services" Proceedings of the 86th Annual Conference of Transportation Research Board. January 2007. Peer Reviewed.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel) and Y. Deng. "The Potential Impact of housing Policy on Transportation Development in Chinese Cities" Proceedings of the 86th Annual Conference of Transportation Research Board. January 2007. Peer Reviewed.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel) and Choikwan (Shirley) Lau. "Newark Downtown Circulation LOOP: Potential Automatic People Mover Application" Proceedings of the 86th Annual Conference of Transportation Research Board. January 2007. Peer Reviewed.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel). "A Vision of International Metropolis: Comprehensive Land Use and Transportation Plan for Dalian". The proceedings of the 6th International Chinese Transportation Professional Conference. June 2006.
Leone, K. and R. Liu. “An Analysis of Security System Designs for Ferry Transportation.” Proceedings of the 85th Annual Conference of Transportation Research Board. January 2006. Peer Reviewed.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel) and H. Schachter. “Serving Travelers with Limited English Proficiency: Lessons Learned from International Experiences.“ Proceedings of the 85th Annual Conference of Transportation Research Board. January 2006. Peer Reviewed.
Daniel, J., S. Chien, R. Liu, and N. Aboobaker. “Visual Preference Survey of Traffic Calming Measures in New Jersey.” Proceedings of the 85th Annual Conference of Transportation Research Board. January 2006. Peer Reviewed.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel) and F. Yang. "A National Survey of Shared Use of Railroad Infrastructure and LRT Service.” Proceedings of the 85th Annual Conference of Transportation Research Board. January 2006. Peer Reviewed.
Chen, M., J. Xia, and R. Liu. “Developing a Strategy for Imputing Missing Volume Data.” Proceedings of the 85th Annual Conference of Transportation Research Board. January 2006. Peer Reviewed.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel) and Y. Deng: “Research Need for Personal Rapid Transit (PRT) and Its Potential Applications.” Proceedings of the 85th Annual Conference of Transportation Research Board. January 2006. Peer Reviewed.
Daniel, J., S. Chien, and R. Liu. “Motorized Scooters Safety and Regulation.” Proceedings of the 85th Annual Conference of Transportation Research Board. January 2006. Peer Reviewed.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel) and J. Song. “Adversary Policy of Bicycle Traffic and Their Impact on Chinese City Development.” Proceedings of the 85th Annual Conference of Transportation Research Board. January 2006. Peer Reviewed.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel) and F. Yang, “Urban Development Directed By Light Rail Transit (LRT): a Case Study Of Dalian, China.” Proceedings of the 85th Annual Conference of Transportation Research Board. January 2006. Peer Reviewed.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel) and J. Song. “Conflicting Views of Bicycle Traffic: Related Policy and Their Implications in Chinese Cities.” Proceedings of the 84th Annual Conference of Transportation Research Board. January 2005. Peer Reviewed.
Xia, J., M. Chen and R. Liu. “Framework for Vulnerability Assessment of Highway Networks.” Proceedings of the 84th Annual Conference of Transportation Research Board. Washington DC. January 2005. Peer Reviewed.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel) and H. Schachter. “Serving Limited English Proficiency (LEP) Travelers: The Best Practices of Transit Agencies in the U.S.” Proceedings of the 84th Annual Conference of Transportation Research Board. January 2005. Peer Reviewed.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel) and Y. Deng: “Seize the Opportunities: the 2008 Olympic Games and Its Impact on Urban Transportation in Beijing” Proceedings of the 84th Annual Conference of Transportation Research Board. January 2005. Peer Reviewed.
Leone, K. and Rongfang (Rachel) Liu. “Validating Throughput Analysis of Checked Baggage Screening Performance” Proceedings of the 84th Annual Conference of Transportation Research Board. January 2005. Peer Reviewed.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel) and H. Patel. “Segway’s Impact on Pedestrian Flow: A Hindrance/Conflict Analysis” Proceedings of the 84th Annual Conference of Transportation Research Board. January 2005. Peer Reviewed.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel) and J. Song. “Conflicting Views of Bicycle Traffic: Related Policy and Their Implications in Chinese Cities” Proceedings of the 84th Annual Conference of Transportation Research Board. January 2005. Peer Reviewed.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel) and H. Schachter. “Assessing Mobility Information Needs of Limited English Proficiency (LEP) Travelers in New Jersey” Proceedings of the 83rd Annual Conference of Transportation Research Board. January 2004. Peer Reviewed.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel) and G. Li. “The Subjective Values of Safety and Security” Proceedings of the 83rd Annual Conference of Transportation Research Board. January 2004. Peer Reviewed.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel) and Y. Deng. “Comparing the Operating Characteristics of High-Speed Rail and Maglev Systems: A Case Study of Beijing-Shanghai Corridor” Proceedings of the 83rd Annual Conference of Transportation Research Board. January 2004. Peer Reviewed.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel) and F. Yang. “The Interaction between Freight Railroad and Commuter Rail Transit” Proceedings of the 83rd Annual Conference of Transportation Research Board. January 2004. Peer Reviewed.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel) and C. Guan. “New Container Security Regulations and Their Impact on Supply Chain Community - A General Survey and Stakeholder Interviews” Proceedings of the 83rd Annual Conference of Transportation Research Board. January 2004. Peer Reviewed.
Juang, J. and Rongfang (Rachel) Liu. “Evaluating Marine Terminal Gate-in Delays and Rationale of Various State Bills” Proceedings of the 83rd Annual Conference of Transportation Research Board. January 2004. Peer Reviewed.
Mejia, N. and Rongfang (Rachel) Liu. “Ironbound Redevelopment Plan: A Context Sensitive Design Aided by Visual Communication Tools” Proceedings of the 83rd Annual Conference of Transportation Research Board. January 2004. Peer Reviewed.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel) and G. Li. “Dynamic Travel Behavior Analyses Based on Stochastic Decision Making Styles” Proceedings of the 10th International Association of Travel Behavior Research (IATBR) Conference, Lucerne Swiss, August 10th, 2003. Peer Reviewed.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel) and R. Parthasarathy. “Urban Street: is there room for SegwayTM Human Transporter (HT)?” Proceedings of the Second Urban Street Symposium. Anaheim CA. July 28th –30th, 2003.
Leone, Kelly and Rongfang (Rachel) Liu, “Measures of Effectiveness for Passenger Baggage Security Screening.” Proceedings of Transportation Research Board 82nd Annual Meeting CD-ROM, Washington DC. January 2003.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel) and R. Parthasarathy, “SegwayTM Human Transporter (HT): Potential Opportunities and Challenges for Transportation Systems.” Proceedings of Transportation Research Board 82nd Annual Meeting CD-ROM, Washington DC. January 2003.
Chien, Steven, Z. Qin, and Rongfang (Rachel). Liu, “Optimal Bus Stop Locations for Improving Transit Accessibility.“ Proceedings of Transportation Research Board 82nd Annual Meeting CD-ROM, Washington DC. January 2003.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel). “Urban Growth Affected by the Evolution of Transportation Technologies.” Proceedings of The 49th Annual Meeting of The North American Regional Science Association International (NARSAI). San Juan, Porto Rico. November 2002.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel), “EMU vs. Push-pull: Running Time Comparison of Alternative Train and Equipment Configurations for a Major Commuter Rail Services,” The Proceedings of the 81st Annual Transportation Research Board Meeting CD-ROM, Washington D.C., January 2002.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel), “Long Range Rolling Stock Planning Using Computer Simulation Models,” The Proceedings of IEEE System Man, and Cybernetics Annual Conference CD-ROM. Tucson, Arizona. October 2001.
