Evaluation of different vehicle types by using modelling algorithms in road traffic virtual networks platforms

Abstract

With the growing demand for simulating and analyzing road traffic, the scope of project planning, modelling, and execution will no longer be restricted to domain experts. In the future, a significantly larger portion of engineering and traffic management professionals will be required to carry out these activities. In this context, it is necessary to have several modelling and analytic algorithms that are based on the current state of affairs. Currently, the research in this subject is facing issues related to driving style variables and the integration of vehicles with the Intelligent Transportation System (ITS). Recently, there has been a focus on studying the significance of driving style for vehicle classes in connection to traffic flow, enhanced comfort, road safety, and the decrease of chemical and noise pollution. The configuration of traffic patterns is constantly changing, leading to the increasing prevalence of the idea of micro-mobility in recent years. The authors provide a comprehensive overview of the primary mathematical models employed in specific applications, as discussed before.