Research on the Impact of Flexible Working Hours on Reducing Traffic Delays in the City
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Abstract
Nowadays, traffic congestion poses a significant problem in urban areas, affecting daily life. The imbalance between supply and demand causes overloading. Intersections are critical nodes in urban transport networks, and their design has a substantial impact on traffic safety and efficiency. Microscopic traffic flow models, which describe vehicle maneuvers and traffic patterns, are widely used for optimal design and performance evaluation of transportation facilities. This article focuses on traffic modeling at intersections using the Aimsun software. The examined intersections are located in Topoľčany, Slovakia, where a 13-h traffic survey was conducted on Tovarnická Street. In addition to the current situation, simulations were performed for scenarios distributing 10% and 20% of peak traffic intensity over longer periods, with overall quality levels determined. This article highlights the importance of researching intersection throughput and the need for capacity assessment in planning any construction that affects traffic in the area.
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OpenAlex topics: Transportation Planning and Optimization · Transportation and Mobility Innovations · Urban and Freight Transport Logistics
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Affiliations
Department of Road and Urban Transport, University of Žilina, Univerzitná 1, 01026 Žilina, Slovakia
Funding
MŠVVŠ SR VEGA
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