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TRAINING PTV VISSIM


BASIC COURSE
Training PTV Vissim - Basic course Imprint

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Contents
1 Introduction 7

2 Base Data 11
2.1 User Preferences 11
2.2 Simulation Parameters 12
2.3 Network Settings 13
2.4 Functions (Acceleration, Deceleration) 13
2.5 Distributions 13
2.6 Vehicle Types & Vehicle Classes 14
2.7 Driving Behavior 15
2.8 Link Behavior Types 16
2.9 Display Types 16
2.10 Levels 16

3 Basics of Program Handling 17


3.1 Graphical User Interface (GUI) 17
3.1.1 Components 17
3.1.2 Basic Navigation in the Network Editor 18
3.2 Network Object Sidebar 18
3.3 Lists 18

4 Building the Vissim Network 20


4.1 Backgrounds 20
4.2 Links & Connectors 21

5 Demand Modelling 22
5.1 Vehicle Compositions 22
5.2 Vehicle Inputs 22
5.2.1 Vehicle Volumes and Composition 22
5.2.2 Time Intervals 22

6 Route Choice 24
6.1 Add Routing Decisions and Routes 24
6.2 Route Volumes 24
6.2.1 Generation 24
6.2.2 Time Intervals 25
6.3 Lane Change Distance and Emergency Stop Position 25
6.4 Adapting the Route Sequence 25
6.5 Class-specific Routes 26

7 Speeds 27
7.1 Reduced Speed Areas 27
7.2 Desired Speed Decisions 28

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8 Parking Lots 29

9 Right Of Way (unsignalized) 30


9.1 Conflict Areas 30
9.1.1 Branching 30
9.1.2 Merging 31
9.1.3 Crossing 32
9.1.4 Modeling 34
9.2 Priority Rules 34
9.3 Stop Signs 34

10 Signal Control 35
10.1 Signal Groups 35
10.2 Intergreen Matrix 37
10.3 Signal Program 37
10.4 Add Signal Heads 37
10.5 Live Signal Times 38
10.6 Traffic Actuated Signal Control 38

11 Public Transport (PT) 39


11.1 Links 39
11.2 Public Transport Stops 39
11.3 Public Transport Lines 39
11.3.1 Add New PT Line 39
11.3.2 Editing Line Stop Data 40
11.3.3 Adapting the Line Route 40

12 Evaluations 41
12.1 Evaluation Configuration 41
12.2 Result Management 42
12.3 Evaluation Definition by Type 42
12.3.1 Data Collection Measurements 42
12.3.2 Travel Times 42
12.3.3 Queue Lengths 43
12.3.4 Node Evaluation 43
12.3.5 Link Evaluation 43
12.4 Charts 45
12.4.1 Chart Creation 46
12.4.2 Chart Configuration 46
12.4.3 Chart Settings 48

13 Presentation 49
13.1 Graphical Display 49
13.1.1 3D-Mode 49
13.1.2 Display Types 49
13.1.3 Pavement Markings 50
13.1.4 3D Traffic Signals 50

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13.1.5 Static 3D models 51


13.2 Animation Recording 51
13.2.1 Definition 52
13.2.2 Recording 52
13.2.3 Replay 52
13.3 AVI-Video Recording 52
13.3.1 Camera Positions 52
13.3.2 Keyframes 53
13.3.3 Storyboards 53
13.3.4 Compile the Storybook 53
13.3.5 Recording an AVI-Video 54
13.3.6 Hints for Recording AVI-Videos 54

Conclusion and Outlook 55

Appendix A: Data for Vissim Projects 56


A1 General Data 56
A2 Network Data 56
A3 Traffic Flow Data 56
A4 Signal Control Data 56
A5 Transit (Public Transport) Data 57

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Training PTV Vissim - Basic course Conventions in this document

Conventions in this document


The following typography is used for better orientation within this document:

Element Typography

MENU COMMANDS, BUTTONS & Small capitals


TABS

KEYBOARD SHORTCUTS Small capitals bold

Titles & dialog components Italic


FILE NAMES Courier font

Hints inform about possible consequences or provide


background information for the topic.

Warnings point to critical issues or possible data loss.

Blue boxes provide click sequences that step by step lead to the desired action.

Exercises provide a deeper understanding of a topic and valuable working experience with
the application.

Accompanying the training, Vissim example files are provided. They are named by chapter.
number in such a way that they contain all the topics up to the end of a certain chapter.
Example: the file HEADQUARTERS 07.INPX contains all modelling that is described in chapter 7,
including the exercises.

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Training PTV Vissim - Basic course Introduction

1 Introduction
Vissim is a microscopic, time step and behavior based simulation model for realistic
modelling of city and interurban traffic plus pedestrian movements. Besides private traffic
also rail- and road-based public transport (PT) can be modelled.
The traffic flow is simulated considering lane allocation, vehicle compositions, signal control
and detection of private and public transport vehicles.

Field of Applications for PTV Vissim


Vissim can be used for answering a vast variety of traffic challenges. The following use
cases show a small extract of applications:
Junction layout comparison (roundabout vs. signal control, multi-modal etc.)
Transport development planning (road works management, building evacuation etc.)
Capacity analysis (demand raise, roundabout with pedestrian flows etc.)
Active traffic management (VMS, temporary use of hard shoulder etc.)
Public transport simulation (Preemption, railway stations etc.)

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Training PTV Vissim - Basic course Base Data

2 Base Data
The stochastic nature of traffic demands for a simulation model to reflect this variability.
Vissim offers a wide range of settings such as for driving or lane change behavior. For
example, the base data for the simulation describe the various types of distribution functions,
the modeling of vehicles and pedestrians and their basic driving behavior.
Most of the base data are predefined with common standard values, yet can be adapted if
necessary. However, a fundamental understanding of the effects of such changes is
essential.
This chapter provides an overview of Vissims base data and its default settings.

2.1 User Preferences


General program settings that are stored in the registry - independent of the current network
settings.

