Our methodology for traffic surveys

As TPS, we conduct numerous survey and data collection campaigns: we carry out parking surveys using different methodologies; public transport usage surveys with boarding-alighting counts and interviews; vehicle counts on current sections and single turning maneuvers; cycle-pedestrian counts or specific vehicle counts.

For parking surveys, we have developed an app, which we discussed in another article, and we have collected testimonies from some of our interviewers here. Regarding vehicle counts, we rely on two different instruments: the SISAS Techtronic Compact 1000jr Doppler radar technology and the Miovision Scout automatic image decoding video survey system.

The Portable Techtronic Compact-1000 JR Radar is an innovative radar tool for conducting temporary campaigns to monitor and classify vehicular traffic. The core of the system consists of a very small Doppler radar sensor capable of detecting vehicles traveling on multiple lanes in both directions and identifying their length and speed, as well as the date and time of passage. MIOVISION Scout is a tool used to conduct campaigns to monitor and classify vehicular traffic. The system identifies the vehicle or pedestrian within the captured scene, classifies the subjects, and tracks their movement. It is possible to monitor road sections up to four lanes and allows the survey of turning maneuvers at roundabouts with up to 5 arms. The accuracy rate offered by this technology is over 95%.

Both instruments allow survey campaigns to be conducted without occupying the road section. Their compact size and the ability to position them roadside on any existing support (road signs, lighting, etc.) make them easy to install without creating any obstruction to traffic or endangering the safety of traffic monitoring personnel.

Thanks to this equipment, we can carry out vehicle counts, obtaining cumulative hourly flows, the characteristics of each section, turning maneuvers at crucial intersections, peak traffic points and times, both on cordons and other significant sections. These surveys are essential for PUMS, sector plans such as Biciplan, local public transport plans, logistics plans, PGTU, PUT, and traffic studies related to the construction of shopping centers, exhibition centers, and other major attractors.