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  • Autonomous Systems Safety
  • Intelligent Transportation Systems

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  • Skewed intersections present unique safety challenges for traffic flow.
  • Increasing deployment of autonomous taxis (ATs) necessitates understanding their impact on intersection safety.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To optimize the deployment of autonomous taxis (ATs) for enhanced safety at skewed intersections.
  • To identify optimal AT penetration rates and control strategies for safety improvement.

Main Methods:

  • Utilized a simulation-based approach with VISSIM and the Surrogate Safety Assessment Model (SSAM).
  • Analyzed safety metrics like Time-to-Collision (TTC) and Post-Encroachment Time (PET).
  • Examined conflict patterns (crossing, lane-change, rear-end) under different AT control strategies.

Main Results:

  • An optimal AT penetration rate of 0.5-0.7 was identified; higher rates may decrease safety.
  • Connectivity among ATs did not show a linear correlation with safety improvements.
  • The 'Normal' control strategy demonstrated a direct link between AT penetration and TTC, indicating potential safety declines.

Conclusions:

  • Tailored traffic management strategies are crucial for ATs at skewed intersections.
  • Deployment policies should consider nuanced approaches to automation levels and penetration rates for safety.
  • Further research is needed to inform traffic management and policy frameworks for safe and efficient AT integration.