Traffic Light Control Systems

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In Australia and New Zealand, what is a 'phase' equivalent to in the UK and USA?

Signal group

Stage (correct)

Clockwork mechanism

Filter phase

What was the first automated system for controlling traffic signals called?

Automated Signal System

Leonard and Josef's Invention

Casciato and Kates system (correct)

Toronto Traffic Control

What is a 'signal group' equivalent to in the UK and USA?

Filter phase

Automated system

Phase (correct)

Traffic movement

What does a green phase indicate for traffic on traffic signal aspects?

Right of way through the junction Signup and view all the answers

In the UK, what does a filter phase allow?

Non-conflicting traffic to make particular turns Signup and view all the answers

According to the 2015 definition by military scientists, what does command and control (C2) employ to achieve the goals of an organization or enterprise?

Human, physical, and information resources Signup and view all the answers

How is command and control (C2) defined in a military organization according to the United States Army Field Manual 3-0 circulated circa 1999?

The exercise of authority and direction by a properly designated commanding officer over assigned and attached forces Signup and view all the answers

According to the 1988 NATO definition, what is command and control (C2)?

The exercise of authority and direction by a properly designated individual over assigned resources in the accomplishment of a common goal Signup and view all the answers

What does the Australian Defence Force definition emphasize about command and control (C2)?

The system empowering designated personnel to exercise lawful authority and direction over assigned forces for the accomplishment of missions and tasks Signup and view all the answers