THE DISCOVERED CHALLENGES FACING TRAFFIC ENGINEERS: Flashcards
1
Q
What are the challenges facing traffic engineers?
A
1.Capacity to meet the demands to manage the movement of people & vehicles.
- Highly congested roads and facilities
- Safety and security (of the facilities and people)
- Rejection/acceptance of technological solutions (e.g., Gautrain)
2
Q
Why is it necessary to “traffic control planning”?
A
- To minimise congestion and avoid big detours
- Minimise accidents
- Traffic flow in highways and within the cities