A physical effort-based model for pedestrian movement in topographic urban environments

Eliyahu Greenberg, Asya Natapov, Dafna Fisher Gewirtzman

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Abstract

This paper presents a topography-sensitive cognitive model for analysis and prediction of pedestrian movement in urban settings. Topography affects visibility and therefore the spatial awareness of pedestrians. It also accentuates the role of physical effort during travel and route selection. The existing models fall short in their reference to these issues. A thorough description of the proposed model is followed by a validation - the model was tested against two existing models in three case studies in Haifa and Jerusalem, Israel. The proposed model outperformed the others in the steeper parts of the case studies. Future model development is discussed.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)86-107
Number of pages22
JournalJournal of Urban Design
Volume25
Issue number1
DOIs
StatePublished - 2 Jan 2020

All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes

  • Geography, Planning and Development
  • Arts and Humanities (miscellaneous)
  • Urban Studies

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