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Transportation Modeling, University of Surrey

The University of Surrey¡¯s Research Park sits in a high traffic area of Guildford, Surrey. When the Highways Authority raised concerns that the nearby roundabout was contributing to A3 corridor congestion, the University contracted our team to conduct a modeling review for a proposed scheme to signalize the roundabout.

After conducting the modeling review and engaging in consultation with key stakeholders, we identified that a more effective approach would be to entirely replace the roundabout with a signalized crossroad junction that operated under microprocessor optimized vehicle actuation?(MOVA) traffic responsive control. Our team oversaw the work to completion, including the engineering and traffic signal designs and specifications. A key aspect of this is the queue detection on the approach to the A3 which triggers special signal timings when there is a risk of blocking back.

The plan, part of what the?Guildford Borough Council?(GBC) called the ¡°sustainable movement corridor,¡± now provides easier and more accessible routes for public transportation, cyclists, and pedestrians around a busy area in Guildford.