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dc.contributor.advisor | Yang, Hao | - |
dc.contributor.author | Halakoo, Mohammad | - |
dc.date.accessioned | 2024-01-04T20:56:52Z | - |
dc.date.available | 2024-01-04T20:56:52Z | - |
dc.date.issued | 2024 | - |
dc.identifier.uri | http://hdl.handle.net/11375/29322 | - |
dc.description.abstract | Urban transportation networks form the backbone of modern societies, enabling essential mobility and economic activities while presenting intricate challenges associated with traffic congestion, emissions, and environmental sustainability. This thesis presents a comprehensive and integrated study framework to enhance the robustness and sustainability of urban transportation infrastructure. With a primary focus on the Macroscopic Fundamental Diagram (MFD) and its associated control strategies, the research focuses on the complex dynamics of network performance, emphasizing the critical interplay between congestion management, bottleneck identification, and the reduction of environmental impact within complex urban environments. The initial chapters provide a comprehensive overview of the challenges inherent within contemporary urban transportation systems, emphasizing the adverse impacts of traffic congestion and emissions on network efficiency and the environment. Leveraging the principles of the MFD, the study investigates the diverse dynamics of network performance, demonstrating the pivotal role of network configurations and congestion distributions in shaping traffic flow patterns and emissions. Subsequent chapters extend the research framework by introducing novel concepts such as the heterogeneity-aware emission Macroscopic Fundamental Diagram (e-MFD) and the innovative eMFD controller. The study showcases the efficacy of these novel approaches in mitigating environmental impact and optimizing network performance by leveraging the MFD, eMFD, and the Model Predictive Controller (MPC). Developing comprehensive decision tree models for bottleneck identification and management further enhances the reliability and applicability of traffic control strategies within complex urban environments. In conclusion, this thesis serves as a seminal contribution to the field of transportation engineering, offering a comprehensive and integrated framework for policymakers and transportation authorities to develop sustainable strategies for enhancing urban transportation infrastructure's performance and environmental sustainability. The findings presented within this research provide a solid foundation for future research endeavours and underscore the imperative of holistic approaches in shaping the future of sustainable urban transportation networks. | en_US |
dc.language.iso | en | en_US |
dc.subject | Macroscopic Fundamental Diagram | en_US |
dc.subject | Traffic control | en_US |
dc.subject | sustainable transportation | en_US |
dc.subject | traffic flow theory | en_US |
dc.title | Leveraging Macroscopic Fundamental Diagrams (MFDs) and Control Strategies for Sustainable Transportation Networks | en_US |
dc.type | Thesis | en_US |
dc.contributor.department | Civil Engineering | en_US |
dc.description.degreetype | Thesis | en_US |
dc.description.degree | Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) | en_US |
dc.description.layabstract | This thesis comprehensively tackles urban transportation challenges, prioritizing resilience and sustainability. It centers on the Macroscopic Fundamental Diagram (MFD) and associated control methods, investigating congestion, bottleneck identification, and environmental impact reduction. By leveraging MFD principles, it studies how network configurations and congestion influence traffic flow while highlighting the detrimental effects of congestion and emissions on efficiency and the environment. Introducing concepts such as the emission Macroscopic Fundamental Diagram (e-MFD) and an innovative controller illustrates their effectiveness in lessening environmental impact. Also, the inclusion of decision tree models strengthens bottleneck management strategies. This thesis offers a holistic framework and equips policymakers and transportation authorities with sustainable strategies for enhancing urban transportation performance and environmental well-being. Its insights pave the way for future research and underscore the significance of holistic approaches in shaping sustainable urban transportation networks. | en_US |
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