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Modelling the independence factor and its effect on the preferred force of the Social Force Model in emergency and non-emergency situations |
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PP: 53-64 |
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Author(s) |
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Z. Zainuddin,
M. M. A. Shuaib,
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Abstract |
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| Representing the reality of the pedestrian route choice activity in both normal and evac-
uation situations has not been completely done due to some inaccuracies in represent-
ing the functionality of the independence factor that governs the preferred force. In
addition, the limited options available to the pedestrians while they are in emergency
situations are unrealistic. Hence, in this paper, we have introduced a brief demonstra-
tion of the factors that govern the preferred force. Then, we have modified the concept
of the independence factor of pedestrians and subsequently modelled the effects of this
factor on the pedestrian’s decision-making while he is in motion. Lastly, we have intro-
duced more features into the preferred force of the original Social Force Model to give
the pedestrians more options and, in turn, make it appear more representative of what
actually happens in reality. |
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