Simulation Study on the Influence of the Traffic Conditions on Vehicle Performance and Emission
J. Environ. Nanotechnol., Volume 13, No 2 (July 2024) pp. 88-97
Abstract
This study investigates how traffic conditions influence vehicle performance and atmospheric emissions through simulation, with emphasis on environmental pollution assessment. A road network at Ghatkesar junction, Telangana, India, was selected. The Simulation of Urban Mobility (SUMO) and IPG CarMaker platforms were integrated to represent high- and low-traffic conditions. Emissions of CO2, CO, HC, PMx and NOx were evaluated together with vehicle speed, travel time and selected performance parameters. The simulations demonstrate that traffic density substantially affects emission characteristics and vehicle operation, providing an approach for environmental assessment without extensive field monitoring. The study also examines the potential of simulation-based analysis for identifying traffic conditions associated with increased pollutant release and inefficient vehicle operation. This approach can support environmentally informed traffic management and emission-control strategies, particularly in urban areas experiencing increasing vehicle density. The work further presents a preliminary basis for Functional Mock-up Interface (FMI) integration, enabling dynamic interaction between simulation platforms for comprehensive environmental and vehicle-performance studies.
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