Estudio de tránsito y propuesta de mejoramiento para la intersección vial urbana de las avenidas “Miguel Carrión, Pedro Vicente Maldonado y Puente Lauro Guerrero”, del Distrito Metropolitano de Quito, provincia de Pichincha

Abstract

This project aims to analyse and propose improvements in traffic management and the optimisation of road infrastructure in the study area, in order to solve congestion problems and improve road safety. In the first chapter, the background and the problems that justify the study are exposed, as well as the general and specific objectives that guide the research. In the theoretical framework, fundamental concepts such as road capacity, sustainable mobility, road safety, accessibility, and traffic management are reviewed, with special emphasis on the analysis of intersections and points of conflict. The methodology used for data collection includes a detailed analysis of vehicular flow and traffic variability,based on field studies and the use of specialized software such as SYNCHRO 8 for the modeling and simulation of intersections. Based on the information obtained, proposals for alternatives are developed, such as the implementation of exclusive roads,the optimisation of traffic light cycles and the improvement of road signage, all aimed at reducing congestion and improving traffic flow. In addition, an economic financial analysis is carried out to evaluate the viability of the proposals, considering the costs of execution and the expected benefits.