Abstract
This paper describes the application of DYNASMART-X, a simulation-based real-time network traffic estimation and prediction system based on dynamic traffic assignment (DTA) methodology, to the CHART network in Maryland. DYNASMART-X is a state-of-the-art realtime DTA system developed through FHWA-supported research to provide a core decisionsupport methodology for TMC's. The application considers the I-95 corridor network between Washington, D.C. and Baltimore. The focus is on the ability to use real-time surveillance data for traffic management purposes. The CHART network application allows use of the prediction and estimation procedures in conjunction with real time information to consider multiple traffic management strategies and scenarios in real time. This can improve the ability of the traffic management center to respond to unfolding situations, including incidents, congestion and other unexpected events, through provision of traffic information to travelers and deployment of various control measures. The paper describes the development of the CHART network model, and the steps involved in setting it up for TMC application. The capabilities and benefits of the system are illustrated through scenario analysis that considers real time information in the context of multiple alternative management strategies in response to the occurrence of an incident on the main traffic facility. These strategies are evaluated and compared in quasi real-time in terms of their projected impact on traffic conditions in the network and relative effectiveness to support real-time decision-making in response to unplanned disruptions.
Original language | English (US) |
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Title of host publication | Intelligent Transportation Society of America - 12th World Congress on Intelligent Transport Systems 2005 |
Pages | 4944-4954 |
Number of pages | 11 |
Volume | 8 |
State | Published - Dec 1 2009 |
Event | 12th World Congress on Intelligent Transport Systems 2005 - San Francisco, CA, United States Duration: Nov 6 2005 → Nov 10 2005 |
Other
Other | 12th World Congress on Intelligent Transport Systems 2005 |
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Country/Territory | United States |
City | San Francisco, CA |
Period | 11/6/05 → 11/10/05 |
Keywords
- Decision support
- Dynamic traffic assignment
- Real-time simulation
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Mechanical Engineering
- Electrical and Electronic Engineering
- Control and Systems Engineering
- Transportation
- Automotive Engineering
- Computer Networks and Communications
- Artificial Intelligence
- Computer Science Applications