18512604. METHOD FOR ASSESSING A SIGNALIZED INTERSECTION simplified abstract (Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University)
Contents
- 1 METHOD FOR ASSESSING A SIGNALIZED INTERSECTION
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 METHOD FOR ASSESSING A SIGNALIZED INTERSECTION - A simplified explanation of the abstract
- 1.4 Simplified Explanation
- 1.5 Potential Applications
- 1.6 Problems Solved
- 1.7 Benefits
- 1.8 Potential Commercial Applications
- 1.9 Possible Prior Art
- 1.10 Unanswered Questions
- 1.11 Original Abstract Submitted
METHOD FOR ASSESSING A SIGNALIZED INTERSECTION
Organization Name
Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University
Inventor(s)
Wael Mohamad ElSayed Eldessouki of Dammam (SA)
METHOD FOR ASSESSING A SIGNALIZED INTERSECTION - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18512604 titled 'METHOD FOR ASSESSING A SIGNALIZED INTERSECTION
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes a method and apparatus for assessing the level of service at signalized intersections by estimating the average delay per vehicle based on vehicle arrival rates, vehicle departure rates, and traffic shock waves.
- Sampling vehicle arrival rates at the signalized intersection
- Sampling vehicle departure rates at the signalized intersection
- Analyzing generated shock waves at the traffic signal
- Estimating the average delay per vehicle based on the above factors
Potential Applications
This technology could be applied in traffic management systems to optimize signal timings and improve traffic flow at intersections.
Problems Solved
This technology helps in identifying congestion levels and delays at signalized intersections, allowing for better traffic management and improved overall efficiency.
Benefits
The benefits of this technology include reduced traffic congestion, shorter travel times, improved fuel efficiency, and overall smoother traffic flow at signalized intersections.
Potential Commercial Applications
One potential commercial application of this technology could be in the development of smart traffic management systems for cities and municipalities.
Possible Prior Art
One possible prior art for this technology could be existing traffic simulation software used for analyzing traffic flow and congestion levels at intersections.
Unanswered Questions
1. How does this technology handle varying traffic conditions throughout the day? 2. Are there any limitations to the accuracy of the estimated average delay per vehicle?
Original Abstract Submitted
A method and apparatus for level of service assessment at signalized intersections is disclosed. In an exemplary embodiment, a method for estimating an average delay per vehicle at a signalized intersection with a traffic signal, including sampling vehicle arrival rates at the signalized intersection, sampling vehicle departure rates at the signalized intersection, analyzing generated shock waves at the traffic signal, wherein the traffic signal shock wave is a change in vehicle density due to changes in the traffic signal, and estimating the average delay per vehicle based on the vehicle arrival rates, the vehicle departure rates, and the traffic shock waves at the signalized intersection.
