Análisis de niveles de servicio mediante la aplicación del método HCM: estudio de caso Megamaxi Cuenca

Abstract

The study "Analysis of Service Levels Using the HCM Method: Case Study Megamaxi Cuenca" focuses on evaluating the impact of the Megamaxi Wayra shopping center on the traffic dynamics in Av. 24 de Mayo and its surroundings in Cuenca, Ecuador. Using manual and automatic vehicle counts, changes in traffic flow and service levels were analyzed before and after the opening of the shopping center. The methodology employed included calculating the Annual Average Daily Traffic (AADT), creating origin-destination matrices, and using the SUMO simulation software to model different traffic scenarios. Additionally, the traffic light phases and intersection geometry were evaluated. The study identified the operational conditions of the roads and highlighted the importance of adequate traffic planning and management in urbanized areas. This analysis provides a basis for future road interventions and offers valuable tools for urban planners and traffic authorities, facilitating informed decision-making to improve mobility and reduce congestion in the area surrounding the Megamaxi Wayra shopping center.