Right-Click Behavior in Network Editors


When starting Vissim for the first time you are asked to select the desired right-click behavior
in Vissim:

1. Start Vissim
2. Choose opens the context menu and confirm with OK.
This setting can also be changed later via EDIT - USER PREFERENCES... - Network Editor:

Action After Object Creation


Another preference defines the automatic action after creating an network object (for
example after adding an input):

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1. EDIT - USER PREFERENCES... - Network Editor

2. Choose the topmost option.

2.2 Simulation Parameters

SIMULATION - PARAMETER

For simulation Period, consider the warm-up period (here: 10 minutes)


Simulation resolution:
- Vehicles: 10 (recommended), for High-End AVI videos = 20, minimum = 5.
- Pedestrians: 5, 10 or 20. Otherwise unrealistic simulation behavior may occur.

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The simulation resolution takes influence on vehicle and


pedestrian behavior as well as their interactions. Hence
simulations with different simulation resolutions may produce
different results.

2.3 Network Settings


In addition to the simulation parameters, there are general settings to be defined network-
specific. Typical settings are traffic regulations or units.
1. BASE DATA - NETWORK SETTINGS

2. For imperial units press ALL IMPERIAL


For metric units press ALL METRIC

2.4 Functions (Acceleration, Deceleration)


For every vehicle type in Vissim there are two acceleration and two deceleration curves.
BASE DATA - FUNCTIONS - ...

Maximum acceleration: technical feasible acceleration. Comes into action especially at


gradients
Desired acceleration: used in all other cases
Maximum deceleration: technical feasible deceleration.
At gradients there is an automatic compensation:
- + 0.1 m/s per percent for positive gradients (uphill)
- - 0.1 m/s per percent for negative gradients (downhill)
-
Desired acceleration

2.5 Distributions
The various stochastic effects on the traffic simulation are modelled using distributions.
As an example here the desired speed distribution:

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Training PTV Vissim - Basic course Base Data

1. BASE DATA - DISTRIBUTIONS - DESIRED SPEED


The list Desired Speed Distributions opens
2. Double click on the row header of distribution no. 120
The editable curve window opens:

3. Using intermediate points any type of distribution curve can be modelled:


- Right-click defined a new point
- Dragging a point onto another one deletes it.

2.6 Vehicle Types & Vehicle Classes

Hierarchy

Class: Composition of types


Type: Vehicles with similar driving behavior
Vehicle category: Essential behavior
1. BASE DATA - VEHICLE TYPES
2. BASE DATA - VEHICLE CLASSES

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2D/3D Model
defines appearance of vehicles and pedestrians
facilitates length (and width) distribution
various models possible within same vehicle type
1. BASE DATA - 2D/3D MODELS
2. Double click in row header display and selection of models
3. Add articulated bus

2.7 Driving Behavior


A key feature of Vissim is its detailed driving behavior which includes both the following and
lane change behavior. Therefore a broad range of parameters is accessible by the user in
order to adjust the driving behavior to local characteristics. At the same time there is a
danger to produce unrealistic results by wrong adaptions. Hence changing the driving
behavior parameters must only be done with a fundamental understanding of the
parameters and their interaction.

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Training PTV Vissim - Basic course Base Data

BASE DATA - DRIVING BEHAVIOR

2.8 Link Behavior Types


Driving behavior parameters are assigned to a link by means of link behavior types. With
Vissim it is possible to assign different driving behavior to different road users traveling on
the same link. For this purpose, within a link behavior type for each vehicle class a
dedicated driving behavior parameter set may be assigned
1. BASE DATA - LINK BEHAVIOR TYPES
List Link Behavior Types opens
2. Select subtype Driving Behavior
In the list to the right the exceptions of the standard behavior are shown
3. Left list: Select Link Behavior Type, then right list: shortcut menu NEW ...
4. Select Vehicle class and the desired driving behavior

2.9 Display Types


Design medium for links, connectors, areas etc. for presentation purposes and clarity for
example to discern different link types.
BASE DATA - DISPLAY TYPES

2.10 Levels
Level List: Definition of a level
BASE DATA - LEVELS

Level sidebar: Show/hide the entire level or only vehicles or pedestrians on it.
Select LEVELS from the Sidebar

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Training PTV Vissim - Basic course Basics of Program Handling

3 Basics of Program Handling

3.1 Graphical User Interface (GUI)


Network Objects Sidebar

Network Editor Network Editor


Quick View

List

3.1.1 Components
Network editor (several also)
Standard toolbar
Sidebars:
- Network objects
- Levels
- Backgrounds
- Quick view
- Smart map
Lists
Diagrams
Status bar
The network editor is used to setup the network. All network objects are accessible through
the network object sidebar (details see below). Attributes of a selected network object can
be edited in the quick view.
Open another network editor:
1. VIEW - OPEN NEW NETWORK EDITOR
2. Dock the new network editor to the right of the existing one
Lists are used to edit all data, also for non-graphic network objects such as vehicle types.
Windows and lists can be arranged almost in any way inside and outside the main Vissim
window.

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Open lists
1. BASE DATA - DISPLAY TYPES
2. BASE DATA - VEHICLE TYPES
3. Dock the list above another list

3.1.2 Basic Navigation in the Network Editor


Use one of the following commands to move and zoom the network inside the network
window. There are mouse and keyboard options available for your convenience:
Action Mouse Keyboard Toolbar

Zoom in/out Wheel PGUP, PGDN

Pan Press wheel + Drag (cursor)

3.2 Network Objects Sidebar


The network object sidebar contains a list with all network object types.
Through icons and context menu settings and functionality for appearance,
visibility and selectability for network objects in a network editor are available.
These settings always refer to the last active network editor. If you activate
another network editor by mouse click, the current settings for this network
editor are shown in the network objects sidebar.

Functionality

Column Description Comment

Visibility Hides/shows objects of this type

Selectability Prevents from accidental editing objects of this type

Insert mode Enables creation of new objects and some extended editing

Label Shows label as defined in graphic parameters of this type

Graphic Type legend and access to type-specific graphic parameters


Parameters

3.3 Lists
The attributes of all network objects and base data are accessible through lists. In
addition, for some network object types, dialog boxes are available for single object editing.
Furthermore result attributes can also be shown in lists.

