In contemporary traffic flow theory, the distinction between user classes is rarely made. However, we envisage that the accuracy and the descriptive power of the macroscopic traffic flow models can be improved significantly by separating user classes and their specific flow characteristics. As a consequence, the possibility of improved estimation and prediction of traffic flow conditions becomes available. Additionally, the availability of a realistic multiple user-class traffic flow model enables the automated generation of user-dedicated traffic control policies by means of mathematical optimal control theory. A macroscopic multiple user-class model is derived from mesoscopic principles. In opposition to earlier multiple user-class models, the model presented here implicitly defines equilibrium relationships between traffic density and equilibrium velocities as a function of current traffic conditions, traffic composition, and distribution of user-class-dependent desired velocities. Additionally, the velocity variance variable is introduced describing deviations from the average speed within the user classes. The multiple user-class model identifies competing processes. On the one hand, drivers attempt to traverse the freeway at their desired velocity; on the other hand, they adjust their velocity because of interaction with slower vehicles. These processes can result in self-formation of apparently random local structures. Finally, the proposed model satisfies the anisotropy condition and the invariant personality condition.


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    Title :

    Modeling Multiple User-Class Traffic


    Additional title:

    Transportation Research Record


    Contributors:


    Publication date :

    1998-01-01




    Type of media :

    Article (Journal)


    Type of material :

    Electronic Resource


    Language :

    English



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