Compare the fixed time signals with manually operated signals.
Fixed time signals
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Manually operated signals
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1. These are pre-time signals which are set to repeat regularly a cycle of red, yellow and green lights. |
1. These signals are those in which timings of the phase and cycle are changed according to traffic demand.
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2. Traffic personnel is not required.
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2. Traffic personnel is required.
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3. It is suitable where traffic demand on different routes remain constant throughout the day.
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3. It is suitable where traffic demand on different routes changes during the day.
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4. Initial cost is high.
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4. Less expensive.
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