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For more complex network objects and also for display of relationships Vissim offers
coupled lists:
Primary network objects are listed on the left
Secondary (depending) network objects are listed on the right. Its display depends on
the selection of the primary network object(s).

Coupled list of vehicle routing decisions and routes

Same as with network editors also lists can be arranged in


any way within and outside the main Vissim window.

Important List Functionality

Command Description

Synchronization Every selection in the list also changes the selection in all
network editors, and vice versa.

Attribute selection Add, delete, move and configure columns.

Irrelevant cell Values that are currently irrelevant (most times because of a
dependency of another attribute).

Read-only cell Values that cannot be edited (for example calculated or result
attributes)

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Training PTV Vissim - Basic course Building the Vissim Network

4 Building the Vissim Network


Start with a clean network:
1. FILE - NEW
2. SIMULATION - PARAMETERS - Period = 4200 (peak hour plus warm-up)

4.1 Backgrounds

The careful and precise handling of background plans and


images is essential for the entire Vissim project. The scale of
a Vissim network model cannot be changed later on.

Preparations for all plans/aerial photos


Scale and north direction must be clearly marked
Is the desired data format (for example jpg, tif) supported by Vissim?

1. Switch off the background map (Bing or OpenStreetMap)


2. Add background image HEADQUARTERS AERIAL.ECW
3. Open the Background Images list and edit attributes:
- Position bottom left = 20.0 730.0
- Width = 500 m
- Height = 250 m
- zOffset = -0.03
4. SHOW ENTIRE NETWORK
5. Disable the selectability of background images to avoid accidental re-location.

In case there are multiple background images for the same project, all of these need to be
scaled identically and aligned properly. The recommended procedure is to model some
major links on a background image that covers a larger area and then and then use the links
for aligning the more detailed maps. In addition, (temporary) links may be placed at building
corners or similar to align the different maps with each other.

For large bitmap files (for example aerial photos) we


recommend the use of the ECW (enhanced compression
wavelet) file format. It is a high-performance image-
compression format designed specifically for geospatial
imagery and provides high compression ratios at visually
lossless image quality.
In contrast to other file formats the ECW format does not lead
to remarkable delays while navigating the network.
For Vissim, a compression rate of 9:1 for high quality is
recommended. Use 20:1 for good quality but shorter load
times.

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As an alternative to your own background images, Vissim


offers to display live internet maps of online map services
such as OpenStreetMap or Bing.
For some of these services a software maintenance contract
with PTV AG is required.

4.2 Links & Connectors


Links and connectors are the core of the Vissim road network (not nodes and edges). This
allows virtually any kind of junction and road layout.
1. Select the Links insert mode
For the junction on the top right (Tullastr.):
2. Model all links for private traffic (no connectors yet)
3. Add connectors between the links

Exercise 1: Model all links and connectors for the junction PTV Headquarters
(Stumpfstr.)

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Training PTV Vissim - Basic course Demand Modelling

5 Demand Modelling
Traffic that should travel through the road network.

5.1 Vehicle Compositions


Here the vehicle mix for each incoming link of the network is defined.
1. TRAFFIC - VEHICLE COMPOSITIONS
The Vehicle Compositions list opens
2. Add additional composition Cars only (with 30 km/h or 20 mph)

5.2 Vehicle Inputs

5.2.1 Vehicle Volumes and Composition


Definition of the absolute vehicle volume per hour that are inserted at the start of a link.
Vehicles on public transport lines must not be included here as they are modelled
separately.
1. Select the Vehicle Inputs insert mode
2. Add inputs on all incoming links (except pure public transport links)
3. Edit volumes as vehicles per hour and select the vehicle composition:

Input volumes in veh/h

Vehicle composition no.

5.2.2 Time Intervals


Input volumes can not only be defined for a single time interval but also for multiple ones.
Hence different volumes and compositions may be defined for the same input.

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1. BASE DATA - TIME INTERVALS


The Time Intervals list opens
2. Select the subtype Vehicle inputs from the list toolbar

As a shortcut, time intervals can be accessed directly from the Vehicle Inputs list by
shortcut menu EDIT TIME INTERVALS.

3. Use the shortcut menu to insert new time intervals up to the last interval 3600 - MAX
4. From the Vehicle Inputs list toolbar select Vehicle volumes by time interval: In the list to
the right now vehicle volumes and compositions can be edited for each time interval.
5. To simplify the example file delete the additional time intervals

For use of Dynamic Assignment (optional add-on) the


definition of vehicle inputs is not necessary.

Exercise 2: Modeling a demand time series


For the input flow nearby PTV headquarters (Stumpfstr., cars only) define the following
vehicle volumes for 10 minute intervals: 100, 150, 200, 250, 150, 100, 100 veh/h.

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Training PTV Vissim - Basic course Route Choice

6 Route Choice
Routes define the path that a vehicle follows at branches. A route is assigned to every
arriving vehicle according to the proportions defined for all the routes (turning volumes for
example). At this point vehicles are neither generated, nor are they taken out of the network.

6.1 Add Routing Decisions and Routes

1. Select the Vehicle Routes (Static) insert mode


2. Add a new routing decision with CTRL + right-click (route start)
3. Define route destination by click on destination link/connector
(Recommendation: place it shortly after the last connector of the (turning) movement)
4. Repeat step 3 for all directions possible from the selected route start
5. Click twice outside the road network to end insert procedure
Repeat steps 2 to 5 for all incoming links of junction Tullastr..

The routing decisions must be placed well ahead of the start


of the next downstream link/connector to ensure that all
vehicles are affected. Take into account
the maximum vehicle speed
the current simulation resolution
the maximum number of lanes to be crossed

Vehicle indicators: The connector attribute Direction controls


the direction of the indicator of a vehicle that approaches this
connector.

