scholarly journals Usage and User Characteristics—Insights from MOIA, Europe’s Largest Ridepooling Service

2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (2) ◽  
pp. 958
Author(s):  
Nadine Kostorz ◽  
Eva Fraedrich ◽  
Martin Kagerbauer
Keyword(s):  
Travel Behavior ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Age Groups ◽  
Urban Traffic ◽  
Urban Transport ◽  
Transport Systems ◽  
User Characteristics ◽  
Work Related ◽  
Usage Patterns ◽  
Mobility Solution

New, i.e., shared and digitized, mobility services have been entering urban mobility markets around the globe. Among these new offerings is ridepooling, a mobility solution that bundles requests from passengers with similar routes in real-time and matches them with a vehicle. Ridepooling is quite novel in Germany and knowledge about users, changes in travel behavior, and impacts on the urban traffic system is scarce. To address this gap, we conducted an online survey among users and non-users of MOIA, a German ridepooling provider. Over 12,000 respondents completed the survey. The article presents results on ridepooling users’ characteristics and usage patterns. We found that MOIA users cover all age groups and are multimodal travelers—which leads us to assume that ridepooling enriches mobility portfolios and also serves as an alternative to the private car. MOIA is mostly used occasionally and, in particular, during the evening or the night. A specific focus of the article lies on users with mobility impairments as well as how and by whom ridepooling is used on work-related trips. Both topics are particularly relevant in light of changing travel patterns and transforming urban transport systems towards more sustainability.

Traffic management in cities

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Елена Андреева ◽  
Elena Andreeva ◽  
Кристиан Бёттгер ◽  
Kristian Bettger ◽  
Екатерина Белкова ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Traffic Management ◽  
Engineering Students ◽  
Urban Traffic ◽  
Urban Transport ◽  
Population Increase ◽  
Transport Systems ◽  
Traffic Flows ◽  
Organization And Management ◽  
Wide Range ◽  
Traffic Management System

The monograph is devoted to the consideration of issues relevant to the vast majority of cities-the organization and management of traffic flows to improve the mobility of the population, increase the speed and reduce the cost of transportation of passengers and goods, reduce the burden on the environment, etc. The book provides an overview of existing models, methods and tools for modeling and managing traffic flows in cities. The author identifies the main modern challenges to sustainable development of urban transport systems, which should be taken into account in the development of urban traffic management system. The authors substantiate the need for a systematic approach in the development of traffic management systems in cities and propose a practical tool for its implementation — an integrated digital platform for urban traffic management. Describes the experience of creation and application of an integrated automated control system of traffic management TransInfo and its improved version RITM, for the city of Moscow. In conclusion, the forecast of further development of research and development in the field of modeling and management of transport mobility is given. The book is of interest to a wide range of readers involved in the modeling and management of traffic flows, experts in the field of transport planning, scientists, engineers, economists and mathematicians, as well as graduate students and engineering students.

scholarly journals Smart Home Adoption: The Impact of User Characteristics and Differences in Perception of Benefits

Buildings ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (9) ◽  
pp. 393
Author(s):  
Soojung Chang ◽  
Kyeongsook Nam
Keyword(s):  
Smart Home ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Environmental Control ◽  
Age Groups ◽  
Smart Homes ◽  
User Characteristics ◽  
Factors Affecting ◽  
Home Service ◽  
The Republic ◽  
The Impact

Despite the various benefits offered by smart homes, they have not yet been widely adopted by mainstream users. This study was designed to identify user perceptions in the association between smart home service preference and adoption and to identify factors affecting the adoption and service preferences of smart homes. In order to achieve the goal of the study, an online survey was conducted among 400 potential users in the Republic of Korea. The main findings are as follows: First, there were considerable needs for the services that can support the independent lives of residents, such as safety and convenience services, among all age groups. Second, the study findings suggested that those who preferred environmental control service most were more likely to become relatively active adopters. Third, a significant association between the preference for smart home services and the intention to use was identified. Finally, the study findings suggested that the number of service preferences and adoption was not directly proportional. The findings reported in this study can improve the overall understanding of the process of adopting smart homes, and can provide important insights into user-centered strategies to promote the adoption of smart home services.

scholarly journals Integrated Approach for the Assessment of Strategies for the Decarbonization of Urban Traffic

