Document Type
Article
Publication Date
August 1996
Publication Title
PATH Research Report
Keywords
Traffic flow--Mathematical models, Traffic flow--Simulation methods, Traffic assignment--Mathematical models, Route choice--Mathematical models, Traffic Models Comparison, Traffic Simulation, Dynamic Traffic Assignment
Disciplines
Industrial Engineering | Operations Research, Systems Engineering and Industrial Engineering | Systems Engineering
Abstract
This report defines a framework for comparing dynamic traffic models. It emphasizes four dimensions: functionality, traffic dynamics, route choice dy namics, and overall network performance. The first dimension compares the models through a check-list of model functions. Regarding the last three comparison dimensions, a total of five networks and twelve scenarios are defined. These test scenarios are designed to accentuate model properties and differences. Also included in the report are a list of performance measures for comparison purpose, and a discussion of the interpretation of results.
Recommended Citation
Hong Lo, Wei-Hua Lin, Lawrence Liao, Elbert Chang, and Jacob Tsao. "A Comparison Of Traffic Models: Part 1, Framework" PATH Research Report (1996).
Comments
This work was performed as part of the California PATH Program of the University of California, in cooperation with the State of California Business, Transportation, and Housing Agency, Department of Transportation; and the United States Department Transportation, Federal Highway Administration.The contents of this report reflect the views of the authors who are responsible for the facts and the accuracy of the data presented herein. The contents do not necessarily reflect the official views or policies of the State of California. This report does not constitute a standard, specification, or regulation.This report is also available at this link.