Phasing Sequence and Signal Spacing Based Progression Bandwidth Optimization Technique

Abstract:

This study provided quantitative analyses about the influence of phasing sequences and the impact of intersection spacing. A large number of signal system scenarios were randomly generated to represent the real-world traffic systems. Based on simulation result, it was concluded that Leading and Lagging left turn phasing were more likely to be involved in progression bandwidth solution of signal systems with randomly distributed spacing. And the number of signals has significant impact on bandwidth attainability. Further conclusions were drawn from the fitting curve that it is impossible to obtain any two-way bandwidth solutions when more than 16 signals were involved in the system.

• Periodical: Applied Mechanics and Materials (Volumes 178-181)
• Pages: 2604-2609
• DOI: https://doi.org/10.4028/www.scientific.net/AMM.178-181.2604
• Online since: May 2012
• Authors: Yi Zhao, Zong Tian
• Keywords: Green Brand, Micro-Simulation, NEMA Phase, Phase Sequence, Singal Control

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