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Description
MOVA is engineered to address various traffic scenarios, spanning from minimal vehicle flows to heavily congested junctions. Primarily, it functions in a mode that minimizes delays prior to the onset of congestion; however, when any approach becomes excessively crowded, the system transitions to a mode focused on maximizing capacity. Furthermore, MOVA is versatile enough to manage a diverse array of junction types, ranging from straightforward ‘shuttle-working’ configurations to complex, multi-phase, multi-lane intersections. It is particularly beneficial at locations facing capacity challenges under Vehicle Actuated (VA) control, especially where congestion affects one or more approaches. Additionally, it facilitates the incorporation of pedestrian amenities or safer staging structures by providing the required additional capacity. Nearly all traffic signal authorities utilize MOVA, making it a standard requirement for new signal installations and significant upgrades on trunk roads. As a result, its adoption has become crucial in improving traffic management across various urban environments.
Description
SCOOT operates as an advanced proactive system that modifies traffic signal settings in real-time to accommodate vehicles approaching intersections. In contrast, alternative systems rely on data from departing traffic, which results in timing changes that are often implemented too late to achieve optimal effectiveness. At the core of SCOOT lies an online traffic simulation model that evaluates a variety of potential timing adjustments in real-time, selecting the most efficient option. Other systems typically make modifications based on set parameter thresholds, such as traffic volumes or the number of arrivals on green, which restricts them to a single potential adjustment without prior effectiveness testing. SCOOT, on the other hand, consistently optimizes cycle length, splits, and offsets with each cycle by executing small, controlled modifications. Many alternative systems opt for larger adjustments on a much longer schedule, sometimes up to every 10 minutes, and some do not even optimize cycle length at all. Consequently, these other systems are significantly less adept at responding to the rapidly fluctuating conditions of traffic. This responsiveness makes SCOOT particularly advantageous in urban environments with dynamic traffic patterns.
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Deployment
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iPhone App
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Windows
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Deployment
Web-Based
On-Premises
iPhone App
iPad App
Android App
Windows
Mac
Linux
Chromebook
Customer Support
Business Hours
Live Rep (24/7)
Online Support
Customer Support
Business Hours
Live Rep (24/7)
Online Support
Types of Training
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Live Training (Online)
In Person
Types of Training
Training Docs
Webinars
Live Training (Online)
In Person
Vendor Details
Company Name
TRL Software
Founded
1933
Country
United Kingdom
Website
trlsoftware.com/products/traffic-control/mova/
Vendor Details
Company Name
Siemens
Founded
1989
Country
Germany
Website
www.mobility.siemens.com/us/en/portfolio/road/traffic-management/scoot-adaptive-traffic-control.html