Modeling urban traffic noise with stochastic and deterministic traffic models

Abstract

This paper presents the development and evaluation of a stochastic dynamic traffic noise prediction model based on noise curves for vehicle classes and their speed. The model was tested on urban two-lane roads in the city of Bogotá and was established on the basis of the fit of single L i, 17sec noise functions for different types of vehicles. The model showed a slightly better fit than was found in four deterministic models that are highly internationally recognized. Additionally, a deterministic model was derived con-textualized to the city of Bogotá. The approach used is promising for further investigations of urban traffic noise given the traffic conditions in these systems. © 2012 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.