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From the look of the article the google maps solution is using lagged traffic flow data as a basis of directing waves of traffic. I think in practice, if this h
by dmboyd 15y ago
From the look of the article the google maps solution is using lagged traffic flow data as a basis of directing waves of traffic. I think in practice, if this had a large uptake rate, by directing cars to areas with low traffic rates, you would inadvertantly cause traffic jams even though you send "waves" to other areas in a subsequent time period.
I like the idea of a traffic utopia where cars are directed around in the most efficient way, However i think that this can only realistically work with open information sharing, (not competition) between the major players i.e. Garmin, tomtom etc to increase take up rates.
- joeyespo 15y ago> From the look of the article the google maps solution is using lagged traffic flow data as a basis of directing waves of traffic. I wonder if they have plans to use the destination address as another basis as this gets more traction. As the number of users grow this can help estimate where traffic will be after time passes. Google can then become that central authority of ultimately routing cars in selfless directions for maximum efficiency. It would alleviate traffic simply by showing red on the other routes, discouraging them. This red is then the predicted heavy traffic. Or rather: follow the red path and you will cause traffic.
- losvedir 15y agoAs the number of users grow this can help estimate where traffic will be after time passes. Fascinating, thanks for this insight. It reminds me somewhat of how Google can predict flu outbreaks better than the CDC based on users' queries.
- clistctrl 15y agoThis is a wonderful thought... but at the same time all I can think is "Gee I hope google holds true to their motto"