Validation of an extended discrete first-order model with variable speed limits

This paper validates the prediction model embedded in a model predictive controller (MPC) of variable speed limits (VSLs). The MPC controller was designed based on an extended discrete first-order model with a triangular fundamental diagram. In our previous work, the extended discrete first-order model was designed to reproduce the capacity drop and the propagation of jam waves, and it was validated with reasonable accuracy without the presence of VSLs. As VSLs influence traffic dynamics, the dynamics including VSLs needs to be validated, before it can be applied as a prediction model in MPC. For conceptual illustrations, we use two synthetic examples to show how the model reproduces the key mechanisms of VSLs that are applied by existing VSL control approaches. Furthermore, the model is calibrated by use of real traffic data from Dutch freeway A12, where the field test of a speed limit control algorithm (SPECIALIST) was conducted. In the calibration, the original model is extended by using a quadrangular fundamental diagram which keeps the linear feature of the model and represents traffic states at the under-critical branch more accurately. The resulting model is validated using various traffic data sets. The accuracy of the model is compared with a second-order traffic flow model. The performance of two models is comparable: both models reproduce accurate results matching with real data. Flow errors of the calibration and validation are around 10%. The extended discrete first-order model-based MPC controller has been demonstrated to resolve freeway jam waves efficiently by synthetic cases. It has a higher computation speed comparing to the second-order model-based MPC.     

A methodology for evaluating the performance of model-based traffic prediction systems

Model-based traffic prediction systems (mbTPS) are a central component of the decision support and ICM (integrated corridor management) systems currently used in several large urban traffic management centers. These models are intended to generate real-time predictions of the system’s response to candidate operational interventions. They must therefore be kept calibrated and trustworthy. The methodologies currently available for tracking the validity of a mbTPS have been adapted from approaches originally designed for off-line operational planning models. These approaches are insensitive to the complexity of the network and to the amount and quality of the data available. They also require significant human intervention and are therefore not suitable for real-time monitoring. This paper outlines a set of criteria for designing tests that are appropriate for the mbTPS task. It also proposes a test that meets the criteria. The test compares the predictions of the mbTPS in question to those of a model-less alternative. A t-test is used to determine whether the predictions of the mbTPS are superior to those of the model-less predictor. The approach is applied to two different systems using data from the I-210 freeway in Southern California.     

Plate scanning tools to obtain travel times in traffic networks

The management of vehicle travel times has been shown to be fundamental to traffic network analysis. To collect travel time measurement, some methods focus solely on isolated links or highway segments, and where two measurement points, at the beginning and at the end of a section, are deemed sufficient to evaluate users' travel time. However, in many cases, transport studies involve networks in which the problem is more complex. This article takes advantage of the plate scanning technique to propose an algorithm that minimizes the required number of registering devices and their location in order to identify vehicles candidates to compute the travel times of a given set of routes (or subroutes). The merits of the proposed method are explained using simple examples and are illustrated by its application to the real network of Ciudad Real.     

基于双轴位置转台的捷联惯导系统级标定技术

本文研究一种基于双轴位置转台的激光陀螺捷联惯导系统的系统级标定方法。建立了附加约束条件的陀螺和加速度计标定模型,从捷联惯导系统的误差方程出发,建立30维Kalman滤波标定模型,以速度和位置作为观测量,并设计双轴位置旋转路径,对惯性仪表标定参数进行激励与辨识。仿真实验结果表明,该方法能够准确估计出陀螺和加速度计的15个标定误差参数,具有一定的参考价值。     

采油工艺管柱自动导向器

设计了一种新型采油工艺管柱导向器,通过应用该导向器,在作业中实现管柱铰接,可有效解决由套管套变引起的封隔器损坏、失效现象,起到保护封隔器胶筒的作用.并可解决大斜度井、定向井工艺管柱偏磨与导向问题,减少对管柱接箍的损坏及对套管的刮磨破坏,提高其使用寿命.可广泛应用于油水井增产增注工艺管柱上.     

140 km/h大吨位集装箱平车的制动系统

介绍了最高运行速度可达140 km/h的"快速"大吨位集装箱平车制动试验的过程和结果,提出了改进这种远景平车制动系统的建议.     

CA-3型自动车钩装置钩尾销的疲劳寿命

介绍了俄罗斯4家工厂生产的CA-3型自动车钩钩尾销的试验台试验结果,并指出为提高运行安全性,有必要采用钩尾销疲劳特性的规范要求.     

基于改进LSTM-NN的安全性自动驾驶换道轨迹规划模型

为改善现有的自动驾驶换道轨迹规划模型产生的换道轨迹与真实的换道轨迹存在较大偏差的问题,提出了一种改进LSTM-NN的安全敏感性深度学习模型,该模型可以缓解当前自动驾驶轨迹规划存在的不足,输出轨迹既保证了较高的精度又提高了安全性。CarSim仿真软件模拟了本模型产生轨迹的可跟踪性,结果显示轨迹非常平滑,并且自动驾驶车辆可以高效、安全地完成换道。     

典型航线船舶排放清单及排放特征研究

文章分析了我国典型航线典型船舶排放特征,以船舶自动识别系统数据为基础,收集整理所选研究船舶排放参数,结合船舶实际航行资料,采用动力法估算了秦皇岛港—广州港航线某散货船一个航行周期的排放清单,并分析了靠港、停泊、港内机动、巡航4个船舶状态下的排放特征,绘制了2 km×2 km分辨率的空间排放特征图。结果表明,该典型航线上典型散货船舶一个航行周期排放的SOx、NOx、PM10、PM2.5总量分别为18.88吨、30.87吨、1.85吨和1.69吨。排放源分析表明从在船舶的主机、辅机和锅炉3种排放源中,主机是主要排放源。航行状态上巡航工况排放量最大;船舶排放污染物的空间分析表明,船舶在进出港口区域是污染物排放最密集的区域。     

VTS自动语音播报系统运行效果分析

论文结合上海海事局吴淞VTS在安全信息服务方面的探索和尝试,通过对新近推出的自动语音播报系统的研究分析,探讨通过信息化手段提升管理和服务质量的有效途径。