Nagendra Dhakar is an expert in travel demand modeling with deep experience leading and contributing to activity-based modeling efforts across the United States. His work includes the development, calibration, and validation of models using platforms such as DaySim, CT-RAMP, and ActivitySim. He supports transportation agencies in building robust modeling systems that inform long-range planning and policy decisions.
At RSG, Nagendra has managed and supported projects for clients including the San Diego Association of Governments, Sacramento Area Council of Governments, Shasta Regional Transportation Authority, and the Tennessee Department of Transportation. His project work includes enhancing model systems to reflect emerging technologies, improving multimodal capabilities, and addressing future mobility needs. He is also skilled in developing tools for model automation and integrating survey, geospatial, and statistical analyses.
Nagendra has published research in leading transportation journals and presented at national conferences on topics such as toll sensitivity, reliability, and route choice modeling.
Education
- PhD, Civil Engineering, University of Florida
- MS, Civil Engineering, University of Florida
- B.Tech., Civil Engineering, Indian Institute of Tech, Mumbai, India