Liu, Rongfang, “The Environmental Impact of Maglev System and Its Implementation in Shanghai,” The Proceedings of The First North America Chinese Overseas Transportation Association (NACOTA) and Chinese Transportation Joint Conference, Shanghai, China. July 2001.
Liu, Rongfang, “Long Range Rolling Stock Planning Using Computer Simulation Models,” The Proceedings of the Third Annual IEEE/ASME Joint Rail Conference, Toronto, Ontario, Canada, April 2001.
Liu, Rongfang. “A Transfer Paradigm: the Impact of Transfer Penalty on Maglev Operation Planning,” The Proceedings of the 80th Annual Transportation Research Board Meeting CD-ROM, Washington D.C., January 2001.
Liu, Rongfang. “Traffic Calming in Kentucky – A Case Study and Its Following Stories,” The Proceedings of American Society of Civil Engineers’ Conference on Transportation, Land Use, and Air Quality. Portland, Oregon, May 1998.
Liu, Rongfang. “Yes, Traffic Calming in Kentucky,” The Proceedings of the Institute of Transportation Engineers: Harmonizing Transportation and Community Goals, Monterey California, March 1998.
Liu, Rongfang, R. Pendyala, and S. Polzin, “A Simulation of the Effects of Intermodal Transfer Penalties on Transit Use,” The Proceedings of 77th Annual Transportation Research Board Meeting, Washington D.C., January 1998.
Liu, Rongfang and J. Mills. “Integrating GIS and Travel Demand Models,” The Proceedings of the 93rd Annual Meeting of the Association of American Geographers, Fort Worth, Texas, April 1997.
Liu, Rongfang, R. Pendyala, and S. Polzin. “An Assessment of Intermodal Transfer Penalties Using Stated Preference Data,” The Proceedings of the 76th Annual Transportation Research Board Meeting, Washington D.C., January 1997.
Liu, Rongfang. “An Assessment of Intermodal Transfer Disutility,” The Proceedings of the 75th Annual Transportation Research Board Meeting, Washington D.C., January 1996.
Polzin, Steven, R. Sheck, and R. Liu. “Perspectives on Estimating Public Transportation Needs,” 75th Annual Transportation Research Board Meeting, Washington D.C., January 1996.
Liu, Rongfang. “Mode Choice for Suburban Commuters,” The Proceedings of the Associate of Commuter Transportation International Conference, Miami, Florida, September 1994.

Keynote Presentation

Liu, Rongfang (Rachel), “Prepare yourself for a transportation career” Invited, Closing Ceremony, Summer Transportation Institute, TINCAT. August 2022.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel), “Be the Best Version of Yourself” Invited. Opening Ceremony, Summer Transportation Institute, TINCAT, July 2022. Greensboro NC.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel), “Automated Personal Transit: The Business Model for Driverless Vehicles” The 19^th COTA International conference of Transportation Professionals. July 7, 2019. Nanjing China.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel), “The Full Spectrum of Automated Transit and Its Relevance to ASCE” International Conference on Transportation and Development, ASCE. July 16, 2018. Pittsburg PA. Invited.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel), “Automated Transit: Lessons for the Current Driverless Vehicle Development” International Chinese Transportation Professional Association (ICTPA) Annual Meeting. Oct 2017. New York NY. Invited.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel), “Beyond Single Occupancy Vehicles: Automated Transit and Shared Mobility” The 95^th Annual Meeting of Transportation Research Board, January 10^th, 2016. Washington DC. Invited.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel). “Mirage or Promised Land: Personal Rapid Transit (PRT) Development and Lessons Learnt for Automated Vehicles Today”. Automated Vehicles Symposium 2015. Ann Arbor, Michigan, July 2015. Invited.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel). “New Paradigm: Automated Transportation and Driverless Ferries” Shanghai Maritime University, Shanghai, China. November 2014. Invited.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel). “Automated Transportation Systems and Modern Maritime Management and Operations” Ningbo University, Ningbo, China. November 2014. Invited.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel). “Vehicle Control and Automated Transportation Systems” Chang A University, Xian, China. October 2014. Invited.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel). “Automated Transit and Its Applications in China” Inner Mongolia University, Hohhot, China. October 2014. Invited.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel). “Revolution or Evolution: Diverging Paths for Automated Transit Development”. Automated Vehicles Symposium 2014. San Francisco, CA July 2014. Keynote.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel). “Impact and Implications of Autonomous Driving on Automated Transit Systems” Transportation Research Board (TRB) 93rd Annual Meeting, January 2014. Washington DC. Opening Remarks.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel). “Pioneers of Autonomous Driving: Automated Guideway Transit Systems” Transportation Research Board (TRB) 93rd Annual Meeting, January 2014. Washington DC. Opening Remarks.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel). “Leveling the Playfield: Improving Safety Performance Measures among Different Modes” Presentation to Federal Transit Administration, US. Department of Transportation. April 3, 2013. Washington DC. Invited.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel). “Showcase of Diversified Automated People Mover Applications” Transportation Research Board (TRB) 92^nd Annual Meeting, January 2013. Washington DC. Peer Reviewed. Opening Remarks.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel). “ITS Technologies and Integrated Rail Corridors.” New Jersey ITS Chapter Annual Meeting. November 8, 2012. Rutgers University, New Brunswick, New Jersey. Invited.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel) and Xiaoduan Sun*. “Bring People to Work: Sustaining the Function of Commuter Rail Services” Symposium on Urban Transportation, November 2012, Paris. Invited.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel). “Apples vs. Oranges: Comparing Safety Performance of Different Modes”. American Public Transportation Association (APTA) 2012 Rail Conference, Dallas, TX. June 2012. Invited Plenary Session Speaker.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel). “Dynamic Traffic Assignment with Macroscopic, Mesoscopic, Microscopic and Hybrid Simulation Models” North Jersey Transportation Planning Authority (NJTPA), Newark, NJ. May 2012. Keynote.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel) and Liu (Willow) Lv. “Life Span Cost Analysis of High-Speed Rail in China and Its Implications in the US.” ADVANCE Showcase. March 6, 2012. Newark, NJ. Organizer reviewed and invited.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel) and Zhaodong (Tony) Huang. “Bring Economic Benefits to Disadvantaged Population: New Missions of an Old Commuter Rail.” ADVANCE Showcase. March 6, 2012. Organizer reviewed.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel). “Critical Roles of Automated Guideway Transit in Multimodal Transportation Systems” Transportation Research Board (TRB). 91st Annual Meeting, January 2012. Washington DC. Opening Remarks.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel). “Working Together: Multiply Efficiency by Modal Efficacy” Transportation Research Board (TRB) 91st Annual Meeting, January 2012. Washington DC. Opening Remarks.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel). “The String and the Pearls: Creating Livable Communities via Automated Guideway Transit.” Transportation Research Board (TRB) 90th Annual Meeting, January 24, 2011. Washington DC. Peer Reviewed. Opening Remarks.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel). “Development of Weekend Travel Demand Forecast Model for New Jersey.” The 12^th Annual NJ Department of Transportation Research Showcase. West Windsor, New Jersey. October 21, 2010. Invited.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel). “The Critical Roles of Multimodal Transportation in Major Activity Center Circulation and Urban Development.” Transportation Research Board (TRB) 90th Annual Meeting, January 23, 2011. Washington DC. Opening Remarks.
