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What is a 'phase' in the context of traffic signal terminology?
What is a 'phase' in the context of traffic signal terminology?
- Equivalent to the concept of a 'stage' in the UK and USA
- A period of time during which a set of traffic movements receive a green signal (correct)
- A signal group terminology in PTV VISSIM
- A simple clockwork mechanism
What was the first automated system for controlling traffic signals?
What was the first automated system for controlling traffic signals?
- Simple clockwork mechanisms
- Sophisticated computerized control systems
- Developed by Leonard Casciato and Josef Kates (correct)
- Used in Australia and New Zealand
Which control system is used to minimize delay to people using the junction?
Which control system is used to minimize delay to people using the junction?
- Simple clockwork mechanisms
- PTV VISSIM signal group terminology
- Sophisticated computerized control and coordination systems (correct)
- Inventors Leonard Casciato and Josef Kates' system
What is a 'signal group' in the context of traffic signal terminology?
What is a 'signal group' in the context of traffic signal terminology?
When was the first automated system for controlling traffic signals used?
When was the first automated system for controlling traffic signals used?
What was the year when the first automated system for controlling traffic signals was used in Toronto?
What was the year when the first automated system for controlling traffic signals was used in Toronto?
In Australia and New Zealand, what is a 'phase' in the context of traffic signal terminology?
In Australia and New Zealand, what is a 'phase' in the context of traffic signal terminology?
What is the function of sophisticated computerized control and coordination systems for traffic lights?
What is the function of sophisticated computerized control and coordination systems for traffic lights?
What is the equivalent concept of a 'phase' in the UK and USA traffic signal terminology?
What is the equivalent concept of a 'phase' in the UK and USA traffic signal terminology?
What is the terminology used by PTV VISSIM for one electrical output from the traffic signal controller?
What is the terminology used by PTV VISSIM for one electrical output from the traffic signal controller?
