Linear traffic flow represents the movement of vehicles along a single, uninterrupted path, typically found in urban streets or highways. In this context, the flow can be characterized by various parameters such as speed, density, and traffic volume.

Key Parameters of Linear Traffic Flow:

  • Speed: The average rate at which vehicles travel along the road.
  • Density: The number of vehicles occupying a given stretch of the road.
  • Traffic Volume: The total number of vehicles passing a point in a given period of time.

Typical Traffic Flow Characteristics:

Traffic flow is often described by a relationship between speed and density, where higher density can lead to lower speeds, resulting in congestion.

To better understand linear traffic dynamics, consider the following example of a basic traffic flow model:

Parameter Unit
Speed km/h
Density vehicles/km
Traffic Volume vehicles/hour