Rongfang (Rachel) Liu. “The Big Picture: Total Transportation Connectivity – Integrating Transportation Technologies to Create Seamless Mobility Solutions for Livable Communities.” Transportation Research Board (TRB) 90th Annual Meeting, January 23, 2011. Washington DC. Invited Panelist.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel) and Yi Deng. “Engineering Comparison of High-Speed Rail and Maglev Systems: A Case Study of Beijing-Shanghai Corridor.” ICTPA 2010 Annual Meeting. September 2010, Flushing, New York. Invited.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel). “Intermodal Coordination: A Vital Element of Congestion Relieving Strategy in Beijing, China.” Presented to the high-ranking officials of Beijing Transportation Committee. June 8, 2010. Invited.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel). “Performance Evaluation of Automated People Mover and Personal Rapid Transit Technologies.” The Transportation Research Board (TRB) 89th Annual Meeting. Wednesday, January 13, 2010, Washington DC. Opening Remarks.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel). “Transportation Revitalization Plan - Chinese Stimulus Package in Responding to the Economic Crisis (10-0140).” The Transportation Research Board (TRB) 89th Annual Meeting. Monday, January 11, 2010, Washington DC. Keynote.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel) and Zhaodong Huang*. “Development of Performance Measures of Automated People Mover (APM) Systems at Airports.” ADVANCE Showcase, New Jersey Institute of Technology, Newark, NJ March 30^th, 2009. Invited.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel). “Walking Access to Transit”: An Interactive Workshop to Assess the Pedestrian Research Activities vs. Research Needs. Transportation Research Board (TRB) 88th Annual Meeting, January 2009. Washington DC. Invited.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel). “Rapid Transit Gets Personal: Development, Evaluation and Sustainability of Personal Rapid Transit Applications”. The Transportation Research Board (TRB) 88th Annual Meeting. Wednesday, January 13, 2009, Washington DC. Opening Remarks.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel), “Maintain Continuity of Operation of Transportation Infrastructure under Disastrous Conditions.” Planning Bureau of Chongqing City, China. October 2008. Invited Keynote Speaker.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel). “Critical Issues Related to Serving Limited English Proficiency Communities” 2008 Federal Interagency Conference on Limited English Proficiency. September 3^rd, 2008. Washington DC. Invited Panelist.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel), “Intermodal Coordination: A Vital Element for the Success of Shanghai Maglev Services.” The 7th International Conference of Chinese Transportation Professionals, Shanghai, China. May 21, 2007. Keynote Speaker.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel), "Steps Forward: The Future of Flexible Transport Services." The 86^th Annual Conference of Transportation Research Board. Washington DC. January 21, 2007. Invited Panelist.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel), “Urban Development and Transportation.” The Intelligent Transportation Systems Annual Meeting in China, June 2006. Wuhan, China. Opening Remarks.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel), “Transportation Planning and Management.” The Fifth NACOTA China Conference, Xi’an, China. June 25, 2005. Opening Remarks.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel), “Trans-Pacific Freight Movement and Its Implications in North East Area. “Technical Seminar by International Chinese Transportation Professionals Association (ICTPA), Northeastern Chapter, New Jersey Institute of Technology, Newark, New Jersey. April 16, 2005. Keynote.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel), “Morgantown Group Rapid Transit: Serving the Next Generation.” The 84^th Annual Conference of Transportation Research Board. January 12, 2005. Washington DC. Opening Remarks.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel), “Aviation and Airline Businesses.” The Eighth Technical Symposium on Important Issues of Transportation Development in China, Washington DC. January 8, 2005. Opening Remarks.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel), “Intermodal Transportation Planning and Practices in China.” The Fourth NACOTA China Conference, Wuhan, China, June 17, 2004. Opening Remarks.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel), “Welfare-to-Work: Case Studies of Disparate Transportation Policies and Practices." The 83^rd Annual Conference of Transportation Research Board. Washington DC. January 14, 2004. Invited Panelist.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel), “Transportation Development Strategies.” The Seventh Technical Symposium on Important Issues of Transportation Development in China, Washington DC. January 11, 2004. Invited.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel) and C. Guan*. “A Critical Juncture of Urban Transportation Development in China.” The Third NACOTA China Conference, Beijing, China. December 12, 2003. Keynote.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel), “Effective Transportation Planning Strategies.” The Third NACOTA China Conference, Beijing, China. December 12, 2003. Opening Remarks.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel) and F. Yang*. “Survey of Transit/Rail Freight Interaction.” The Fifth Annual Research and Development Showcase, New Jersey Department of Transportation. Trenton, New Jersey. October 24, 2003. Invited. Citations: 4 (GS).
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel) and Hindy Schacter. “Mobility Information Needs for Limited English Proficiency (LEP) Travelers.” The Fifth Annual Research and Development Showcase, New Jersey Department of Transportation. Trenton, New Jersey. October 24, 2003. Invited.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel). “Reliving Congestion along Our Railroad Tracks.” The Fifth Annual Research and Development Showcase, New Jersey Department of Transportation. Trenton, New Jersey. October 24, 2003. Invited.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel). “Maglev Technology and Its Application in Shanghai.” The 5^th Annual Conference of the International Chinese Transportation Professional Association. New York, NY. October 5^th, 2002. Invited.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel). “Transportation Planning Areas and Research Expertise.” New Jersey Department of Transportation, Division of Planning. December 21, 2001. Invited.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel). “Transportation Systems” IEEE Systems, Man, and Cybernetics Conference. Tucson, Arizona. October 2001. Opening Remarks
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel). “Maglev Technology and its Potential Implementing Locations.” Sigma Xi NJIT Chapter. September 28, 2001. Invited Featured.
Liu, Rongfang. “Comparative Research on Urban Niche of Several Cities Along Yangtze River,” Seminar on Urban Ecology, Mt. Lu, China, August 1987. Invited featured.
Liu, Rongfang. “Traditional Characteristics of Chinese Cities,” The Central People's Broadcast Station (National Radio Network), Beijing, September 22, 1986.
Liu, Rongfang. “Soil Preservation in the Upper Area of Yangtze River,” The Central People's Broadcast Station (National Radio Network), Beijing, June 13, 1985.

Conference Paper Presentation

Mohammed, H.; S. Jiang and R. Liu. “Rail Track Injury Analysis Based on Ensemble Learning”. 12^th Annual COE Graduate Poster Presentation Competition. April 20, 2023. Greensboro NC.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel). “Assessment of Economic Impact of COVID-19 on the Aviation Manufacturing Jobs in the US and Related Government Responses” 2023 NCDOT Research and Innovation Summit, March 30, 2023. Raleigh NC.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel). “Modeling the Effects of Rail Noise Propagation on Pedestrians in NC Railroad Environments” Federal Railroad Administration (FRA), U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT): Grade Crossing Safety and Railroad Trespass Prevention Workshop. November 1, 2022. Raleigh NC.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel). “Post Pandemic Solutions: Shared, Electric, Automated Mobility for All” Council for University Transportation Center (CUTC) Annual Conference, Big Sky MT, June 2022.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel). Industry Studies Association Annual Conference, "SEAM: shared, Electric and Automated Mobility for Post Pandemic Era," ISA, Boston. June 4, 2021.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel) and Yikai Hu. “Capital Versus Operation and Maintenance: The Rise and Fall of Dockless Bike Share in China” Transportation Research Board Annual Conference. January 15, 2020. Peer Reviewed.
