Evacuation Science

#EvacPaperAlert: A novel extended social force model for studying the impact of the heterogeneity of pedestrian physical fitness on emergency #evacuation efficiency Just published on #PhysicaA 🔗 Link: https://lnkd.in/gUD7_Zhh 🚨 New research reveals surprising insights about crowd evacuation! 🚨 Did you know that a small percentage of pedestrians with lower physical fitness can actually improve evacuation efficiency in crowded situations? 🤔  This groundbreaking study, using a novel Physical Fitness Heterogeneity based Social Force Model (PFH-SFM), found that weak pedestrians can reduce evacuation time by up to 20% in high-density crowds! 🤯 However, a high percentage of weak pedestrians can have the opposite effect, hindering evacuation.  The research also highlights the importance of: - Normalized desired starting and ending velocity ratios for optimal evacuation.  - Effective evacuation plans that consider the diverse physical capabilities of individuals. 💡 Stay Connected: Don't miss out on any updates! Follow us on #X for more insights and exclusive content: https://lnkd.in/guNVuUfN #evacuation #crowddynamics #safety #ُSFM

#EvacPaperAlert: The impact of staircase slope on upward #evacuation efficiency Just published on #SafetyScience 🔗 Link: https://lnkd.in/geMRDeRF 🔥 Stair Slope & Evacuation Efficiency: What We Learned 🔥 New research sheds light on how stair slope impacts evacuation speed in underground spaces! 🏢 Key findings:  - The relationship between stair slope and evacuation speed is generally linear. 📈  - Speed decreases more significantly between 23° and 29° compared to 29° and 33°.  - Between 23° and 29°, males experience a more pronounced speed decrease than females.  - Between 29° and 33°, the slope has a greater impact on female evacuation speed.  - 23° stairs offer the lowest fatigue level for heights between 0m and 30m. 💡 Stay Connected: Don't miss out on any updates! Follow us on #X for more insights and exclusive content: https://lnkd.in/guNVuUfN #EvacuationEfficiency #StaircaseDesign #SafetyScience #UrbanPlanning #PedestrianBehavior #EmergencyPreparedness #HumanFactors #UndergroundSpaces #FatigueManagement #GenderDifferences #OptimalDesign

#EvacPaperAlert: Grasping Emergency Dynamics: A Review of Group #evacuation Techniques and Strategies in Major Emergencies Just published on #JournalofSafetyScienceandResilience 🔗 Link: https://lnkd.in/gYN-YG8h 🚨 New research highlights the importance of tailored #evacuation_strategies for different types of disasters! 🚨 A recent bibliometric analysis of over 7,000 publications revealed three key phases in disaster evacuation research: initial, growth, and expansion.  💡 The study emphasizes the need to: - Understand the unique characteristics of each disaster: Floods, earthquakes, and fires all require different approaches. - Model and simulate evacuation behaviors: Researchers are increasingly using complex models like cellular automata and agent-based models to better predict how people will react in emergencies. - Develop specific evacuation strategies: One-size-fits-all solutions won't work. We need tailored strategies for each type of disaster. 💡 Stay Connected: Don't miss out on any updates! Follow us on #X for more insights and exclusive content: https://lnkd.in/guNVuUfN #DisasterManagement #EvacuationPlanning #SimulationModels #EmergencyResponse”

Our Special Issue on #EvacuationModelling is now #Open! Please check this link for more insights on the scope: https://lnkd.in/gVrxykYJ We are looking forward to receiving new exciting papers 🙂🙂🙂 Southwest Jiaotong University Massey University Shenzhen University

We are pleased to inform you that we extended the deadline of the Special Issue which builds upon the seminal works of Dr. Rita Fahy. For more info please use this link: https://lnkd.in/gh28yAxP or contact the guest editors: Dr Enrico Ronchi, Dr Erica Kuligowski, Dr Silvia Arias or Dr Ruggiero (Rino) Lovreglio

Our Special Issue on #EvacuationModelling is now #Open! Please check this link for more insights on the scope: https://lnkd.in/gVrxykYJ We are looking forward to receiving new exciting papers 🙂🙂🙂

#EvacPaperAlert: An Agent-Based Approach to Simulating #evacuation in Elderly Care Facilities with Disabled Older Adults Just published on #InternationalJournalofDisasterRiskReduction 🔗 Link: https://lnkd.in/g5Rqkgra 💡Improving Evacuation Strategies for Elderly Care Facilities A recent study highlights the challenges of conducting evacuation drills in elderly care facilities, particularly for disabled older adults. To address this, researchers developed an agent-based simulation approach to model evacuation scenarios, taking into account the unique characteristics and behaviors of nursing staff and older adults with varying levels of disability. The study's key findings include: ✨ A more effective evacuation strategy, where nursing staff prioritize assisting disabled older adults under their care before helping others. ✨ The importance of spatial layout in evacuation efficiency and safety, with the "opposite-side center concentration pattern" of disabled rooms emerging as the most effective. These insights can inform decision-makers in optimizing evacuation strategies and spatial layouts, ultimately enhancing the safety and efficiency of elderly care facilities. 💡 Stay Connected: Don't miss out on any updates! Follow us on #X for more insights and exclusive content: https://lnkd.in/guNVuUfN #EvacuationPlanning #ElderlyCare #SafetyFirst #UrbanDesign

#EvacPaperAlert: Experimental study on non-adaptive behavior crowd #evacuation in auditorium Just published on #PhysicaA 🔗 Link: https://lnkd.in/gq_hJ8X6 🚨💡Understanding Crowd Behavior in Emergency Situations In emergency situations, crowds can exhibit non-adaptive behaviors that hinder evacuation efforts. A recent study investigated the impact of reentry behavior, companion behavior, and herd behavior on crowd evacuation results. The study found that these behaviors are unfavorable for crowd evacuation, leading to increased evacuation time, reduced evacuation speed, and poor exit decision-making. The study's findings have significant implications for emergency preparedness and response planning. By understanding how crowds behave in emergency situations, we can develop more effective strategies to ensure public safety. 💡 Stay Connected: Don't miss out on any updates! Follow us on #X for more insights and exclusive content: https://lnkd.in/guNVuUfN #CrowdBehavior #EmergencyPreparedness #CrowdSafety #EvacuationResearch #PublicSafety

#EvacPaperAlert: Influence of Longitudinal Ventilation Speed on #evacuation Behavior Characteristics Under a Moving Subway Train with Fire Just published on #FireTechnology 🔗 Link: https://lnkd.in/gG365VGX This paper investigates the impact of longitudinal ventilation speed on smoke spread and evacuation behavior during a fire on a moving subway train. Key Findings: 🔥 Impact of Longitudinal Ventilation: Increasing ventilation speed reduces smoke temperature and improves evacuation efficiency, especially downstream of the fire source. 👥 Evacuation Behavior: Elderly and minors are significantly affected by smoke, leading to longer evacuation times compared to males and females. 📊 Prediction Models: Developed models predict the relationship between ventilation speed, smoke temperature, and evacuation time, aiding in better safety planning. 🔍 Practical Implications: Findings can guide the design of tunnel ventilation systems to enhance safety during subway fire incidents. 💡 Stay Connected: Don't miss out on any updates! Follow us on #X for more insights and exclusive content: https://lnkd.in/guNVuUfN #SubwaySafety #FireEvacuation #UrbanPlanning #SafetyEngineering #AIResearch #PedestrianBehavior

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