Inclusive infrastructure design to reduce cyclists travel time during pandemic COVID 19

M. Silvera, H. Guerrero, J. Huamanchumo

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Abstract

Lima (as is the case of other parts of Peru) has declared a state of health emergency due to the COVID-19 pandemic. According to scientific reports, infections occur in public transportation. This has forced the government to promote the use of sustainable means of transportation, such as bicycles. This alternative has been widely accepted since, according to the economic newspaper “Gestión, ” the pandemic has increased the demand for bicycles by 282% and for electric scooters by 58% [1]. However, bicyclists feel insecure as a result of poor infrastructure. The most prominent were the lack of connectivity, conflicts between bicyclists, pedestrians and vehicles, and long travel times for bicyclists. Therefore, this article seeks to assess simulations of cycling-inclusive alternatives in the district of Miraflores, carried out using the Vissim software, based on geometric redesigns and accompanied by Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS), such as the use of actuated traffic lights aimed at bicyclists. Finally, all alternatives proposed succeeded in creating an inclusive infrastructure for all types of bicyclists. This was verified through the use of Vissim, with a decrease in average travel time of bicyclists by 24.48%.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication20th LACCEI International Multi-Conference for Engineering, Education Caribbean Conference for Engineering and Technology
Subtitle of host publication"Education, Research and Leadership in Post-Pandemic Engineering: Resilient Inclusive and Sustainable Actions", LACCEI 2022
EditorsMaria M. Larrondo Petrie, Jose Texier, Andrea Pena, Jose Angel Sanchez Viloria
PublisherLatin American and Caribbean Consortium of Engineering Institutions
ISBN (Electronic)9786289520705
DOIs
StatePublished - 2022
Externally publishedYes
Event20th LACCEI International Multi-Conference for Engineering, Education Caribbean Conference for Engineering and Technology, LACCEI 2022 - Boca Raton, United States
Duration: 18 Jul 202222 Jul 2022

Publication series

NameProceedings of the LACCEI international Multi-conference for Engineering, Education and Technology
Volume2022-July
ISSN (Electronic)2414-6390

Conference

Conference20th LACCEI International Multi-Conference for Engineering, Education Caribbean Conference for Engineering and Technology, LACCEI 2022
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CityBoca Raton
Period18/07/2222/07/22

Keywords

  • Cycling
  • Inclusive Transportation
  • Pandemic
  • Social Force
  • Vissim

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