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Analysis of Evacuation Strategies for a 4-Star Hotel Using Simulation

Authors : Hugo Costa, André Ferreira, L. P. Ferreira, Elga Costa, P. Ávila, A. L. Ramos

Published in: Flexible Automation and Intelligent Manufacturing: Establishing Bridges for More Sustainable Manufacturing Systems

Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland

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The chapter focuses on the analysis and enhancement of evacuation processes in a 4-star hotel located in Porto, Portugal, using PathFinder simulation software. It aims to identify the shortest total evacuation time and potential bottlenecks. The study reviews existing literature on evacuation processes and presents practical work, including the hotel layout, simulation study, validation of the evacuation support system, and analysis of different evacuation strategies. The results indicate that the best scenario involves using all available exits and elevators, leading to a significant reduction in evacuation time. The chapter concludes with recommendations for future research, including the impact of occupant movement speed and the presence of individuals with reduced mobility on evacuation processes.

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Title: Analysis of Evacuation Strategies for a 4-Star Hotel Using Simulation
Authors: Hugo Costa
André Ferreira
L. P. Ferreira
Elga Costa
P. Ávila
A. L. Ramos
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland
Book: Flexible Automation and Intelligent Manufacturing: Establishing Bridges for More Sustainable Manufacturing Systems
Print ISBN: 978-3-031-38164-5

Electronic ISBN: 978-3-031-38165-2

Copyright Year: 2024
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-38165-2_138