MONTE-CARLO SIMULATION OF STOCHASTIC FLOW

The general approach of Monte-Carlo simulation of stochastic flows is applied to some aspects of road traffic modelling. Recent growth in ro ad traffic has led to increasing levels of congestion, pollution and a ccidents. One of the proposed solutions is the implementation of Advan ced Transport Telematics (ATT) in the areas of traffic control, driver information and vehicle guidance. An important part of ATT is modelli ng and simulation of complex traffic phenomena. This paper presents an overview of some aspects of road traffic modelling and describes the development of a particular application of the Monte-Carlo simulation approach at the Hirst Division of GEC-Marconi Materials Technology Ltd . This is designed to provide an understanding of the connection betwe en the driver's behaviour and the phenomena leading to congestion and traffic breakdown.