Traffic Flow Modeling and Study of Traffic Congestion

Babitha Elizabeth Philip, Jaseela K. H

Abstract: Traffic flow modeling is done to study interactions between vehicles and to develop an optimal road network with efficient traffic movement and reduced traffic congestion. Efficient management of traffic is the aim for modeling the traffic flow. While modeling the main focus is on speed, flow and concentration of vehicles. The model discussed in this paper is based on queuing theory. The model can be developed for all types of junctions. Here, the model for a straight lane is developed. The general causes, effects and solutions for traffic congestion is studied in this paper.

Keywords: Traffic flow model, Queue, Traffic survey, Lane capacitance and Congestion