A Comparative Analysis of Adaptive Traffic Signal Control Systems: Performance Evaluation and Implementation Challenges

Authors

  • Robin Moore PhD
  • Kai Jones Professor
  • Sam Hill Associate Professor

Keywords:

Adaptive Traffic Signal Control Systems, Urban Traffic Management, Traffic Flow Optimization, Machine Learning in Transportation, Empirical Traffic Analysis, Real-time Traffic Systems, Performance Metrics Evaluation

Abstract

As urbanization accelerates, traffic congestion has emerged as a critical issue, warranting advanced solutions to optimize traffic flow. This study conducts a comparative analysis of adaptive traffic signal control systems (ATSC) by employing empirical traffic data from multiple urban areas. Utilizing a combination of machine learning algorithms and traditional statistical models, we evaluate performance metrics such as travel time reduction, vehicle throughput, and delay times. Findings indicate that ATSC can achieve a 25% reduction in average travel time and a 30% increase in vehicle throughput compared to fixed-time systems. However, challenges related to implementation costs, system complexity, and data accuracy were identified. This research not only highlights the effectiveness of ATSC but also emphasizes necessary considerations for urban planners and traffic engineers looking to integrate these systems in future infrastructure projects.

Author Biographies

Robin Moore, PhD

PhD
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
605 E Springfield Ave, Champaign, IL 61820, USA

Kai Jones, Professor

Professor
Technische Universität München
Arcisstraße 21, 80333 München, Germany

Sam Hill, Associate Professor

Associate Professor
University of Toronto
27 King's College Cir, Toronto, ON M5S 1A1, Canada

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Published

2024-01-23

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Articles