An adaptive signal control system in Toronto, Canada increased traffic flow speeds by 3 to 16 percent.
Date Posted
06/18/2001
Identifier
2007-B00360
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Measurable efficiency benefits were reported during the following project.

Deployment of a SCOOT Signal System in Toronto

SCOOT (Split Cycle Offset Optimization Technique) was an adaptive signal control system that quickly updated signal timings to meet the needs of changing traffic volumes and patterns. Toronto conducted a demonstration project to compare SCOOT to fixed (i.e., predetermined) signal timing control plans.

The results indicated adaptive signal control increased traffic flow speeds by 3 to 16 percent.

Taxonomy (ARC-IT) Traffic Management »
Traffic Signal Control (TM03)
 , Traffic Management »
Connected Vehicle Traffic Signal System (TM04)
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Efficiency
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