GridLock: A microscopic traffic simulation platform

We present GridLock, a microscopic traffic simulation platform capable of simulating heterogenous populations with varying driver and vehicle characteristics. Vehicles in this simulation platform are controlled by autonomous agents. These agents control the driving behavior and routing decisions of the vehicle. The microscopic simulation level combined with the focus on agent based control make the simulation platform an excellent testing ground for advanced and complex routing strategies, such as cooperative or distributed routing. This paper outlines the design and technical details of the simulation platform and describes an experiment showcasing the platforms capabilities.

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