U.S. Traffic Signal Operations Received a D+ Grade1
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Why Aren’t We Seeing More Progress?
Wrong Tools
Traditional traffic signal control tools don’t adapt to constantly changing traffic. They don’t accurately reflect current traffic flow and use historical data to propose traffic control changes — resulting in motorists’ frustration.
Outdated Solutions
Existing models use flawed assumptions and are inaccurate, leading to suboptimal traffic signal timing. Very few solutions are validated to work under ever-changing traffic flow.
Flawed Timing Plan Models
Most systems use analog architectures, which rely on cycle-based systems. Cycles allow only the use of preset times, leading to transition hell when you need multiple changes in a short period of time.
Lack of Time & Resources
Traffic professionals don’t have the time or resources to continually synchronize traffic signals. They have to constantly deal with changing traffic patterns, special events and maintenance with a limited budget and limited team.
1Based on the latest National Transportation Operations Coalition (NTOC) report
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“We have seen a clear improvement in traffic flow, and we anticipate a significant reduction in crashes. Thanks for a job well done.”
Don DeBerry, PE | Senior Engineer
City of Lynchburg, Virginia
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