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2016 | OriginalPaper | Chapter

Evaluating the Effect of Urban Intersections on Walkability

Authors : Ivan Blečić, Arnaldo Cecchini, Dario Canu, Andrea Cappai, Tanja Congiu, Giovanna Fancello

Published in: Computational Science and Its Applications -- ICCSA 2016

Publisher: Springer International Publishing

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Abstract

This study proposes an analytical and evaluative method of the performances of urban intersections from the perspective of pedestrians. We further present a case study assessment of walkability of crossings and their conduciveness to walk. Implications in integrated urban and transport planning practice are emphasized as the method is suited to support decision makers involved in urban roads management to identify major spatial and operational problems and to prioritize improvement interventions.

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Metadata
Title
Evaluating the Effect of Urban Intersections on Walkability
Authors
Ivan Blečić
Arnaldo Cecchini
Dario Canu
Andrea Cappai
Tanja Congiu
Giovanna Fancello
Copyright Year
2016
Book
Computational Science and Its Applications -- ICCSA 2016

Print ISBN: 978-3-319-42088-2

Electronic ISBN: 978-3-319-42089-9

Copyright Year: 2016

DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-42089-9_10

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