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Presence Of Other People In Urban Parks: Exploring Psychological Effects Using Virtual Reality, Eye Tracking, And Qualitative Methods, Shuai Yuan

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Urban parks are essential public spaces that provide numerous benefits, but the presence of others can significantly influence these benefits. This dissertation explores the complex and context-dependent effects of the presence of other people on urban park experiences by drawing on diverse disciplinary perspectives and employing multiple methodological approaches, including theoretical synthesis, virtual reality, eye tracking, and qualitative methods.

Chapter 2 develops a comprehensive theoretical framework that bridges social psychology, environmental psychology, and practice-based fields. It categorizes the impacts of the presence of others on park users' experiences into perceptual, behavioral, cognitive-emotional, and symbolic domains. Chapter 3 utilizes virtual reality …

A Framework To Unveil Design Decisions In Ecological Urbanism, Addison C. Martin

All Graduate Theses and Dissertations, Fall 2023 to Present

Ecological urbanism offers a framework for landscape architecture to address the challenges posed by dynamic infrastructure projects in the face of changing climates and human impacts. As Nature-based Solutions (NbS) become more prevalent, the role of aesthetics in these solutions becomes increasingly important. However, there has been a lack of systematic approaches to assess the design aesthetics of landscape architecture in practice. This study aims to fill this gap by providing a rapid assessment framework tailored for landscape architecture practitioners. Drawing from the concepts of regenerative design and ecological urbanism, the framework comprises three sections: Ecological Function (EFx), Anthropocentric Function …

(أليات تفعيل المدن الخضراء فى مصر(دراسة حالة المدن الجديدة المصرية, Abdelkhalek Ebrahim Elkady

Journal of Engineering Research

تلعب المدن الجديدة دورًا هاماً في التنمية الاقتصادية والاجتماعية والعمرانية، الا انها تواجه أيضًا مجموعة من التحديات البيئية والاجتماعية والاقتصادية. ويسعى نهج المدن الخضراء إلى تحقيق اهداف التنمية المستدامة من خلال تقليل التأثير البيئي للمدن، وتحسين

جودة حياة السكان، وتعزيز المرونة في مواجهة التحديات المستقبلية. لذا أطلقت الأمم المتحدة برنامج "مدن خضراء" لدعم المدن في جهودها لتصبح أكثر استدامة وخضراء. لذا جاءت الأهمية البحثية الى وضع أليات تفعيل المدن الخضراء في مصر بالتطبيق على المدن الجديدة المصرية، ويتم تناول ذلك من خلال ثلاث محاور رئيسية: المحور الأول دراسة الإطار النظري واليات تفعيل المدن الخضراء، والمحور الثاني أهم التجارب العالمية للمدن …

الإطار المنهجي لتطبيق فكر الأقاليم الذكية كمدخل لتحقيق مبادئ التنمية العمرانية المستدامة في مصر, Ahmed Mohamed El Sayed Abdallah Marzouk Ahmed Marzouk

Journal of Engineering Research

The concept of smart city/region has become increasingly common due to the rapid acceleration of digital transformation in the use of advanced technologies across all sectors. This has had a significant impact on the urban environment of both urban and rural agglomerations. The concept of the smart city has extended to include larger spatial regions as a result of the sectorial relationships and interactions that arise between these agglomerations, forming what is known as Smart Regions.

The importance of studying and analyzing smart regions has increased due to the great opportunity they represent in achieving high rates of development in …

Towards More Inclusive Cities By Promoting Diversity And Inclusion, Asmaa Mostafa Elshamy

Journal of Engineering Research

The primary goal of promoting diversity and inclusion in cities is to ensure that every individual regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status or ability feels valued, respected and included. It goes beyond mere tolerance and seeks to actively embrace and celebrate differences. By fostering inclusive environments, cities can harness the collective power and potential of their diverse populations, leading to enhanced social well-being, economic growth, and innovation. The need to harness the potential of diversity and inclusion to achieve full social, economic, and cultural benefits has become increasingly clear in recent years. This goes beyond just inclusion and …

آليات ومتطلبات تطبيق فكر الزراعة المستدامة المبتكرة، في إطار تحقيق أهداف التنمية المستدامة بالتطبيق على نطاق الدلتا المصرية, Ahmed Mohamed El Sayed Abdallah Marzouk Ahmed Marzouk

Journal of Engineering Research

The agricultural sector faces several challenges that are working to exploit it to solve the issue of the rise in world population, which requires an increase in food production, which leads to increased pressure on constantly depleting resources, as agriculture is a source of employment and foreign exchange, a supplier of raw materials for industry, and has important potential for economic development. On the other hand, the sector’s capabilities are weak compared to other economic sectors, as the sector has not succeeded in ensuring income for farmers, achieving food security, or supporting integrated sectors. The reasons behind this include using …

