EBK INTRODUCTION TO SUSTAINABLE CIVIL E
EBK INTRODUCTION TO SUSTAINABLE CIVIL E
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ISBN: 9780134037318
Author: Neumann
Publisher: YUZU
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Explain the reason for classifying the freeway with a ramp metering system as a system with a feedback.

Sketch a flowchart similar to that of Figure 1.11 and label the lines and boxes with terms applicable to access the control of a freeway.

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Ramp metering system:

  1. 1. The ramp metering system is used to regulate the volume of traffic that enters the freeways, depending upon the current traffic conditions.
  2. 2. The usage of this system reduces the traffic congestion and improves the safety of the driver.
  3. 3. The ramp metering system has two signals namely red and green signals.

The classification of this system as a system with a feedback relies on the fact that the system has significant input and output with a positive consequence (feedback) over the environment.

For example, the output of the ramp metering system are less traffic congestion, reduced pollution, and increased driver safety. These outputs show that the feedback is positive and also the system is most suited to the environment.

Sketch the flowchart for the ramp metering system as shown in Figure 1.

EBK INTRODUCTION TO SUSTAINABLE CIVIL E, Chapter 1, Problem 2EDDS

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