6.2 Route Volumes

6.2.1 Generation
For a routing decision the relative flow defines how the arriving vehicles are distributed
among its routes.
1. Right click on a route destination (turquoise) and select SHOW IN LIST.
The Static Vehicle Routes list opens.
2. Enter the Relative flow volume for each route according to the illustration:

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6.2.2 Time Intervals


Same as with vehicle inputs also for routes multiple time intervals with different route
volumes are possible.
1. see section 5.2.2, but with subtype Vehicle routes (static)
2. Show coupled list Static Vehicle Routing Decisions - Static Vehicle Routes
3. For each time interval there is now a separate colum for relative flow

6.3 Lane Change Distance and Emergency Stop Position


For a vehicle to follow its route on a multi-lane link, a lane change may be necessary.
Therefore mainly the following parameters are relevant:
Connectors:
- Lane change distance
- Emergency stop position
Driving behavior parameters:
- Those 6 parameters at Necessary lane change (Route)
It is important to define the lane change distance in such a way that vehicles may change
lanes in good time.
The driving behavior parameters then control how determined the vehicles change to the
destination lane.

Exercise 3: Add routes for junction PTV Headquarters.


Use the following relative route volumes:

6.4 Adapting the Route Sequence


In case the route sequence automatically chosen by Vissim is not the correct one, the
sequence can be adapted in the following way:
1. Select the Vehicle Routes (Static) insert mode
2. Select the route (for example by clicking the route destination)
3. Add a (temporary) intermediate point on the route with CTRL + right-click
4. Move this intermediate point to the desired link/connector

Intermediate route points are temporary. That means they


are discarded as soon as the route is not visible any more.

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In order to preserve a manually adapted route sequence from


unexpected modifications, such a route section must be
secured from automatic recalculation as soon as the route is
modified again.
This is done by enclosing the route section which is to be
modified by two additional intermediate points that act as
pins. Only the route section in between will be recalculated
then.

6.5 Class-specific Routes


Routing decision may be defined for specific vehicle classes only. Hence different routes
and/or route proportions may be modelled e.g. for cars and HGVs.

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Training PTV Vissim - Basic course Speeds

7 Speeds
2 types:
temporary reduction (reduced speed areas)
permanent change (desired speed decisions)

7.1 Reduced Speed Areas


For short temporary speed reductions, for example at turning movements or bumpers
(sleeping policemen). Vehicles decelerate automatically prior to reaching the reduced
speed area and accelerate thereafter.
1. Select the Reduced Speed Area insert mode
2. Add a reduced speed area with a length of 2 m
3. Define speed distribution and deceleration for each vehicle class
Repeat steps 2 and 3 for all relevant locations at the junction Tullastr.:

The illustration shows the numbers of the desired speed distributions for vehicle classes
Car, HGV, Bus. Deceleration typically 2.0, for HGV 1.3 m/s.

Option: Show Distributions as Label

1. Open the graphic parameters for reduced speed areas


2. Click the button next to Label attribute
3. Select Speed reductions - Concatenate - Desired speed distribution:

4. Activate label visibility

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When defining reduced speed areas it is recommended to


consider future model extensions (further vehicle classes).
For this reason it may be useful to define a generic vehicle
class All that includes all vehicle types.

7.2 Desired Speed Decisions


Permanent change of the desired speed, either faster or slower. Vehicles react to the
decision only after crossing over it.
1. Select the Desired Speed Decision insert mode
2. Add decision at Stumpfstr.: zone 30 km/h (link 12 @ 11.0 m)
3. Define speed distribution by vehicle class

Exercise 4: Define correct speeds at junction PTV Headquarters.


Choose the suitable network object depending on the use case. Consider also the use of a
vehicle class All.

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Training PTV Vissim - Basic course Parking Lots

8 Parking Lots
Parking lots are suitable for modeling longitudinal road side parking along a link. Depending
on the use case the dwell time may be varied, so that besides parking also loading
procedures as well as drop off zones (for example at stations or airports) can be modelled.
Furthermore there are abstract parking lots that are used for Dynamic Assignment.
1. Select the Parking lot insert mode
2. Add parking lot with the desired length
3. Define the parking space length (typically: 6 m)
4. Select the Vehicle Routes (Parking Lot) insert mode
5. Add routing decision (connector 10000 @ 1.0 m)
6. Place route destination within the parking lot (exact position doesnt matter)
7. Click outside network to end route insert procedure
8. Show list Parking Routing Decisions / Parking Rate By Time Interval
9. Define attributes Parking rate (50 %) und Parking duration (5 Min)

Further options: Blocking time distribution, attraction

Exercise 5: Model parking lots for the opposite direction


Use a parking duration of 3 Min and a parking rate of 30%.

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Training PTV Vissim - Basic course Right Of Way (unsignalized)

9 Right Of Way (unsignalized)

9.1 Conflict Areas


Conflict areas are the preferred method to model unsignalized right of way.

9.1.1 Branching

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9.1.2 Merging

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9.1.3 Crossing

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9.1.4 Modeling

1. Select the Conflict Areas insert mode


all potential conflict areas are displayed as yellow (passive)
2. Right-click on conflict area and choose desired right-of-way:
- 2 waits for 1 (green/red)
- 1 waits for 2 (red/green)
- undetermined (red/red)
3. Repeat step 2 for all relevant conflict areas at junction Tullastr..

The number of conflict areas is reduced if overlaps of links


and connectors are minimized wherever possible (< 0.5 m).

Exercise 6: Model all relevant conflict areas for junction Stumpfstr.

9.2 Priority Rules


Conflict areas are superior to priority rules as they include tactical driving. With priority rules,
the decision for stop or go is done in every simulation time step only.
Application examples for priority rules:
Conflicts without a common overlap area
Keep-clear area on a link/connector
In case the use of conflict areas did not lead to the desired behavior

1. Select the Priority Rules insert mode


2. Add stop line (red cross section)
3. Place conflict marker (green cross section) downstream of the relevant conflict.
The dialog box Priority Rule opens
4. Edit attributes Headway und Gap time
5. If applicable, add further conlfict markers to the same stop line
6. Stop the insert procedure with click outside the network

For use with keep clear areas the attribute max. Speed is relevant also.

