This project is using the core software technology developed by LANL to develop a commercial, next-generation travel forecasting and simulation package. Key products include:
User Support - FHWA sponsored installations of TRANSIMS will continue to be provided with technical support.
TRANSIMS Server - A framework and programming interface for managing data files, configuration keys and running the LANL core technology on a Linux cluster. The server software has been enhanced to run on a single Linux PC as well as a cluster of computers. The server database has been migrated to run on DB2.
Model User Interface - A user interface for managing project data and accessing the TRANSIMS server using common graphical user interface components such as pull down menus and dialog boxes. Windows and Linux versions are available. A demonstration of using the model user interface to access a TRANSIMS server over the internet from multiple locations is complete. Updates to the modeling interface are ongoing and a new version is currently under development.
Network Editor - Using GIS technology from Intergraph and integrated with DB2, this tool is currently available and in use at several locations. Updates of the network editor are in beta testing.
Visualizer - Using 4D technology from Balfour, this tool will support exploration and analysis of large time series data sets using animations and graphical representations. Updates of the visualizer are in beta testing.
Utilities - As needed, tools will be developed and incorporated into the TRANSIMS suite to add new functionality or increase workflow efficiency. Utilities for migrating networks, debugging networks, and validating microsimulation results are currently in use to support deployment in Portland.
This project is currently focused on providing developer support to the Portland case study and White House Area Transportation Study.
To develop a user friendly, commercial version of TRANSIMS
Gardner
Ongoing