Análise da consistência geométrica do traçado da AL-482

Abstract

A large number of road traffic accidents have been a cause of concern in Brazil, despite their efforts in traffic safety campaigns. Currently, the cost of death benefits in traffic accidents has increased. Studies show that beyond the human factor, the highway's condition and geometry are fundamental influence in the accidents growth. The objective of this study was to analyze the geometry consistency of the AL-482 highway and its influence on the accidents amount involved in this route. For that, an analysis of the users' perception was performed and, a computer simulation that could present concrete data about the characteristics of the route. Then, these data were compared with the ideal parameter of highways formulated by the Brazilian transit executive agencies. It was found that the AL-482's current geometry does not match the ideal parameters of highways and can present life risk to users. In addition, a proposal was made for a new route that could mitigate the risks offered by the highway.