Abstract
a contribution to solve mobility problems in Bogota, Colombia, this research applied computerized modeling techniques to study how to improve public transportation by implementation of an intended LRT system along the important Carrera 7 avenue, in consideration of its particular limiting conditions. Using specialized software, firstly, TransModeler simulated traffic flow conditions in the Carrera 7 sector between 34 and 53 streets, intersections included, to determine possible interferences of the light train operation; secondly, a particular train station concept, with elevated waiting platform, was conceptually designed and modelled in render format, adapted to the narrowest street section and minimum parallel traffic interferences. The Carrera 7 s main problems are a deficient public transportation service, and high traffic congestion and contamination, in limited physical space conditions, with failure on implementing the conventional TransMilenio, a BRT system. The study results showed a possible light train operation even in limiting space conditions and no need of private property acquisitions containing highly valued buildings, but with traffic interferences at intersections. Computerized modeling usefulness was realized, with recommendation to continue studies to solve train interference to normal vehicle traffic at intersections.
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Published on 01/01/2016
Volume 2016, 2016
DOI: 10.18687/laccei2016.1.1.353
Licence: CC BY-NC-SA license
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