Multipurpose-Lanes. Middle Lanes of Roads accessible for both motor vehicles and slow moving traffic (VSS1998/195)
Overview
Background & policy context:
The redesign of existing roads in urban areas increasingly included the implementation of multipurpose lanes. However, till now, both adequate assessment criteria and an overview of operational experiences with this new element are missing.
In order to achieve the above mentioned objectives hypotheses regarding the effectiveness an expediency of multipurpose lanes will be formulated an evaluated.
Objectives:
The main objective of this project is the elaboration of criteria for the general assessment of multipurpose lanes. Multipurpose lanes are located in the middle of roads. They are accessible for both motor vehicles and slow moving traffic.
The objective of this study is to propose warrants for the application of multipurpose lanes regarding all traffic flow, road operation and safety. Adequate assessment procedures for the arrangement of multipurpose lanes on main roads in town centrums will be worked out. Furthermore, fundamentals for a future standardisation shall be prepared.
Methodology:
Through the testing of hypotheses and questions, which will be developed as a result of analysis of literature and realised examples, application criteria for the placement of multipurpose strips are worked out.
The examination of the formulated hypotheses and question is carried out as follows:
Priority 1: By evaluating literature and realised examples
Priority 2: Through discussions with experts
Priority 3: Targeted field investigations
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