The TNO project Intelligent Traffic Systems (ITS) is aiming at the development of an instrument for the assessment of the impacts of modern telematic technologies in traffic. By means of computer simulation, the consequences for safety, exhaust-gas emission, noise emission, and traffic performance will be weighed in an integrated manner. This instrument should ultimately be suitable for a wide range of Dynamic Traffic Management (DTM) applications. The general framework envisages a structure with both a microscopic and a macroscopic simulation model. Both models are linked in such a matter that processes can be modelled on a individual driver and vehicle level, but also that an efficient assessment can be provided on a network level. In the project reported in the present document, the MICroscopic model for Simulation if Intelligent Cruise control 1.1.(MIXIC 1.1.) was built. The driver, vehicle and AICC model have been integrated into MIXIC 1.1. Further, MIXIC 1.1 was equipped with a method for measuring shockwaves. MIXIC 1.1 was calibrated with respect to traffic performance and safety for Dutch motorway conditions. In situations where a detailed calibration was not possible, the MIXIC 1.1. results were found to be credible. The report gives several possibilities for future work.
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