Lv, Liu and Rongfang (Rachel) Liu. “Antithesis of Big Data: In-Depth Analysis of High-Speed Rail Accidents” Transportation Research Board Annual Conference. January 14, 2020. Peer Reviewed.
Rongfang (Rachel) Liu, Liu, Lv, Hindy Schachter and Cristian Borcea. “A Tale of Two Limited English Proficiency Communities: Connecting Mobility Marginalized Communities via Technology” Transportation Research Board Annual Conference. January 14, 2020. Peer Reviewed.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel) and L. Lv. “Connecting Limited English Proficiency (LEP) Communities in North Jersey via Smart Technologies” NJIT Research Showcase, March 25, 2019.
Li, M., J. Mou and Rongfang (Rachel) Liu. “Relational Model of Accidents and Vessel Traffic by Using AIS and GIS: A Case Study of Western Port of Shenzhen City” Transportation Research Board Annual Conference. January 16, 2019. Peer Reviewed.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel) and Liu (Willow) Lv. “Go Bus: A Job Access Link” The 20^th Annual NJDOT Research Showcase, October 2018.
Zhang, X.; J. Mou and Rongfang (Rachel) Liu. “Reconstruct Ship Trajectory via Vector Analysis and AIS Data” 97^th Transportation Research Board Annual Conference. January 9, 2018. Peer Reviewed.
Zhang, Yimeng and Rongfang (Rachel) Liu. “Semantic Model of Inland Ship Behavior Based on Ontology Engineering” 97^th Transportation Research Board Annual Conference. January 10, 2018. Peer Reviewed.
Zhang, X., J. Mou, and Rongfang (Rachel) Liu. “Capacity Analysis for Bifurcated Estuaries Based on Ship Domain Theory and Its Applications” The 96^th Transportation Research Board Annual Conference. January 2017. Peer Reviewed.
Luo, C., M. Liu and Rongfang (Rachel) Liu. “Optimizing Throughput of Restricted Tidal Waters: Composite Ship and Time Domain Model and Its Applications.” Proceedings of 96^th Transportation Research Board Annual Conference. January 2017. Peer Reviewed.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel). “Mirage or Promised Land: Automated Transit Development and Lessons Learnt for Automated Vehicles Today.” Transportation Research Board (TRB) 95th Annual Meeting, January 2016. Washington DC. Peer Reviewed.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel) and Nadereh Moini. “Proven Safety Advantages of Automated Guideway Transit Systems.” Transportation Research Board (TRB) 94th Annual Meeting, January 2015. Washington DC. Peer Reviewed.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel). “Opportunities and Challenges for Automated Transit System Research”. Transportation Research Board (TRB) 93rd Annual Meeting, January 2014. Washington DC. Peer Reviewed.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel) and Liu (Willow) Lv. “The Open Secret: Critical Factors for Chinese High-Speed Rail Development.” Transportation Research Board (TRB) 93rd Annual Meeting, January 2014. Washington DC. Peer Reviewed.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel) and D. Nelson. “Bring People to Work: A Sustainable Function of Commuter Rail Services.” The 3^rd International Conference on Urban Public Transportation Systems, American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE), Paris, France. November 2013. Peer Reviewed.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel) and D. Nelson. “Attracting New Ridership to Light Rail Transit: A Case Study of Hudson Bergen Light Rail Extension.” The 3^rd International Conference on Urban Public Transportation Systems, American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE), Paris, France, November 2013. Peer Reviewed.
Jasmin, Nehemie*, Rongfang (Rachel) Liu and Quanquan Chen. “Safety Performance Comparison between Light Rail Transit and Subway.” Transportation Research Board (TRB) 92^nd Annual Meeting, January 2013. Washington DC. Peer Reviewed.
Huang, Zhaodong* and Rongfang (Rachel) Liu. “Improve Rail Station Access Via Feeder Bus Network Optimization and Mode Shifts.” Transportation Research Board (TRB) 92^nd Annual Meeting, January 2013. Washington DC. Peer Reviewed.
Moini, Nadereh and Rongfang (Rachel) Liu. “Geospatial Analysis of Pedestrian and Cyclist Crashes in an Urban Environment: A Case Study.” Transportation Research Board (TRB) 92^nd Annual Meeting, January 2013. Washington DC. Peer Reviewed.
Huang, Zhaodong* and Rongfang (Rachel) Liu. “Optimizing Feeder Bus Routes Based on Access Mode Shifts: A Network Modeling Approach.” Transportation Research Board (TRB) 91st Annual Meeting, January 2012. Washington DC. Peer Reviewed.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel) and Liu Lv*. “Investment Returns for High Speed Rail in China: A Life Cycle Cost Analysis.” Transportation Research Board (TRB) 91st Annual Meeting, January 2012. Washington DC. Peer Reviewed
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel), Zhaodong (Tony) Huang, and Wei Hao. “An Innovative Approach to Identify Vegetation Blockage to Safety Sights at Highway-rail Crossings.” The Trustee’s Showcase, New Jersey Institute of Technology. April 17, 2011. Organizer Reviewed.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel) and Zhaodong (Tony) Huang. “An Innovative Approach to Measure the Performance of Airport APMs.” The Dana Knox Research Showcase, New Jersey Institute of Technology. March 15, 2011. Organizer Reviewed.
Deng, Yi*, You-Lian Chu, and Rongfang (Rachel) Liu. “For Whom the Train Runs: Empirical Analysis of Relocation Decisions Affected by Presence of Transit Services for Various Socioeconomic Groups.” Transportation Research Board (TRB) 90th Annual Meeting, January 25, 2011. Washington DC. Peer Reviewed.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel) and Zhaodong (Tony) Huang*. “A Composite Index: Performance Measures of Automated People Mover Systems at Airports.” Transportation Research Board (TRB) 90th Annual Meeting, January 24, 2011. Washington DC. Peer Reviewed.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel) and Yi Deng*. “High Speed Rail (HSR) Development around the World and its Implications for the Northeast Corridor.” The Annual Meeting of the International Chinese Transportation Professional Association, US Northeastern Chapter. September 18, 2010. New York, NY. Organizer Reviewed.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel) and Zhaodong (Tony) Huang*. “System Efficiency: Improving Performance Measures of Automated People Mover Systems at Airports” (10-0835). The Transportation Research Board (TRB) 89th Annual Meeting. Monday, January 11, 2010, Washington DC. Peer Reviewed.
Deng, Yi* and Rongfang (Rachel) Liu. “Multiclass Intermodal Network Model: The Use of Combined Models on LRT Planning (09-2949).” Transportation Research Board (TRB) 88th Annual Meeting, January 2009. Washington DC. Peer Reviewed.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel), David O. Nelson and Alexander Lu. “Business Model for Shared Operations of Freight and Passenger Services (09-2547).” Transportation Research Board (TRB) 88th Annual Meeting, January 2009. Washington DC. Peer Reviewed.