2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (2) ◽  
pp. 839
Author(s):  
Dietmar Göhlich ◽  
Kai Nagel ◽  
Anne Magdalene Syré ◽  
Alexander Grahle ◽  
Kai Martins-Turner ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Transport System ◽  
Energy Demand ◽  
Urban Traffic ◽  
Urban Transport ◽  
Metropolitan Region ◽  
Transport Systems ◽  
Urban Region ◽  
Moderate Increase ◽  
Technical Feasibility ◽  
System Cost

This paper presents a new methodology to derive and analyze strategies for a fully decarbonized urban transport system which combines conceptual vehicle design, a large-scale agent-based transport simulation, operational cost analysis, and life cycle assessment for a complete urban region. The holistic approach evaluates technical feasibility, system cost, energy demand, transportation time, and sustainability-related impacts of various decarbonization strategies. In contrast to previous work, the consequences of a transformation to fully decarbonized transport system scenarios are quantified across all traffic segments, considering procurement, operation, and disposal. The methodology can be applied to arbitrary regions and transport systems. Here, the metropolitan region of Berlin is chosen as a demonstration case. The first results are shown for a complete conversion of all traffic segments from conventional propulsion technology to battery electric vehicles. The transition of private individual traffic is analyzed regarding technical feasibility, energy demand and environmental impact. Commercial goods, municipal traffic and public transport are analyzed with respect to system cost and environmental impacts. We can show a feasible transition path for all cases with substantially lower greenhouse gas emissions. Based on current technologies and today’s cost structures our simulation shows a moderate increase in total systems cost of 13–18%.

scholarly journals Track gauge monitoring scope optimization on small urban railway systems

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Igor Majstorović ◽  
Maja Ahac ◽  
Stjepan Lakušić
Keyword(s):  
Cross Sections ◽  
Public Transport ◽  
Urban Traffic ◽  
Urban Transport ◽  
Transport Systems ◽  
Gauge Parameter ◽  
Traffic Demand ◽  
Track Geometry ◽  
Railway Systems ◽  
Sampling Distance

Urban transport plays a key role in the sustainable development of large cities. Urban railway systems, as eco-friendly mass transport systems, are becoming the basis of urban traffic development. Maintaining a high-quality service with continuously increasing traffic demand places an additional burden on public transport operators. Track geometry control has a major impact on availability and maintenance costs of public transport. Good management of rail infrastructure involves continuous monitoring of track geometry (track gauge, cant, twist, horizontal and vertical irregularities) where surveying should be done up to several times a year. Measuring of track geometry in chosen track cross-sections can be done automatically with relatively expensive equipment, or manually which is cheaper but takes longer. Therefore, the question arose as to whether it is possible on small urban railway networks to reduce monitoring scope by increasing of sampling distance, and if so, what should be recommended sampling distance. This paper presents, on the example of the City of Osijek tramway system, how changes in sampling distance effects on track gauge parameter. The results of the conducted analyses are presented and discussed. The recommendations on track gauge monitoring scope optimization on small urban networks are made.

scholarly journals Influence of Individual Perceptions on the Decision to Adopt Automated Bus Services

2020 ◽  
Vol 12 (16) ◽  
pp. 6484 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jia Guo ◽  
Yusak Susilo ◽  
Constantinos Antoniou ◽  
Anna Pernestål Brenden
Keyword(s):  
Public Transportation ◽  
Travel Behavior ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Rapid Development ◽  
Transportation Systems ◽  
Transport Systems ◽  
Transportation Mode ◽  
Perceived Safety ◽  
Driving Speed

The rapid development of automated buses holds great potential for the development of transportation systems. As research into innovative forms of automated transportation systems gains momentum, it is important to understand the public’s perceptions of such public transport systems. Previous studies have contributed based on hypothetical scenarios, but not based on real observations. Based on an online survey in Stockholm in March 2019, the current research addresses this gap by investigating the public’s perceptions from a real, fully operational, automated public transportation service operated in a mixed traffic environment on public roads. The respondents were selected along the automated bus line in Barkabystaden, Stockholm. Our findings indicate that (1) The presence of onboard operators has a positive impact on respondents’ perceived safety, (2) People who have not taken automated buses before have a more negative perception of driving speed of the bus service than people who have taken the buses before, (3) Attitudinal factors, such as public perceptions of safety, driving speed, reliability, and convenience, have a significant influence on the acceptance of the new bus system, (4) As an emerging and innovative transportation mode, automated buses are expected to attract a high share of regular public transportation mode users and the younger generations in the future, (5) Social-demographic characteristics such as gender and income had no significant impacts on the adoption of the new technology. The results provide the characteristics of early bus adopters and their travel behavior and help to prioritize possible investments and allow the policymakers and private industries to identify the special needs of users.

