Journal of Civil Engineering and Materials Application

Analysis and Comparison of Traffic Calming Methods, Traffic Calming Strategies and Tools

Volume 9, Issue 1
Winter 2025
Pages 13-23

Document Type : Original Article

Author

Department of civil engineering, Science and Research Branch, Islamic Azad University, Tehran, Iran.

Abstract
Traffic calming programs, as the name suggests, are attempts to reduce vehicle speeds and reduce traffic volume. Therefore, there are several goals that are usually specified for programs. These include: Slow traffic speeds; Reduce interrupted traffic; Increase pedestrian, cyclist, and vehicle safety and reduce traffic noise pollution; improve the beautification of the residential area and generally promote traffic safety and environmental goals. Although the accuracy of the results is often controversial. However, the results are usually good. With the access to electronic information in today's society, public policy for better analysis and evaluation of traffic calming is envisioned in this article. In this study, various calming methods and tools were examined around the world and how they are used, the disadvantages and advantages of each are explained. After traffic calming, the speed is reduced by eight percent. Compared to the eight percent reduction, the speed was reduced by only 3 km/h. However, reducing the speed from 37.5 km/h to 34.5 km/h on a street with a speed limit of 45 km/h cannot be considered a constructive method considering the costs incurred.

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  • Receive Date 05 December 2024
  • Revise Date 23 January 2025
  • Accept Date 26 February 2025