Guan, Changqian* and Rongfang (Rachel) Liu. “Modeling Marine Container Terminal Gate Congestion, Truck Waiting Cost, and Optimization (09-3681).” Transportation Research Board (TRB) 88th Annual Meeting, January 2009. Washington DC. Peer Reviewed.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel). “China Speed: The High-Speed Rail between Beijing and Tianjin.” Institute of Transportation 2008 Annual Meeting and Exhibit, August 19^th, 2008. Anaheim, CA. Peer Reviewed.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel) and Choikwan (Shirley) Lau*. “Downtown APM Circulator: A Potential Stimulator for Economic Development in Newark, New Jersey.” The First International Symposium on Transportation and Development Innovative Best Practices (TDIBD) by American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE): Transportation and Development Institute (T&DI), Beijing, China, April 2008. Peer Reviewed.
Guan, Changqian* and Rongfang (Rachel) Liu. “Container Volume and Truck Trip Generations at Marine Container Terminals: Behavioral Analysis (08-3156.” The Transportation Research Board (TRB) 87th Annual Meeting. Wednesday, January 16, 2008, Washington DC. Peer Reviewed.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel) and Yi Deng*. “Developing Statewide Weekend Travel Demand Forecasting and Mode Choice Models in New Jersey (08-2420). The Transportation Research Board (TRB) 87th Annual Meeting. Wednesday, January 16, 2008, Washington DC.
Yang, Fei*; Xia Jin; and Rongfang (Rachel) Liu. “Tour-Based Time-of-Day Choices for Weekend Nonwork Activities (08-2902).” The Transportation Research Board (TRB) 87th Annual Meeting. Tuesday, January 15, 2008, Washington DC. Peer Reviewed.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel), Fang Chen* and Junyu Guo*. “Automated People Mover Connections in Beijing, China (P08-0819).” The Transportation Research Board (TRB) 87th Annual Meeting, January 15, 2008, Washington DC. Peer Reviewed.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel). “Variations of Pavement as Traffic Calming Devices: A Case Study”. International Pavement Association, September 2007, Taiwan.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel). “Connecting Two Major Railway Stations via Automated People Mover Technology.” The 11^th International Conference on Automated People Movers. America Society of Civil Engineers, Vienna. March 2007. Peer Reviewed.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel) and Choikwan (Shirley) Lau*. "Newark Downtown Circulation LOOP: Potential Automatic People Mover Application." The 86^th Annual Conference of Transportation Research Board. Washington DC. January 24, 2007. Peer Reviewed.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel) and Y. Deng*. "The Potential Impact of Housing Policy on Transportation Development in Chinese Cities." The 86^th Annual Conference of the Transportation Research Board. Washington DC. January 24, 2007. Peer Reviewed.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel), F. Yang* and A. Bing. "State of the Practice on Commingled Operation of Light Rail Transit and Freight Rail Services." The 86^th Annual Conference of Transportation Research Board. Washington DC. January 23, 2007. Peer Reviewed.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel) and H. Schachter. "Addressing the Needs of Limited English Proficiency Communities in Emergency Response Plans." The 86^th Annual Conference of the Transportation Research Board. Washington DC. January 23, 2007. Peer Reviewed.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel), Y. Deng* and D. Nelson. "Serving Emerging Transit Markets: Applications of Diesel Multiple Units.” The 86^th Annual Conference of Transportation Research Board. Washington DC. January 22, 2007. Peer Reviewed.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel) and Yi Deng. “Utilizing Past Investment Today for a Brighter Tomorrow: An application of Diesel Multiple Unit (DMU) Technology to Serve Emerging Transit Market” America Public Transportation Association Annual Rail Conference, June 13, 2006. Peer Reviewed.
Daniel, J., S. Chien, and R. Liu. “Motorized Scooters: Safety and Regulation.” The 85^th Annual Conference of Transportation Research Board. January 25^th, 2006. Peer Reviewed.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel) and J. Song*. “Adversary Policy of Bicycle Traffic and Its Impact on Chinese City Development.” The 85^th Annual Conference of Transportation Research Board. January 25^th, 2006. Peer Reviewed.
Nelson, D., Yawa Duse-Anthony, and Rongfang (Rachel) Liu. “Using Federal Railroad Administration-Compliant Self-Powered Rail Cars to Offer Urban Transit Service in Shared-Track Environment.” The 85^th Annual Conference of Transportation Research Board. January 24^th, 2006. Peer Reviewed.
Daniel, J., S. Chien, Rongfang (Rachel) Liu, and N. Aboobaker. “Visual Preference Survey of Traffic Calming Measures in New Jersey.” The 85^th Annual Conference of Transportation Research Board. January 24^th, 2006. Peer Reviewed.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel) and F. Yang*, “Urban Development Directed by Light Rail Transit (LRT): A Case Study of Dalian, China.” The 85^th Annual Conference of Transportation Research Board. January 24^th, 2006. Peer Reviewed.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel) and Y. Deng*. “Research Need for Personal Rapid Transit (PRT) and Its Potential Applications.” The 85^th Annual Conference of Transportation Research Board. January 23^rd, 2006. Peer Reviewed.
Chen, M., J. Xia, and Rongfang (Rachel) Liu. “Developing a Strategy for Imputing Missing Volume Data.” The 85^th Annual Conference of Transportation Research Board. January 23^rd, 2006. Peer Reviewed.
Leone, K*. and Rongfang (Rachel) Liu. “An Analysis of Security System Designs for Ferry Transportation.” The 85^th Annual Conference of Transportation Research Board. January 23^rd, 2006. Peer Reviewed.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel) and H. Schachter. “Serving Travelers with Limited English Proficiency: Lessons Learnt from International Experiences. “ The 85^th Annual Conference of Transportation Research Board. January 23^rd, 2006. Peer Reviewed.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel) and J. Wang. “Activity Center Circulation Systems for Beijing Olympics.” The 85^th Annual Conference of Transportation Research Board. January 23^rd, 2006.0 Peer Reviewed.
Chiao, James and Rongfang (Rachel) Liu, “Integrating Transportation and Land Use in Dalian via Long-Range Transportation Planning Process.” The Ninth Technical Symposium on Important Issues of Transportation Development in China, Washington DC. January 22nd, 2006.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel) and H. Schachter. “The Best Practices of Serving LEP Travelers in the US and Their Potential Applications for Beijing Olympics in 2008.” The Fifth NACOTA China Conference, Xi’an, China. June 25, 2005.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel) and J. Song*. “Conflicting Views of Bicycle Traffic: Related Policy and Their Implications in Chinese Cities.” The 84^th Annual Conference of Transportation Research Board. January 11, 2005. Peer Reviewed.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel) and H. Patel*. “Segway’s Impact on Pedestrian Flow: A Hindrance/Conflict Analysis.” The 84^th Annual Conference of Transportation Research Board. January 11, 2005. Peer Reviewed.
Leone, K*. and Rongfang (Rachel) Liu. “Validating Throughput Analysis of Checked Baggage Screening Performance.” The 84^th Annual Conference of Transportation Research Board. Washington DC. January 11, 2005. Peer Reviewed.
