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The optimisation of signal-approach dimensions

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The procedure previously outlined have optimised cycle time and green times so as to produce minimum overall delay for an intersection where the physical dimensions of the approach highways were fixed.

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  1. F. V. Webster and R. F. Newby, Research into the relative merits of roundabouts and traffic-signal intersections, J. Instn Civ. Engrs, 27 (Jan. 1964), 47–76

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Salter, R.J. (1989). The optimisation of signal-approach dimensions. In: Highway Traffic Analysis and Design. Palgrave, London. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-349-20014-6_41

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  • DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-349-20014-6_41

  • Publisher Name: Palgrave, London

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