9.3 Stop Signs


In addition to priority rules or conflict areas, stop signs may be modeled if every vehicle
needs to stop for at least on time step. Furthermore a time distribution may be assigned to
the stop sign to model toll plazas or processing counters (for example at cross-country
borders).
1. Select the Stop Sign insert mode
2. Add stop sign

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Training PTV Vissim - Basic course Signal Control

10 Signal Control
Vissim offers a generic interface for signal controllers of various types. Here the signal
group based fixed time controller type is explained as it is available with every Vissim
license.
To create a signal control, various data are needed which typically originate from a
dedicated signal control planning. As this procedure is time-consuming and done outside of
Vissim, here the resulting data of the signal control planning are readily provided.
Preparation: Set all conflict areas at junction Tullastr. to passive as they are not needed
after the signal control is implemented. Use multi-select and Quick view.

10.1 Signal Groups


The exact location of the signal groups is marked in the signal plan below. Here the relevant
signal groups are marked as blue for private traffic and green for public transport.

Inserting the Signal Plan in Vissim

1. Add TULLASTR SG.PNG as new background image


2. Adapt data:
- Position bottom left = 372.151 837.905
- Width = 117.665 m
- zOffset = -0.02 m

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Define Signal Controller and Signal Groups

1. SIGNAL CONTROL - SIGNAL CONTROLLERS


The Signal Controllers / Signal Groups list opens
2. Add new signal control
3. In the dialog box Signal Control click on EDIT SIGNAL CONTROL
The window Fixed Time - SC 1 opens:

Note that the training license typically contains more signal


controller types than the standard Vissim license. Hence you
may see more options compared to the illustrations here.

4. Add signal groups:

5. Define the default sequence for every signal group:

V1-V5:

T52, T53:

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10.2 Intergreen Matrix

1. Select Intergreen matrices from the sidebar of the Fixed time window
2. Create new intergreen matrix
3. Insert data from Excel file (TULLASTR INTERGREEN MATRIX.XLSX) with copy & paste

In Excel the matrix diagonal may not contain any numbers


(not even zero). Otherwise the data cannot be inserted in
Vissim.

10.3 Signal Program

1. Select Signal programs from the sidebar of window Fixed time


2. Add new signal program
3. Edit signal program data:
- Select intergreen matrix
- Cycle time = 72 s
4. Enter signal times for each signal group (see illustration)
5. Save controller and close with FILE - EXIT

10.4 Add Signal Heads

1. Select the Signal Heads insert mode


2. Add signal head at stop line position according to signal plan

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10.5 Live Signal Times

Activation

1. EVALUATION - W INDOWS - SIGNAL TIMES TABLE


2. Select SC 1 and confirm with OK.

Configuration
Vissim by default uses a layout that shows all signal groups in sequence. You may adjust
the layout if you wish:
1. SIGNAL CONTROL - SIGNAL CONTROLLERS
2. Double click on row header to open the Signal Control dialog
3. Go to SIGTIMTBL CONFIG tab
4. Disable Automatic signal times table configuration
5. Configure the desired layout

10.6 Traffic Actuated Signal Control


In addition to fixed time signal controllers, Vissim can also simulate traffic actuated
controllers. For this reason several controller types are available as add-on. Especially the
add-on VAP in combination with the graphical user interface VisVAP provides a straight
forward method to model and simulate traffic actuated controls such as public transport
preemption.

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11 Public Transport (PT)


In contrast to private traffic, the demand and routing of line-based transportation (for
example buses and trains) is modelled separately in Vissim.

11.1 Links
For those network parts where the PT travels on a dedicated railroad track, new links and
connectors need to be modeled:
1. Model the railroad track in East-West direction according to the aerial photo (width =
2.8 m, display type = 12)
2. Upstream of the link start, add another link and connector (link length = 100 m; at
minimum two times the maximum PT vehicle length)

This additional link will hold a dummy stop that is used to


model arrival time variations of PT vehicles (for example
delays, change in sequence).

11.2 Public Transport Stops

1. Select the Public Transport Stops insert mode


2. Add regular stop (on new East-West link, length = 70 m)
3. Add Dummy stop (length = 40 m @ ca. 40 m)

11.3 Public Transport Lines

11.3.1 Add New PT Line

1. Select the Public Transport Lines insert mode


2. Add new PT line from East to West, starting on the additional link
3. Edit line data:
- Vehicle Type = 400
- Desired speed distribution = 50
- Color = orange
4. Add timetable data:
- Click on DEPARTURE TIMES in the PT Line dialog box
- Right-click - GENERATE START TIMES
- Begin = 0 s, Rate = 120 s, End = Simulation period, Occupancy = 50 pers/veh
5. Start simulation: The dwell times at the two stops are different.

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11.3.2 Editing Line Stop Data


By default the dwell time is computed by the Calculation method. It takes into account the
number of passengers currently in the vehicle
boarding passengers of each PT stop (optional line-specific)
alighting percentage of each PT line stop
vehicle type specific PT parameters

The dwell time determination method is changed to Distribution in the following way:
1. Select desired PT line
2. Double click on PT stop
Dialog box PT Line Stop opens
3. Set Dwell time- Distribution = 1 (20 s)

11.3.3 Adapting the Line Route


Adapting the route is necessary for example if a bus lay-by needs to be added to an existing
PT line. The adaption works in the same way as with static routes (see chapter 6.4).
Exercise 7: Model the opposite direction of the tram (West-East)

Hint: In case that a tram stops and dissolves after a certain


time, it might well be that it wants to park

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12 Evaluations

12.1 Evaluation Configuration


Evaluations are structured in two types:
Result Attributes (directly available in Vissim)
Direct Output (available as file/database)

In order to get results, the corresponding evaluation type needs to be active:


1. EVALUATION - CONFIGURATION...
2. Activate Collect Data for the desired types

3. Click MORE... for more evaluation attributes where applicable.

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12.2 Result Management

EVALUATION - KONFIGURATION - RESULT MANAGEMENT

Here you may define if results of previous simulation runs should be retained or deleted.
Furthermore user-defined percentile values may be defined here for use in result lists.
For every simulation run the active result attributes are stored automatically. Hence they
are available also after the simulation run is finished. According to the evaluation
configuration settings (tab RESULT MANAGEMENT) even data of several simulation runs are
preserved.
The results are structured by type and can be accessed through EVALUATION - RESULT
LISTS. Furthermore result attributes may be added to existing lists using the attribute
selection dialog box.
Saved simulation runs are also listed (EVALUATION - RESULT LISTS - SIMULATION RUNS).
Stored results can be deleted by deleting the corresponding
simulation run.