Xia, J., M. Chen and Rongfang (Rachel) Liu. “Framework for Vulnerability Assessment of Highway Networks.” The 84^th Annual Conference of Transportation Research Board. Washington DC. January 10, 2005. Peer Reviewed.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel) and Y. Deng*: “Seize the Opportunities: the 2008 Olympic Games and Their Impact on Urban Transportation in Beijing.” The 84^th Annual Conference of Transportation Research Board. Washington DC. January 10, 2005. Peer Reviewed.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel) and H. Schachter. “Serving Limited English Proficiency (LEP) Travelers: The Best Practices of Transit Agencies in the U.S.” The 84^th Annual Conference of Transportation Research Board. Washington DC. January 10, 2005. Peer Reviewed.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel) and Y. Shayer*. “Bridging the Gap: Comparative Views of Intermodal Transfer by System Users and Service Providers.” APTA Intermodal Operations Planning Workshop, Vancouver, Canada. August 11, 2004. Peer Reviewed.
Juang, J* and Rongfang (Rachel) Liu. “Alert to Marine Terminal Gate-in Delays and Feasible Solutions.” The Fourth NACOTA China Conference, Wuhan, China. June 16, 2004. Peer Reviewed.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel) and C. Guan*. “New Cargo Security Regulations and Their Impact on Freight Community - A General Survey and Stakeholder Interviews.” The 83^rd Annual Conference of Transportation Research Board. Washington DC. January 14, 2004. Peer Reviewed.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel) and H. Schachter. “Assessing Mobility Information Needs of Limited English Proficiency (LEP) Travelers in New Jersey." The 83^rd Annual Conference of Transportation Research Board. January 14, Washington DC. 2003. Peer Reviewed.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel) and G. Li*. “The Subjective Values of Safety and Security.” The Spotlight Session of the 83^rd Annual Conference of Transportation Research Board. Washington DC. January 13, 2004. Peer Reviewed.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel) and F. Yang*. “The Interaction between Freight Railroad and Commuter Rail Transit.” The 83^rd Annual Conference of Transportation Research Board. Washington DC. January 13, 2004. Peer Reviewed.
Mejia, N*. and Rongfang (Rachel) Liu. “Ironbound Redevelopment Plan: A Context Sensitive Design Aided by Visual Communication Tools.” The 83^rd Annual Conference of Transportation Research Board. Washington DC. January 12, 2004. Peer Reviewed.
Juang, J*. and Rongfang (Rachel) Liu. “Evaluating Marine Terminal Gate-in Delays and Rationale of Various State Bills.” The 83^rd Annual Conference of Transportation Research Board. Washington DC. January 12, 2004. Peer Reviewed.
Schachter, H. and Rongfang (Rachel) Liu. “Policy Development and New Immigrant Communities: An Ongoing Case Study in Citizen Input and Expert Discourse.” The 2003 Annual Meeting of the American Political Science Association, August 28 - 31, 2003. Peer Reviewed.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel) and G. Li*. “Dynamic Travel Behavior Analyses Based on Stochastic Decision-Making Styles.” The 10^th International Association of Travel Behavior Research, Lucerne, Switzerland, August 10^th, 2003. Peer Reviewed.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel) and R. Parthasarathy*. “Urban Street: Is There Room for Segway^TM Human Transporter (HT)?” The Second Urban Street Symposium. Anaheim, CA. July 28^th –30^th, 2003. Peer Reviewed.
Daniel, Janice; W. Konon; and Rongfang (Rachel) Liu. “Identifying Locations for Bus Nub Installation on Urban Roadways.” The Second Urban Street Symposium. Anaheim, CA. July 28^th –30^th, 2003. Peer Reviewed.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel) and C. Guan*. “The Impact of 9/11 on Freight Flow Patterns and Its Implications.” The TransAction Conference, Atlantic City, New Jersey. April 8^th, 2003. Organizer Reviewed.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel) and G. Li*. “Intercity Travel Choices Affected by Safety and Security Measures.” Transportation Research Board 82nd Annual Meeting, Committee A1C06. Social and Economic Factors, Washington DC. January 15, 2003. Peer Reviewed.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel) and R. Parthasarathy. “Segway^TM Human Transporter (HT): Potential Opportunities and Challenges for Transportation Systems.” Transportation Research Board 82nd Annual Meeting. Washington DC. January 14^th, 2003. Peer Reviewed.
Chien, Steven; Z. Qin*; and Rongfang (Rachel) Liu. “Optimal Bus Stop Locations for Improving Transit Accessibility. “Transportation Research Board 82nd Annual Meeting. Washington DC. January 14^th, 2003. Peer Reviewed.
Leone, Kelly* and Rongfang (Rachel) Liu. “Measures of Effectiveness for Passenger Baggage Security Screening.” Transportation Research Board 82nd Annual Meeting. Washington DC. January 12, 2003. Peer Reviewed.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel). “Urban Growth Affected by the Evolution of Transportation Technologies.” The 49^th North America Regional Science Association International (NARSAI) Conference, Puerto Rico. November 14^th, 2002. Peer Reviewed.
Pan, Wenmin and Rongfang (Rachel) Liu. “Intermodal Transit Network Analysis Using the Best Practice Model for New York Metropolitan Areas.” International Conference of Young Chinese Transportation Professionals, Nanjing, China. August 5-6, 2002. Peer Reviewed.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel). “EMU vs. Push-pull: Running Time Comparison of Alternative Train and Equipment Configurations for Major Commuter Rail Services.” The 81^st Transportation Research Board Annual Conference. Washington DC. January 2002. Peer Reviewed
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel). “Train Performance Evaluation Using Computer Simulation Models.” IEEE Systems, Man, and Cybernetics Conference. Tucson, Arizona. October 2001. Peer Reviewed.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel). “The Environmental Impact of Maglev System and Its Implementation in Shanghai.” The First North America Chinese Overseas Transportation Association (NACOTA) and Chinese Transportation Joint Conference. Shanghai, China. July 15-17, 2001. Peer Reviewed.
Liu, Rongfang, “Long Range Rolling Stock Planning Using Computer Simulation Models,” The Third Annual IEEE/ASME Joint Rail Conference, Toronto, Ontario, Canada, April 2001.
Liu, Rongfang. “A Transfer Paradigm: the Impact of Transfer Penalty on Maglev Operation Planning,” 80th Annual Transportation Research Board Meeting, Washington D.C., January 2001.
Liu, Rongfang. “Traffic Calming in Kentucky – A Case Study and Its Following Stories,” American Society of Civil Engineers’ Conference on Transportation, Land Use, and Air Quality. Portland, Oregon, May 17-20, 1998.
Liu, Rongfang. “Yes, Traffic Calming in Kentucky,” Institute of Transportation Engineers: Harmonizing Transportation and Community Goals, Monterey California, March 1-4, 1998.
Liu, Rongfang, R. Pendyala, and S. Polzin, “A Simulation of the Effects of Intermodal Transfer Penalties on Transit Use,” 77th Annual Transportation Research Board Meeting, Washington D.C., January 1998.
Liu, Rongfang and J. Mills. “Integrating GIS and Travel Demand Models,” 93rd Annual Meeting of the Association of American Geographers, Fort Worth, Texas, April 1997.
