This document is the second volume in the FHWA Traffic Analysis Toolbox: Work Zone Analysis series. Whereas the first volume provides guidance to decision-makers at agencies and jurisdictions … [Read more...] about Traffic Analysis Tools Volume IX: Work Zone Modeling and Simulation – A Guide for Analysts
Traffic Simulation
Integrating Microscopic Simulation and Optimization: Application to Freeway Work Zone Traffic Control
This paper presents a methodology for optimizing performance of a traffic system on the basis of simulated observations of its microscopic behavior. The method integrates simulation and optimization … [Read more...] about Integrating Microscopic Simulation and Optimization: Application to Freeway Work Zone Traffic Control
Evaluation of Traffic Flow Analysis Tools Applied to Work Zones Based on Flow Data Collected in the Field
The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) has identified the maintenance of traffic (MOT) as a top priority to serve the motoring public as part of a department strategic initiative. A key … [Read more...] about Evaluation of Traffic Flow Analysis Tools Applied to Work Zones Based on Flow Data Collected in the Field
Highway Maintenance Scheduling Using Genetic Algorithm with Microscopic Traffic Simulation
This paper introduces a hybrid genetic algorithm-microscopic traffic simulation methodology for scheduling of pavement maintenance activities involving lane closures aiming to minimize network traffic … [Read more...] about Highway Maintenance Scheduling Using Genetic Algorithm with Microscopic Traffic Simulation
Mesoscopic-Wavelet Freeway Work Zone Flow and Congestion Feature Extraction Model
A new mesoscopic-wavelet model is presented for simulating freeway traffic flow patterns and extracting congestion characteristics. A traffic speed-density relationship is introduced with a lane drop … [Read more...] about Mesoscopic-Wavelet Freeway Work Zone Flow and Congestion Feature Extraction Model
Development and Testing of Variable Speed Limit Control Logics for Work Zones Using Simulation
This study is an attempt to evaluate the performance of various speeds at work zones and to develop VSL control logics that would calculate suitable speeds for different traffic conditions. The … [Read more...] about Development and Testing of Variable Speed Limit Control Logics for Work Zones Using Simulation