Inter-technology Effects in Intelligent Transportation Systems

David Levinson, Seshasai Kanchi and David Gillen

No 200202, Working Papers from University of Minnesota: Nexus Research Group

Abstract: This project examines the expected benefits of varying combinations of ITS applications: Freeway Service Patrol, Changeable Message Signs, and Ramp Metering. The research analyzes the simulated results of a stylized network in a microscopic traffic simulator. The traffic network includes parallel roadways, ramp meters and changeable message signs. We have tested these technologies in various combinations. We measure effectiveness as consumers' surplus and define a measure of inter-technology economies. In brief, it is found that additional technologies are sub-additive, and more benefits come from each technology in isolation than when it is bundled with other technologies.

Keywords: Transportation System Management; Inter-technology Economies; Freeway Service Patrol; Changeable Message Signs; Ramp Metering; Intelligent Transportation Systems; Evaluation (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: D10 D85 R40 R41 R48 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2002
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Published in Transportation Research Record: Journal of the Transportation Research Board 1800 1-5

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