It is fair to say that no other university-based rail research facility can offer the extensive array of expertise, facilities, equipment, and specialized services to support sponsors that RRC can. TTI has been enhancing the effectiveness and efficiency of transportation systems for half a century, improving mobility, safety, and economic competitiveness throughout Texas and the nation. Let us improve your rail interests with innovative, cost-effective, and implementable research that can be put to work for you. The center conducts research for a wide range of private-sector companies and industry associations, as well as federal and state agencies. The mission of RRC is to provide timely, innovative solutions to problems facing the railroad industry and its rail sponsors.
Research focuses on implementable results that address critical needs of rail transportation.
The center also provides technical assistance and training in order to advance the state of the art in multimodal and intermodal transportation. We look to RRC as a cost-effective means of leveraging new and emerging technologies for railroad applications. RRC's projects keep our researchers on the cutting edge of developments across all engineering disciplines, serving an essential educational role for our staff. Funding technology scanning and development initiatives through RRC is one of our key investments in purchasing options on promising technology solutions for our toughest challenges. As an Association of American Railroads national affiliated university laboratory, TTI is uniquely equipped to partner with railroads.