Liu, Rongfang, R. Pendyala, and S. Polzin. “An Assessment of Intermodal Transfer Penalties Using Stated Preference Data,” 76th Annual Transportation Research Board Meeting, Washington D.C., January 1997.
Liu, Rongfang. “An Assessment of Intermodal Transfer Disutility,” 75th Annual Transportation Research Board Meeting, Washington D.C., January 1996.
Polzin, Steven, R. Sheck, and R. Liu. “Perspectives on Estimating Public Transportation Needs,” 75th Annual Transportation Research Board Meeting, Washington D.C., January 1996.
Liu, Rongfang, “Geographic Information System in Transportation Modeling,” Geo-Informatics International, Hong Kong, May 1995.
Liu, Rongfang. “Mode Choice for Suburban Commuters,” Associate of Commuter Transportation International Conference, Miami, Florida, September 1994.
Liu, Rongfang. “Transportation Infrastructure Management,” 1993 Pan-Pacific Infrastructure Management Conference, Beijing, June 1993.
Liu, Rongfang. “Retrospect and Prospect of Transportation Evolution in China,” The 31st AICP Annual Conference, Portland, Oregon, October 1989.

Research and Project Report

Liu, Rongfang (Rachel). “Independent Evaluation of Aviation Manufacturer Job Protection Program Implementation by USDOT”. August 2022.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel), A. Reed and D. Katre. “Setting Dockless Bike Share for Success via Interactive GPS/GIS Platforms”. National Science Foundation, I-Corp Grant. May 2019.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel). “Improve Transportation Performance Measures via Conflation of Public and Private Information Sources.” Submitted to Federal Highway Administration, US Department of Transportation/ University Transportation Research Center. May 2018.
Osbay, Kaan, Bekir Bartin, and Rongfang (Rachel) Liu. “MyTix: New Jersey Transit’s Mobile Ticket Application.” Submitted to Federal Highway Administration, US Department of Transportation/New Jersey Department of Transportation. May 2014. FHWA-NJ-2011-05.
Daniel, J., Hindy Schachter and Rongfang (Rachel) Liu. “Feasibility and efficacy of public transportation partnerships.” Submitted to Federal Highway Administration, US Department of Transportation/New Jersey Department of Transportation. March 2014. FHWA-NJ-2014-013.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel). “Go Bus Impact Analysis”: Prepared for and Submitted to Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)/ New Jersey Department of Transportation, August 2013. FHWA-NJ-2013-005.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel). “Analysis of Mega Bus Survey Datasets.” Prepared for and Submitted to Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)/ New Jersey Department of Transportation, June 2012.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel). “Railroad Crossing Safety.” Submitted to Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)/ New Jersey Department of Transportation, submitted by New Jersey Institute of Technology, September 2010. FHWA-NJ-2010-011.
Gambla, C. and Rongfang (Rachel) Liu. “Guidebook for Measuring Performance of APM Systems at Airport.” Prepared for Airport Cooperative Research Program and Submitted to Transportation Research Board, October 2010. ACRP Report 37A.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel). "Weekend Travel Demand and Mode Choice Models Final Report.” Submitted to Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)/ New Jersey Department of Transportation, submitted by New Jersey Institute of Technology, FHWA-NJ-2009-013. June 2009. 147 pages.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel). “Hudson Bergen Light Rail Customer Impact and Retention Study, Technical Memorandum II: Travel Behavior Changes Associated with Newly Extended LRT Services” Submitted to Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)/ New Jersey Department of Transportation, submitted by New Jersey Institute of Technology, November 2008.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel). " Weekend Travel Demand and Mode Choice Models, Technical Memorandum V: " Weekend Travel Characteristics in the New Jersey – New York Corridor” Submitted to Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)/ New Jersey Department of Transportation, submitted by New Jersey Institute of Technology, October 2008.
Stangus, Paul; Alan Bing; David Nelson and Rongfang (Rachel) Liu. “Shared Use of Railroad Infrastructure with Non-Compliant Public Transit Rail Vehicles” Submitted to Transit Cooperative Research Program A-27, Transportation Research Board, September 2008, Washington DC.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel). “Hudson Bergen Light Rail Customer Impact and Retention Study, Technical Memorandum I: Plat form Survey along the Hudson Bergen Light Rail Extension” Submitted to Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)/ New Jersey Department of Transportation, submitted by New Jersey Institute of Technology, August 2008.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel). “Airport Cooperative Research Program 03-07 Guidebook for Measuring Performance of Automated People Mover Systems at Airports: Technical Memorandum II: Site visit to the Automated People Mover (APM) Systems at Toronto Airport” Submitted to Transportation Research Board, ACRP 03-07. December 2007.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel). " Weekend Travel Demand and Mode Choice Models, Technical Memorandum IV: Specifications for Weekend Travel Demand Models in New Jersey" Submitted to Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)/ New Jersey Department of Transportation, submitted by New Jersey Institute of Technology, November 2007.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel). “Karara to Oakajee Train Operation Analysis” Submitted to Parsons Brinkerhoff International, July 2007.
Bing, Alan; David Nelson, Paul Stangus and Rongfang (Rachel) Liu. “ITS Technologies for Integrated Rail Corridors” submitted to Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) US Department of Transportation, Washington DC. December 2006.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel). " Weekend Travel Demand and Mode Choice Models, Technical Memorandum III: State of Practices in Weekend Travel Demand Forecast" Submitted to Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)/ New Jersey Department of Transportation, submitted by New Jersey Institute of Technology, November 2006. 40 pages.
Liu, Rongfang, A. Lu and D. Nelson. "Transit Cooperative Research Program (TCRP) Project A-27: Shared Use of Railroad Infrastructure with Non-Compliant Public Transit Rail Vehicles, Technical Memorandum VIII: Business Model" for. Submitted to Transit Cooperative Research program, Transportation Research Board, submitted by Booz Alan Hamilton, New Jersey Institute of Technology, Edward & Kelcey, and ICT Inc. October 2006. 14 pages.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel). "Weekend Travel Demand and Mode Choice Models, Technical Memorandum I: Literature Review" Submitted to Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)/ New Jersey Department of Transportation, submitted by New Jersey Institute of Technology, April 2006. 40 pages.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel). “ITS Technologies for Integrated Rail Corridors, Technical Memorandum IV: Literature Review” Submitted to Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) United States Department of Transportation, submitted by New Jersey Institute of Technology, March 2006. 17 pages.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel). “Mobility Information Needs of LEP Travelers in New Jersey Final Report” Submitted to New Jersey Department of Transportation/Federal Highway Administration, submitted by New Jersey Institute of Technology, January 2005. 180 pages.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel). “Survey of Transit/Rail Freight Interaction Final Report” Submitted to New Jersey Department of Transportation/Federal Highway Administration, submitted by New Jersey Institute of Technology, September 2004. 106 pages.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel). “Mobility Information Needs of LEP Travelers in New Jersey, Technical Memorandum VI: Recommendations for Better Serving Limited English Proficiency Travelers in New Jersey” Submitted to New Jersey Department of Transportation, submitted by New Jersey Institute of Technology, June 2004. 25 pages.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel). “Mobility Information Needs of LEP Travelers in New Jersey, Technical Memorandum V: Survey of International Entities on Strategies of Serving Limited English Proficiency Travelers” Submitted to New Jersey Department of Transportation, submitted by New Jersey Institute of Technology, April 2004. 52 pages.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel). “Survey of Transit/Rail Freight Interaction, Technical Memorandum IV: Selected Case Studies of Transit/Rail Freight Interaction” Submitted to New Jersey Department of Transportation, submitted by New Jersey Institute of Technology, February 2004. 53 pages.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel). “Mobility Information Needs of LEP Travelers in New Jersey, Technical Memorandum IV: Best Practices of Peer Transit Agencies in Serving Limited English Proficiency Travelers” Submitted to New Jersey Department of Transportation, submitted by New Jersey Institute of Technology, January 2004. 53 pages.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel). “Survey of Transit/Rail Freight Interaction, Technical Memorandum III: Preliminary Results” Submitted to New Jersey Department of Transportation, submitted by New Jersey Institute of Technology, January 2004. 42 pages.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel). “Mobility Information Needs of LEP Travelers in New Jersey, Technical Memorandum III: Generating Input from Limited English Proficiency Travelers in New Jersey” Submitted to New Jersey Department of Transportation, submitted by New Jersey Institute of Technology, September 2003. 41 pages.