scholarly journals Changes in Travel Behavior, Attitudes, and Preferences among E-Scooter Riders and Nonriders: First Look at Results from Pre and Post E-Scooter System Launch Surveys at Virginia Tech

2021 ◽  
pp. 036119812110022
Author(s):  
Ralph Buehler ◽  
Andrea Broaddus ◽  
Ted Sweeney ◽  
Wenwen Zhang ◽  
Elizabeth White ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Undergraduate Students ◽  
Travel Behavior ◽  
Age Groups ◽  
Travel Speed ◽  
Public Perceptions ◽  
Urban Transport ◽  
University Staff ◽  
Transport Service ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Public Transport Service

Shared micromobility such as electric scooters (e-scooters) has the potential to enhance the sustainability of urban transport by displacing car trips, providing more mobility options, and improving access to public transit. Most published studies on e-scooter ridership focus on cities and only capture data at one point in time. This study reports results from two cross-sectional surveys deployed before ( n = 462) and after ( n = 428) the launch of a fleet of shared e-scooters on Virginia Tech’s campus in Blacksburg, VA. This allowed for a pre–post comparison of attitudes and preferences of e-scooter riders and nonusers. E-scooter ridership on campus followed patterns identified in other studies, with a greater share of younger riders, in particular undergraduate students. Stated intention to ride before system launch was greater than actual ridership. The drop-off between prelaunch intention to ride and actual riding was strongest for older age groups, women, and university staff. As in city surveys, the main reasons for riding e-scooters on campus were travel speed and fun of riding. About 30% indicated using e-scooters to ride to parking lots or to access public transport service, indicating their potential as a connector to other modes of transport. Perceptions about convenience, cost, safety, parking, rider behavior, and usefulness of the e-scooter systems were more positive among nonriders after system launch, indicating that pilot projects may improve public perceptions of e-scooters. Building more bike lanes or separate spaces for e-scooters could help move e-scooter riders off sidewalks—a desire expressed by both pedestrians and e-scooter users.

scholarly journals Integrated Approach for the Assessment of Strategies for the Decarbonization of Urban Traffic

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Dietmar Göhlich ◽  
Kai Nagel ◽  
Anne Magdalene Syré ◽  
Alexander Grahle ◽  
Kai Martins-Turner ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Transport System ◽  
Energy Demand ◽  
Urban Traffic ◽  
Urban Transport ◽  
Metropolitan Region ◽  
Transport Systems ◽  
Urban Region ◽  
Moderate Increase ◽  
Technical Feasibility ◽  
System Cost

This paper presents a new methodology to derive and analyze strategies for a fully decarbonized urban transport system which combines conceptual vehicle design, a large-scale agent-based transport simulation, operational cost analysis, and life cycle assessment for a complete urban region. The holistic approach evaluates technical feasibility, system cost, energy demand, transportation time and sustainability-related impacts of various decarbonization strategies. In contrast to previous work, the consequences of a transformation to fully decarbonized transport system scenarios are quantified across all traffic segments, considering procurement, operation and disposal. The methodology can be applied to arbitrary regions and transport systems. Here, the metropolitan region of Berlin is chosen as a demonstration case. First results are shown for a complete conversion of all traffic segments from conventional propulsion technology to battery electric vehicles. The transition of private individual traffic is analyzed regarding technical feasibility, energy demand and environmental impact. Commercial goods, municipal traffic and public transport are analyzed with respect to system cost and environmental impacts. We can show a feasible transition path for all cases with substantially lower greenhouse gas emissions. Based on current technologies and today’s cost structures our simulation shows a moderate increase in total systems cost of 13-18%.

scholarly journals The Impact of Car-Sharing on the Willingness to Postpone a Car Purchase: A Case Study in Hangzhou, China