Aggregated Results
Vissim can aggregate results of several simulation runs automatically. The aggregated
values are available in the corresponding result lists and are activated with the following two
commands in the list toolbar:
Result attribute aggregated over all simulation runs
Result attribute aggregated over all time intervals of a single run.
In case both aggregates are active, also the aggregate over all runs and all time intervals is
shown.

12.3 Evaluation Definition by Type

12.3.1 Data Collection Measurements

1. Select the Data Collection Points insert mode


2. Insert data collection points at the desired positions (here: West-East, West-South,
South-East)
3. EVALUATION - MEASUREMENT DEFINITION - DATA COLLECTION MEASUREMENTS: Define a
measurement for each data collection point

Result list: EVALUATION - RESULTS LISTS - DATA COLLECTION

12.3.2 Travel Times

1. Select the Vehicle Travel Times insert mode


2. Add start and end cross section (here: West-East)
3. Repeat step 2 for directions East-West and South-West

Result list: EVALUATION - RESULTS LISTS - VEHICLE TRAVEL TIMES

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12.3.3 Queue Lengths

1. Select the Queue Counters insert mode


2. Add queue counter at desired stop line position (here: @ signal group 1, 4, 5)
3. Define queue condition: EVALUATION - CONFIGURATION... - Queue Counters - MORE...

Result list: EVALUATION - RESULTS LISTS - QUEUE LENGTHS


Visualization of queuing vehicles: Activate graphics
parameter Color by vehicle state for Vehicles in Network.
Then queuing vehicles are displays in white color.

12.3.4 Node Evaluation


The node evaluation offers a comfortable way to define several typical evaluations at
junctions or intersections. Mainly the following types are evaluated:
Turning movements
Delays
Queue lengths
1. Select the Node insert mode
2. Add node in such a way that all turning movements are contained inside
Result list: EVALUATION - RESULTS LISTS - NODES

Exercise 8: Include a node evaluation for both junctions and evaluate them

12.3.5 Link Evaluation


These data are available in a list as well as graphically during a simulation run. For this
reason links/connectors are colored according to a color scheme.

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Set Link Attributes

1. Network objects sidebar: MAKE NO TYPES SELECTABLE


2. Select the Links insert mode
3. Select alle links/connectors with the mouse
4. In quick view activate the attributes
- Link evaluation active and
- Link evaluation segment length
5. Check for all links and connectors if
- link evaluation is active
- segment length is set to 10 m

Activate Graphical Display

1. Open link graphic parameters


2. Drawing mode: Select Use color scheme

The Edit Color Schemes for Links dialog opens


3. Classification based on - Link Segments
4. For Classification by color - Attribute select:

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5. Click on and select Speed.


The class boundaries with their associated color appear:

6. Confirm with OK.


7. Select all links and check/activate link attribute link evaluation active
8. EVALUATION - CONFIGURATION:

Result List
Result List: EVALUATION - RESULTS LISTS - LINK SEGMENTS
The result list for link segments may rapidly grow in rows.
Hence it is recommended to define an evaluation interval not
too small and/or to include only a part of the network.

12.4 Charts
In addition to the result attributes that are available in a numerical way, Vissim also offers
charts as a visual way for presenting results.
Key features are:

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visualization of all result and static attributes inside Vissim, including aggregates
a tool to
- present results
- analyze the network
- support calibration
available before, during and after a simulation run
export as image to clipboard or file

12.4.1 Chart Creation


There are several ways to create a chart. Here one of the most effective ways is outlined by
means of vehicle travel time evaluations.
1. Ensure that at least two simulation runs with different random seeds were completed
with active travel time evaluation (check the simulation run list if not sure).
2. Open Vehicle Travel Time Results list
3. Right click inside the first data cell of the last list column (TravTm(All)) and select
CREATE CHART - FOR SELECTED ATTRIBUTES (X-AXIS: ALL TIME INTERVALS)
new chart window opens:

12.4.2 Chart Configuration


From the many different possible combinations of network objects, attributes, simulation
runs, time intervals and vehicle classes, here some typical applications are shown:

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1. Open chart configuration (from the toolbar of the chart window)

All objects
2. Tick the All option next to Network objects

3. Save to Named layout Travel times - all objects


4. Deactivate All network objects

Additional attribute
5. Select Attributes row and add an attribute:
From the selection list, choose Vehicles - 1 x <Time Intervals> x All types

6. Remove the Vehicles attribute

All Simulation runs


7. Tick the On/Off and All options for Simulation runs

Chart type
8. In the top left, change Chart type to Line

9. Save to Named layout Travel Times - all runs

Call Layouts
10.Activate previously saved layout Travel times - all objects
all options are adapted, including object and attribute settings!
11.Close the configuration dialog with OK

Live View
Instead of showing the network objects configured in the chart, there is a more dynamic
option that shows the results of the currently selected network object(s):
1. Open Vehicle Travel Time Measurements list (not the corresponding result list)
2. In the chart window activate Synchronization.
Now the results of the currently selected travel time measurement are shown in the
chart.
3. In the list, choose a different travel time measurement (different row) and see the chart
changing at the same time. This also works with a multi-selection.
Similarly you can select the travel time object also in a network editor.

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The chart is also updated during a simulation run - if the


current run is selected in the chart configuration. Then you
can see the data changing while the simulation is running.

