10.5. System Optimum Assignment (SO)

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is the main goal of the System Optimum Assignment?

   Hint

   Think about what happens when many drivers work together.

2. 2.

   What is Wardrop's second principle?

   Hint

   Link this principle to cooperation among drivers.

3. 3.

   What is the objective of System Optimum Assignment?

   • Minimize total travel time
   • Maximize traffic flow
   • Balance traffic load

   Hint

   Consider what would happen if all drivers worked together.

4. 4.

   Is Wardrop's second principle related to driver cooperation?

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Remember the emphasis on collaborative driving.

5. 5.

   Analyze a fictitious road network where no two paths have the same travel time. How would you apply the concept of System Optimum to recommend routes for peak traffic?

   Hint

   Start with quick calculations of total time if all vehicles used one path.

6. 6.

   Discuss the implications of failing to achieve system optimum in a high-density urban area.

   Hint

   Consider how traffic patterns shift with unmet demand.