Spasovic, L, G. Fallat, J. Curley, K. Opie, J. Rowinski, and R. Liu. “Freight Planning Support System Final Summary Report” Submitted to New Jersey Department of Transportation/Federal Highway Administration, submitted by New Jersey Institute of Technology, June 2003. 135 pages.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel). “Survey of Transit/Rail Freight Interaction, Technical Memorandum II: Survey of Transit Service Providers” Submitted to New Jersey Department of Transportation, submitted by New Jersey Institute of Technology, June 2003. 40 pages.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel). “Mobility Information Needs of LEP Travelers in New Jersey, Technical Memorandum II: Public Transportation and Limited English Proficiency Travelers in New Jersey” Submitted to New Jersey Department of Transportation, submitted by New Jersey Institute of Technology, June 2003. 46 pages.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel). “The Impact of 9/11 and Its Implications for Freight Planning in North New Jersey” Submitted to Northern Jersey Transportation Planning Authority, submitted by New Jersey Institute of Technology, June 2003. 42 pages.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel). “Survey of Transit/Rail Freight Interaction, Technical Memorandum I: Literature Review” Submitted to New Jersey Department of Transportation, submitted by New Jersey Institute of Technology, April 2003. 18 pages.
Liu, Rongfang (Rachel). “Mobility Information Needs of LEP Travelers in New Jersey, Technical Memorandum I: Literature Review” Submitted to New Jersey Department of Transportation, submitted by New Jersey Institute of Technology, April 2003. 14 pages.
Liu, Rongfang. “Operation Planning for New Haven Fleet Configuration Analysis,” Connecticut Department of Transportation/Metro North Rail Road, January 2001.
Bohkle, B. and Rongfang Liu, et al. “Baltimore-Washington Maglev Project Description,” Mass Transit Administration, Maryland Department of Transportation, June 2000.
Liu, Rongfang. “Operation and Maintenance Cost Estimate for Baltimore-Washington Maglev Project,” Mass Transit Administration, Maryland Department of Transportation, May 2000.
Liu, Rongfang. “Preliminary Operation Plan for Baltimore-Washington Maglev Project,” Mass Transit Administration, Maryland Department of Transportation, March 2000.
Liu, Rongfang. “Operation and Maintenance Cost Estimate Methodology for Baltimore-Washington Maglev Project,” Mass Transit Administration, Maryland Department of Transportation, December 1999.
Whitehead, R. and Rongfang Liu, “Scenario Analysis for Amtrak-Continental Airline Connector Services”, Amtrak Northeast and Continental Airline Consortium, July 1999.
Makses, R. and Rongfang Liu, “Operation Planning White Paper on Hudson Line Extension,” Metro-North Railroad, New York Metropolitan Transportation Authority, August 1999.
Liu, Rongfang. “The Bottom-up Approach – Operation and Maintenance Cost Estimating Methodology for Penn Station Access Project.” <emMetro-North Rail Road, New York Mass Transit Authority, July 1999.</em
Liu, Rongfang. “Integrating Streetcar and Feeder Bus Operations,” Regional Transit Authority, City of New Orleans, June 1999.
Liu, Rongfang, “Selection Criterion for Measurement of Effectiveness in the LITP 2000 Transit Network.” New York State Department of Transportation, December 1998.
Liu, Rongfang. “Traffic Impact Study for Arnolds Industrial Park in Beavercreek,” Arnolds Enterprise, Inc., Beavercreek, Ohio. September 1997.
Liu, Rongfang. “Traffic Impact Study for Lakes of Beavercreek,” Pedcor Investments, Indianapolis, Indiana. July 1997.
Liu, Rongfang. “Traffic Impact Study for Target Store in Springdale, Ohio,” Dayton Hudson Corporation, June 1997.
Liu, Rongfang. “Traffic Impact Study for Dave and Busters in Springdale, Ohio,“ Dave and Busters, Inc. Cincinnati, Ohio. March 1997.
Liu, Rongfang. “Traffic Circulation in the Residential Neighborhood of Boone County,” Boone County Planning Commission, Kentucky. January 1997.
Liu, Rongfang. “Speed Study for City of Lebanon,” City of Lebanon Planning and Zoning Department, Ohio. December 1996.
Liu, Rongfang. “Justifications for Interchanges and Grade-Separated Crossroads along Proposed State Route 16,” Ohio Department of Transportation, Columbus, Ohio. November 1996.
Liu, Rongfang. “Dayton International Airport Freight Traffic/Roadway Study,” Miami Valley Regional Planning Commission, Dayton, Ohio. July 1996.
Liu, Rongfang. “Cherry Valley Road Corridor Study,” Licking County Department of Public Works, Ohio. July 1996.
Liu, Rongfang. “Transportation Development Strategy for Clermont County,” Clermont County Chamber of Commerce, June 1996.
Liu, Rongfang. “Statement of Purpose and Need for the Proposed State Route 16,” Ohio Department of Transportation, Columbus, Ohio. April 1996.
Liu, Rongfang. “Federal Highway Administration’s (FHWA) Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) Early Deployment Plan for Dayton/Springfield Area, “ Miami Valley Regional Planning Council, Ohio. February 1996.
Liu, Rongfang. “Johnson County Thoroughfare Plan: Transportation Section,” Johnson County Department of Planning, Indiana. January 1996.
Newsome, T. and Rongfang Liu. “Guideway Transit and Intermodalism: Function and Effectiveness,” Federal Transit Administration (FTA), Federal Department of Transportation, Washington, D.C., November 1995.
Liu, Rongfang. “Statewide Five Year Transit Development Concept - Accessibility Scenario,” Office of Planning and Programming, Florida Department of Transportation, Tallahassee, Florida. June 1995.
Liu, Rongfang. “Define Intermodalism,” Martin Marietta Corporation, Washington, D.C. March 1995.
Liu, Rongfang. "’Full Cost Pricing’ Policy Analysis and Evaluation, “Center for Urban Transportation Research, University of South Florida, March 1994.
Liu, Rongfang and J. Klosterman. “Access Management - land development regulation for City of Mexico Beach,” Department of Planning and Zoning, City of Mexico Beach, Florida, November 1990.