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View article: The use of micromobility riding simulators in road safety research: a systematic review
The use of micromobility riding simulators in road safety research: a systematic review Open
Collecting real-world and field data involves numerous challenges due to ethical, privacy, and safety concerns. Consequently, micromobility riding simulators, such as, bicycle and e-scooters simulators, offer valuable means to assess the s…
View article: Carryover effects of COVID-19 on precautionary behaviours during similar future pandemics
Carryover effects of COVID-19 on precautionary behaviours during similar future pandemics Open
The behaviour of the public during pandemics may be driven by past pandemic experiences. For instance, individuals’ precautionary behaviour during a future pandemic may be influenced by their experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic. The o…
View article: Professional <i>vs.</i> non-professional drivers: unveiling the risky driving behaviours on local road in Qatar
Professional <i>vs.</i> non-professional drivers: unveiling the risky driving behaviours on local road in Qatar Open
Taxis are one of the key travel modes, particularly for tourists as well as locals, placing professional taxi drivers in a key role in ensuring public safety. This study compares the driving behaviour of professional and non-professional o…
View article: Exploring the speeding behavior among young motorcyclists in Lahore using extended theory of planned behavior: insights for road safety improvements
Exploring the speeding behavior among young motorcyclists in Lahore using extended theory of planned behavior: insights for road safety improvements Open
Motorcycles are a popular low-cost personal transport mode. Despite their convenience, motorcycles are significantly more dangerous than other modes of transport, accounting for up to 39% of road fatalities in low-income countries. Speedin…
View article: Examining access to daily functions through the lens of the 15-minute city concept in a highly populated city
Examining access to daily functions through the lens of the 15-minute city concept in a highly populated city Open
The concept of 15-min city has gained popularity during COVID-19 for its proximity-based services accessible by active travel in a neighborhood walk of 15-min. It has potential to enhance urban quality of life, contribute to reduction of a…
View article: Exploring Commuter’s Preferences and Future Intentions to Use Ride‐Sharing: A Case Study From a Developing Country
Exploring Commuter’s Preferences and Future Intentions to Use Ride‐Sharing: A Case Study From a Developing Country Open
This study investigates transportation choices with a specific focus on ride‐sharing practices. The main aim of the study was to understand the current modes of transport, the primary reasons for choosing them, ride‐sharing experiences, an…
View article: Empirical evaluation of change in crash risk due to lane marking reallocation: A case study in Kochi City, Japan
Empirical evaluation of change in crash risk due to lane marking reallocation: A case study in Kochi City, Japan Open
Lane markings are considered an essential component of a road system. As highlighted in previous studies, they are directly linked to efficiency and safety. The rearrangement or reallocation of lane markings can be an economical way to imp…
View article: Signal-Free Corridor Development and Their Impact on Pedestrians: Insights from Expert and Public Surveys
Signal-Free Corridor Development and Their Impact on Pedestrians: Insights from Expert and Public Surveys Open
Increasing vehicular demand has compelled decision makers to turn urban roads into signal-free corridors (SFCs) in Lahore. These corridors aim at prioritizing car flow over other modes and consist of various car-centric projects (CCPs), su…
View article: Lane-based analysis of the saturation flow rate considering traffic composition
Lane-based analysis of the saturation flow rate considering traffic composition Open
Saturation flow rate (SFR) is an essential metric for estimating the capacities of signalized intersections. Many factors, including traffic composition, configuration and geometry of the intersection, and driver behavior, which is typical…
View article: Exploring Microscopic Characteristics of Bicycle Riders’ following Behaviors in a Single-File Movement
Exploring Microscopic Characteristics of Bicycle Riders’ following Behaviors in a Single-File Movement Open
Cycling can bring a wide range of social, economic, and health benefits to individuals and communities. The safety and efficiency of bicycle facilities can be significantly impacted by the interactions among riders. This study aims to exam…
View article: Exploring Crowd Management and Evacuation Strategies using Microscopic Pedestrian Simulation: A Case Study of Souq Waqif
Exploring Crowd Management and Evacuation Strategies using Microscopic Pedestrian Simulation: A Case Study of Souq Waqif Open
Safe egress plans are critical for crowd evacuation at touristic attractions, particularly during special events, as visitors are often unaware of their options. Identification of bottlenecks in the walking spaces are vital for the develop…
View article: Safety Analysis of Merging Vehicles Based on the Speed Difference between on-Ramp and Following Mainstream Vehicles Using NGSIM Data
Safety Analysis of Merging Vehicles Based on the Speed Difference between on-Ramp and Following Mainstream Vehicles Using NGSIM Data Open
Highway merging points are critical elements due to the interactions between merging vehicles and following vehicles on the outermost lane of the highway stream. Such interactions could have significant implications for safety and capacity…
View article: Crowd Evacuation through Crossing Configurations: Effect of Crossing Angles and Walking Speeds on Speed Variation and Evacuation Time
Crowd Evacuation through Crossing Configurations: Effect of Crossing Angles and Walking Speeds on Speed Variation and Evacuation Time Open
The design of safe and efficient pedestrian facilities necessitates the knowledge of complex human movements, such as intersecting pedestrian streams, under different conditions. This study aims to experimentally investigate the impact of …
View article: Investigating a university library building evacuation in Pakistan during a semi‐announced fire drill
Investigating a university library building evacuation in Pakistan during a semi‐announced fire drill Open
Evacuation models represent one of the main tools used to assess building fire safety. Existing evacuation models are based on data from evacuation drills in western and developed countries, while there is a need for data from South Asian …
Pedestrians’ Microscopic Walking Dynamics in Single-File Movement: The Influence of Gender Open
Demographics of individuals could largely influence their behaviors and interactions with surrounding pedestrians. This study investigates the influence of pedestrians’ gender on microscopic walking dynamics of single-file movements using …
View article: Pedestrian flow characteristics through different angled bends: Exploring the spatial variation of velocity
Pedestrian flow characteristics through different angled bends: Exploring the spatial variation of velocity Open
Common geometrical layouts could potentially be bottlenecks, particularly during emergency and high density situations. When pedestrians are interacting with such complex geometrical settings, the congestion effect might not be uniform ove…
View article: Assessment of turn signal use at two-lane roundabouts in Doha city
Assessment of turn signal use at two-lane roundabouts in Doha city Open
Turn signal and lane change indicators can be identified as an effective way for drivers to communicate with each other. Additionally, the use of turn signals has significant safety implications. This study explored the usage of turn signa…
View article: Influence of COVID-19 Mobility-Restricting Policies on Individual Travel Behavior in Malaysia
Influence of COVID-19 Mobility-Restricting Policies on Individual Travel Behavior in Malaysia Open
The COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in new postpandemic travel patterns as a result of the stay-at-home policies and restricted movement orders imposed by the Malaysian government. The purpose of this study was to investigate the changes in…