A lane-changing behavior is an important component of traffic simulation. Lane-changing actions are normally confined to the decision-making process of the task, and the action itself is assumed as an … [Read more...] about Socio-Demographic Impacts on Lane-Changing Action Time and Distance in Work Zone with Drivers’ Smart Advisory System
Traffic Simulation
Validation of Traffic Simulation Model Output for Work Zone and Mobile Source Emissions Modeling and Integration with Human-in-the-Loop Driving Simulators
The next generation motor vehicle emission rate model used in the United States Environmental Protection Agency’s Motor Vehicle Emission Simulator (MOVES) requires second-by-second vehicle data in … [Read more...] about Validation of Traffic Simulation Model Output for Work Zone and Mobile Source Emissions Modeling and Integration with Human-in-the-Loop Driving Simulators
Work Zone Traffic Analysis & Impact Assessment
This report documents the final results and project summary of NCDOT research project 2012-36: Work Zone Traffic Analysis & Impact Assessment. The project is tasked with assessing the estimated … [Read more...] about Work Zone Traffic Analysis & Impact Assessment
Minimizing User Delay and Crash Potential Through Highway Work Zone Planning
Lane closures due to highway work zones introduce many challenges to ensuring smooth traffic operations and a safe environment for drivers and workers. In addition, merging has been found to be one of … [Read more...] about Minimizing User Delay and Crash Potential Through Highway Work Zone Planning
Modelling Major Traffic Incident Impacts and Estimation of Their Associated Costs
Network area-wide impacts due to major traffic incidents can be assessed using a microsimulation approach. A VISSIM microsimulation model for a motorway network has been developed and is used to … [Read more...] about Modelling Major Traffic Incident Impacts and Estimation of Their Associated Costs
Development of Optimal Variable Speed Limit Control System for Freeway Work Zone Operations
Operational safety and efficiency of VSL system are the two core control objectives at work zone areas. In response to such need, this study presents a proactive VSL control model for freeway work … [Read more...] about Development of Optimal Variable Speed Limit Control System for Freeway Work Zone Operations