12.4.3 Chart Settings


In addition to the data associated with the chart, also its layout may be adjusted:
Custom title and font size
Legend position and size
Background color and grid
Various settings for x and y axis
Appearance of data series

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13 Presentation
Even so the presentation of the simulation has no impact on simulation results, it is an
important tool to transfer the findings and results to others - especially to a non-technical
audience.
This chapter shows how impressive graphics can be achieved by use of Vissims graphics
capabilities. Furthermore two types of simulation recording are explained.

13.1 Graphical Display

13.1.1 3D-Mode
Links, areas and background images are automatically displayed in 3D mode also. In
addition, for all standard vehicles and pedestrians 3D models are provided that are shown
during a simulation run.

toggles 3D mode (keyboard: CTRL + D)

Navigation

Action Mouse Keyboard Toolbar

Zoom in/out Wheel PGUP, PGDN

Pan (parallel to land) Press wheel + Drag (cursor)

Elevate CTRL + Press wheel + Drag R, F -

Rotate ALT + Press wheel + Drag I, K, J, L

3D Graphic Parameters

1. Open 3D graphic parameters


2. Sky texture already defined (for example SKY_BRIGHT03.BMP)
3. Choose Land texture (for example GRASS06.BMP)

Graphic parameters are stored in a layout file (*.layx), not in


the network file (*.inpx).

13.1.2 Display Types

1. BASE DATA - DISPLAY TYPES


Display Types list opens
2. For display types 1 and 12 choose a texture file name (for example ROADS\GRAY01.BMP)

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To see the changes of the display types in the network, the


link drawing mode needs to be set to Use display types.

Further Options:
Curved
Shaded sides
All sides same color/texture
Show railroad tracks

13.1.3 Pavement Markings


Vissim generates lane markings automatically according to the number of lanes and the lane
change bans. Arrow markings and zebra crossing may be added at any location inside a
link/connector:
0. Activate 2D mode
1. Select the Pavement Markings insert mode
2. Add Arrow markings on all incoming legs of junction Tullastr.
Example for the southern leg:

13.1.4 3D Traffic Signals


By default signal heads in 3D mode are displayed as block. Hence its color state can be
seen for all directions simultaneously. For realistic display, Vissim offers 3D traffic signals:

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0. Activate 2D mode
1. Select the 3D Traffic Signals insert mode
2. Right-click a 2D signal head (here: SigGrp 4) - ADD NEW 3D TRAFFIC SIGNAL FOR SIGNAL
HEAD
3. Select Directly on new mast
The dialog box 3D Traffic Signal opens
4. Double-click on the signal head in the preview
The 3D Signal Head dialog box opens
5. Select the matching Layout (for SigGrp 4 = 3-lens: Protected right)
6. Select the correct values for SC und SigGrp (SC 1, SigGrp 4) and close. In 2D the signal
head is displayed like that (the blue circle represents the signal head):

7. Use ALT + mouse drag to rotate the signal head

The 3D display of 2D signal heads (block, stop line) is set by


graphics parameter Signal head display mode 3D.

13.1.5 Static 3D models


For better orientation, buildings, trees and city furniture are valuable accessories. The
Vissim installation already includes a number of static 3D models. Furthermore other models
can be directly imported in Vissim using one of the following data formats: 3DS, DWF or
SKP (DWF and SKP only for the 32-Bit edition of Vissim).
1. Select the Static 3D Models insert mode
2. Add static model (here: HEADQUARTERS.V3D)
3. Place model using the mouse:
- Rotate = ALT + Drag
- Move in x/y direction = Drag
- Move in z direction = ALT + Right-drag
- Change size = SHIFT + Right-drag

13.2 Animation Recording


Records vehicle and pedestrian movements based on the Vissim network (or part thereof)
for a replay with faster speed.

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13.2.1 Definition

1. PRESENTATION - ANIMATION RECORDINGS


The Animation Recordings list opens
2. Add new recording:
- End time = 100 s
- Define Filename

Instead of recording the entire Vissim network, it is possible


to record only parts thereof using Sections. For every
animation recording one or more sections may be defined. If
no section is defined, the entire network is recorded.

13.2.2 Recording

1. Activate PRESENTATION - RECORD ANIMATIONS


2. Start the simulation
all active animation recordings are recorded

13.2.3 Replay

1. Right-click the standard toolbar and tick ANIMATION


The animation toolbar appears
2. In the animation toolbar, click CONTINUOUS
The File Open dialog box appears
3. Choose file to replay
The animation starts
4. Control the animation using the buttons of the animation toolbar. Even reverse play is
possible.

13.3 AVI-Video Recording


Best choice for a presentation of vehicle and pedestrian movements independently of a
Vissim installation is an AVI-Video. The video can be played with all standard players (for
example Windows Media Player or VLC) or with Microsoft PowerPoint.

13.3.1 Camera Positions


Camera positions are stored 3D views that can be selected both during edit or simulation
mode in order to show a specific portion of the network. In addition, they are needed for
keyframes.
Camera positions are defined and selected through the network editor toolbar:

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Create new camera position:


1. In 3D mode, navigate to a viewing position that shows the junction Tullastr from the
South-West.
2. Type the name Tullastr in the camera position box and confirm with ENTER.

Exercise 9: Insert camera position PTV Headquarters 3D


View should point westward. Ensure that junction Stumpfstr. is visible also.

13.3.2 Keyframes
Element of a storyboard: Camera positions arranged by simulation start time with a dwell
time and a transition time to the subsequent keyframe.

