The Modeling and Application of Dynamic Lane Assignment in Urban Areas: A Case Study of Vukovar Street in Zagreb, Croatia
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Abstract
Traffic congestion in urban areas presents significant challenges to mobility, road safety, and the overall quality of the urban traffic network. This study presents a simulation-based modeling framework for dynamic lane assignment (DLA) systems designed to optimize traffic flow on Vukovar Street in Zagreb, Croatia, which is an urban corridor where the existing infrastructure fails to meet capacity demands during peak morning and afternoon hours. Using real-time traffic data and the PTV VISSIM environment, an adaptive DLA model responsive to current traffic conditions was developed and evaluated. The proposed model improves traffic flow efficiency with minimal physical infrastructure changes, focusing on maximizing capacity within existing corridor constraints. The results of this research indicate that the proposed model reduces average vehicle delay by 21.4% and shortens queue lengths by 19%. The effectiveness of the DLA approach is evaluated through comparative analysis with traditional static traffic configurations, demonstrating significant improvements in traffic efficiency, reduced travel times, and enhanced network performance. While this study is limited to a simulation environment, it provides a strong foundation for future real-world applications and offers a practical approach to improving traffic network efficiency.
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OpenAlex topics: Traffic control and management · Transportation Planning and Optimization · Transportation Systems and Logistics
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Department of Intelligent Transport Systems, Faculty of Traffic and Transport Sciences, University of Zagreb, Vukelićeva 4, HR-10000 Zagreb, Croatia
Prometis Ltd., Cvijete Zuzorić 5, HR-10000 Zagreb, Croatia
Independent Researcher, Jaruščica 9b, HR-10000 Zagreb, Croatia
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