Analysis of the problems related to traffic and road infrastructure in the area of the Timisoara student complex

Madalina Ileana  Zot; Ovidiu-Octavian  Maran; Mihaela Popa; Francisc  Popescu; Luisa Izabel   Dungan

doi:10.5937/ror2401057Z

Authors

Madalina Ileana Zot University Politehnica Timisoara, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, Timisoara, Romania Author https://orcid.org/0009-0005-7620-3159
Ovidiu-Octavian Maran University Politehnica Timisoara, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, Timisoara, Romania Author
Mihaela Popa University Politehnica Timisoara, Faculty of Engineering Hunedoara, Hunedoara, Romania Author https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1435-645X
Francisc Popescu University Politehnica Timisoara, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, Timisoara, Romania Author https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7736-0758
Luisa Izabel Dungan University Politehnica Timisoara, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, Timisoara, Romania Author

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.5937/ror2401057Z

Keywords:

road traffic, road infrastructure, traffic monitoring, traffic congestion

Abstract

A common problem in many cities is the continual growth in the number of personal vehicles, which creates numerous challenges and impacts on the environment, the local economy and, most importantly, on the communities and individuals who live and work in these areas. This increase in traffic brings to the forefront issues such as road congestion, air pollution, longer journey times and damage to existing road infrastructure. The aim of this paper is to investigate and analyze the impact of the increase in the number of personal vehicles on traffic and road infrastructure in the student complex of Timisoara. By studying this problem, possible solutions and measures were identified to effectively address these challenges and improve the quality of life of the residents in the area.

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