13.3.3 Storyboards
A Storyboard is a keyframe sequence for recording of an AVI-Video. Important attributes:
Resolution of the video = 1280 x 720 Pixel
Framerate = 25 fps (fps = frames per second). Values below 25 lead to a visible jerking
of the video.
The resulting Real time factor depends on the Framerate and the Simulation resolution
(SIMULATION - PARAMETERS).
1. PRESENTATION - STORYBOARDS
The Storyboards / Keyframes list opens
2. Add new storyboard
3. Add new keyframe to the secondary list:
- Start time = 0.0
- Dwell time = 10.0
- Camera position = Tullastr
4. Add another keyframe:
- Start time = 20.0
- Dwell time = 10.0
- Camera position = PTV Headquarters 3D
5. Show preview: Storyboard shortcut menu PREVIEW WITH AVI SPEED

13.3.4 Compile the Storybook


A major part of creating an AVI-video is the compilation and temporal arrangement of
keyframes. This is the recommended procedure for this task:
1. Define the overall goal of the video (see also section 13.3.6 Hints for Recording AVI-
Video)
2. Define the camera positions (see section 13.3.1)
3. Create the storyboard (see section 13.3.3)
4. Create the keyframes with camera positions in the desired sequence (see section 13.3.3)
5. Run an animation recording for the entire duration of the video (see sections 13.2.1 and
13.2.2)

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6. Fine-tune the start and dwell times of keyframes while running the animation.
Therefore, start the animation run with single step (see section 13.2.3), and then in the
storyboard list start the PREVIEW WITH SIMULATION SPEED.
Make sure that the network editor windows has focus in order to control the animation.
Keyframe times and camera positions can be modified even
during an animation or simulation run. The preview window
is updated in the following time step accordingly.

7. After completion of the storybook, record the AVI-video


Exercise 10: Fine-tuning by adapting the keyframes
Adapt the keyframe timings so that the camera pans with the first two vehicles that drive
from East to West. The vehicles need to be visible at all times.

13.3.5 Recording an AVI-Video

1. Select video compression: EDIT - USER PREFERENCES - Graphics - COMPRESSION.


Recommended codec: x264 (http://x264vfw.sourceforge.net/)
2. Storyboard:
- Type the desired filename (HEADQUARTERS 13.AVI)
- Tick Record AVI
3. Tick PRESENTATION - RECORD AVIS
4. Start the simulation
As soon as the start time of the first keyframe of any of the active storyboards is reached,
the preview window is displayed and the AVI recording starts.

13.3.6 Hints for Recording AVI-Videos


Besides the necessary settings in Vissim, the dramaturgic point of view should not be
neglected in order to produce a convincing video.

Storybook
What is the key message of the video? Work towards it.
What audience is watching that video? Technical/general public? Abstract thinking?
Choose contents and detail level of 3D visualization accordingly.
Less is more: Concentrate on the hot spots
Stay objective, dont manipulate (see also Variation of field of view)
Golden thread: Encourage your audience to follow the presentation:
- point out the relations between the scenes
- provide clear and traceable transitions between different topics

Keyframe Definition
Keep in mind that the video generally runs faster than the simulation
Smooth transitions or cuts?
Variation of field of view. Note:
- Wide angle (fov > 55 degrees): looks spacious - more generous
- Telephoto (fov < 20 degrees): looks focused and condensed - more dramatic
Too many fast camera pans may cause dizziness in the audience

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Training PTV Vissim - Basic course Conclusion and Outlook

Conclusion and Outlook


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Youve now successfully completed the Vissim Basic course.

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Training PTV Vissim - Basic course Appendix A: Data for Vissim Projects

Appendix A: Data for Vissim Projects


As a courtesy, here is a compact overview of typical input data for Vissim projects. You may
use it as a checklist for typical Vissim application data.
Please note that because of the broad field of applications with PTV Vissim, this list cannot
show all the data for all possible applications.

A1 General Data
Simulation time (for example 16:00 to 18:00 hrs)
Warm-up period (depending on the size of the network)

A2 Network Data
When using scanned maps, each map needs to be scaled and have the North direction
clearly marked.
Scanning: An A4 plan scaled to 1:500 should be scanned with 300 dpi, other scales
respectively.
Digital data: The maximum files size depends on the configuration of hardware and
operating system. Please check if the desired file format is supported by Vissim.
Plan showing the entire study area network
Detailed plans for each junction showing lane markings, signal heads and detectors (if
applicable).
Number and width of lanes for all links within study area (if not already included in other
plans)
Plan showing all bus/train stop locations (if not already included in other plans)

A3 Traffic Flow Data


Static Routing: Turning movements for each junction and input flows for each entry link
in Vissim. The input flow data needs to be given as vehicles (not pcu) per hour, even if
intervals less than 60 min are used.
Dynamic Assignment: OD-matrix for study area and locations of zone
connectors/parking lots.
Public transport vehicles must be excluded from the above data as they are to be
defined separately.
Vehicle mix (for example HGV percentage)
Vehicle lengths
Desired speeds (actual speed of a vehicle at free flow) and their upper and lower
boundaries in km/h at all entries of the study area and for all speed changes within the
study area.
If possible, examples for real journey times and saturation flows (for calibration).

A4 Signal Control Data

For every signalized junction


Cycle length
Amber and red-amber times (for example 3 s amber, 2 s red-amber)

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Additionally for each fixed time signal control


Timings for red end and green end for each phase (in Vissim a phase is referred to as
signal group)

Additionally for each vehicle actuated signal control


Stage definitions
Interstage definitions (for example export out of Vissig)
Minimum green and red times
Flow chart of program logic
Other parameters and specifications needed for implementation of logic

A5 Transit (Public Transport) Data

Network information
Routing of each line (bus/train) to be included in the simulation
Length of platforms of stops (if not already included in a plan)
Variation of desired speeds especially within bends

Service information
Timetable or frequency and headway for entire simulation period
Passenger interchange times (median and variation or empirical distribution). There can
be different times for the same stop for different lines and for the same line at different
stops.
Level of service (for example punctuality) of all lines (median and variation or empirical
distribution)
Special requirements (for example waiting for connections)

Vehicle information
Ideally for every additional vehicle type a 3D model should be present (for example from the
Vissim standard vehicle model library). Otherwise the vehicle is drawn as cuboid.
Vehicle length
Maximum acceleration and deceleration
For articulated vehicles for each segment:
- segment length
Position of
- front axle
- rear axle
- front joint
- rear joint
- all doors including their widths
If applicable, location of detector-activating equipment relative to the vehicle front.

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