2019 ◽  
Vol 2019 ◽  
pp. 1-11 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ying Hui ◽  
Yujiao Wang ◽  
Qinlu Sun ◽  
Lei Tang
Keyword(s):  
Discrete Choice ◽  
Choice Model ◽  
Discrete Choice Model ◽  
Urban Transport ◽  
Transport Systems ◽  
Impact Factors ◽  
Car Sharing ◽  
Work Related ◽  
System A ◽  
The Impact

This paper aims to explore the potential of car-sharing in reducing car ownership and what are the impact factors. Based on the data of Hangzhou “Fun Car-sharing” system, a discrete choice model was established to study the willingness to postpone car purchase with participation in car-sharing. Compared with previous studies, this study included the variables involved in the questionnaire and those related to the usage characteristics extracted from rental data and GPS data. The questionnaire data indicate that about 50% of respondents will postpone car purchase by participating in car-sharing. The discrete choice model indicates that car-sharing in China can play a role in delaying car purchase. The results further suggest that respondents who use car-sharing more frequently, travel to work by car, or have an activity anchor in their trip are more likely to postpone car purchase. Moreover, respondents whose most common travel purpose of car-sharing is work-related or car purchase plan is definite are less likely to postpone car purchase after participating in car-sharing. The insights gained in this study can help cities and car-sharing operators to formulate relevant policies and regulation that optimally integrate car-sharing services into the overall urban transport systems.

Departure Time Choice for Recreational Activities by Elderly Nonworkers

2003 ◽  
Vol 1848 (1) ◽  
pp. 86-93 ◽  
Author(s):  
Anna Okola
Keyword(s):  
Rural Areas ◽  
Travel Behavior ◽  
Age Groups ◽  
Transport Systems ◽  
Elderly Persons ◽  
Recreational Activities ◽  
Departure Time ◽  
Departure Time Choice ◽  
Alternative Means ◽  
Personal Transportation

A discrete choice analysis was performed to study the temporal preferences of elderly persons for recreational trips. Departure time choice studies for recreational activities helped in gaining an understanding of flexible travel behavior. Elderly persons form the fastest-growing age groups, and results from the 1995 Nationwide Personal Transportation Survey indicate an increase in travel by elderly persons. This study was the first part in a study of the interaction of age, emerging transport technologies, and activity participation. Modeling departure time choice for elderly persons is critical in understanding the travel needs of an aging population to provide adequate services and enhance efficacy of transport systems and user mobility. The study makes possible an analysis of the impacts on congestion, air quality, and associated mitigation efforts. Results of this study confirm that travel patterns for elderly persons are different from those of the general population; they prefer the earlier part of the day for recreational trips. The implications of increased daytime travel may include the need for additional emergency or incident response units, particularly in rural areas. This study may be used to gauge how to best offer alternative means of transport such that they will be most effective in meeting the demands of nonworkers for nonwork trips.

scholarly journals Smart Cities in Turkey: Approaches, Advances and Applications with Greater Consideration for Future Urban Transport Development

Energies ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 12 (12) ◽  
pp. 2308 ◽  
Author(s):  
Can Bıyık
Keyword(s):  
Urban Areas ◽  
Planning Process ◽  
Smart Cities ◽  
Radical Change ◽  
Urban Transport ◽  
Transport Systems ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Policy Makers ◽  
Comprehensive Survey ◽  
Future Vision

The smart city transport concept is viewed as a future vision aiming to undertake investigations on the urban planning process and to construct policy-pathways for achieving future targets. Therefore, this paper sets out three visions for the year 2035 which bring about a radical change in the level of green transport systems (often called walking, cycling, and public transport) in Turkish urban areas. A participatory visioning technique was structured according to a three-stage technique: (i) Extensive online comprehensive survey, in which potential transport measures were researched for their relevance in promoting smart transport systems in future Turkish urban areas; (ii) semi-structured interviews, where transport strategy suggestions were developed in the context of the possible imaginary urban areas and their associated contextual description of the imaginary urban areas for each vision; (iii) participatory workshops, where an innovative method was developed to explore various creative future choices and alternatives. Overall, this paper indicates that the content of the future smart transport visions was reasonable, but such visions need a considerable degree of consensus and radical approaches for tackling them. The findings offer invaluable insights to researchers inquiring about the smart transport field, and policy-makers considering applying those into practice in their local urban areas.

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