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traffic signal controller [1 record]

Record 1 2011-08-05

English

Subject field(s)
  • Signalling (Road Transport)
  • Road Traffic
CONT

Loop detectors at intersections identify an approaching bus, and the signal controller either extends a green light or shortens a red light to help the bus get through the intersection without stopping.

OBS

A device.

OBS

traffic signal controller: term recommended by the Terminology Committee and standardized by the Validation Committee of the Sustainable Mobility Glossary.

OBS

traffic signal controller: term proposed by the World Road Association.

Key term(s)
  • traffic-signal controller

French

Domaine(s)
  • Signalisation routière
  • Circulation routière
OBS

Dispositif.

OBS

contrôleur de feux de circulation : terme recommandé par le Comité de terminologie et normalisé par le Comité de validation du Lexique de la mobilité durable.

OBS

contrôleur de feux de circulation : terme proposé par l'Association mondiale de la route.

Spanish

Campo(s) temático(s)
  • Señales (Transporte por carretera)
  • Tránsito vial
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