Spatial Environmental Suitability For The Localization Of Sanitary Waste Landfills In Egypt Using Environmental Information Systems: Applying To Safaga Qism, Wessam Mostafa Emam, Dalia Mahmoud Hassan

Journal of Engineering Research

This research focuses on the application of an environmental information system to help achieve balance and interrelation between the various environmental standards affecting the selection of the site to the sanitary landfill in the touristic Safaga qism of the Red Sea. According to the sustainable development strategy of Egypt’s Vision 2030, the issue of solid waste is one of the most important environmental challenge that faced sustainable development in Egypt. In light of the increasing number of unauthorized dumps of waste that pollute the environment, the Ministry of Environment adopted a national project to establish a network of sanitary landfills, …

A Comparative Study Of Local And Global Construction Materials Sourcing Strategies For Road Projects In Nigeria, Araoye Olarinkoye Ajiboye, Micaiah Zhitsu Silas, Chinedu Chimdi Adindu, Elijah Aina Alhassan, Stephen Sunday Kolo

CSID Journal of Infrastructure Development

This study is a comparative analysis of local and global sourcing strategies to determine the impact of strategic material sourcing on road construction project performance. The study aimed to evaluate the effects of material-sourcing strategies on the performance of road construction companies in Nigeria. A mixed-methods approach was used, incorporating both qualitative and quantitative research. Data collection involved sampling techniques using structured questionnaires and oral interviews. Regression analysis evaluated the relationship between strategic material sourcing and road construction performance. The results revealed that 87.5% of the materials used by road construction companies in the study areas were sourced from the …

Development Of Jetty Structure Design Procedures At The Schematic Design Stage With The Implementation Of Computational Design And Building Information Modelling To Improve Design Time Performance, Aidil Fitriansyah, Yusuf Latief

CSID Journal of Infrastructure Development

The construction sector faces persistent productivity challenges, significantly hindering the efficiency of design workflows. Computational Design (CD) and Building Information Modeling (BIM) offer potential solutions. CD enables the exploration of parametric design alternatives, while BIM enhances collaboration, visualization, and decision-making through comprehensive 3D models. This study aimed to investigate the processes and activities involved in the structural design of jetties during the schematic design phase using CD and BIM and to assess the impact of these activities on design time performance. A comprehensive analysis of secondary data was carried out, interviews were conducted with design experts, and quantitative analysis using …

Advancing Construction Practices: Innovations, Efficiency, And Safety In The Digital Era, Mohammed Ali Berawi, Perdana Miraj, Mustika Sari

CSID Journal of Infrastructure Development

In the ever-changing landscape of the construction industry, digital tools and procedures are a cornerstone of architectural and engineering practices. Building Information Modeling (BIM) and other computational design methodologies transform how projects are imagined, planned, and executed. These tools improve design precision while allowing real-time collaboration across different teams. As a result, adopting digital approaches is no longer an option but rather a requirement for remaining competitive in the construction industry. These innovative approaches provide an in-depth understanding of project complexities, drive design optimization, and contribute to resource management efficiency.

Construction efficiency has also improved due to lean manufacturing processes …

The Most Influential Factors On The Risk Cost Estimation Process Of Implementing Bim 5d In Quantity Take-Off For Green Retrofitting Of High-Rise Buildings, Febrianti Silviana Dewi, Yusuf Latief, Bernadette Detty Kussumardianadewi

CSID Journal of Infrastructure Development

Green retrofitting aims to guide buildings toward sustainable practices, reducing carbon emissions associated with building operations and construction. This study explores the application of Building Information Modeling (BIM) 5D Quantity Take-Off (QTO) to existing high-rise buildings, focusing on components that enhance the performance of environmentally friendly structures and project management. This research identifies the factors influencing the cost estimation process and examines the risks across various phases, activities, outputs, and utilization of BIM 5D in cost estimation. The study highlights the most influential factors in implementing green retrofitting for high-rise buildings using structured interviews, questionnaires, and expert validation. The analysis …

Strategies For Resilient Build Back In The Post-Flood Era: An Ahp-Dematel Technique, Muhammad Tahir, Mohd Fadzil Bin Mohd Idris

CSID Journal of Infrastructure Development

Pakistan suffered from devastating floods in 2022, causing extensive infrastructural, economic, social, and other damages. Effective risk management was notably absent in the country. Therefore, this paper identifies critical factors influencing the build-back-better (BBB) framework and resilience building. The evaluation of various strategies for risk reduction in infrastructure during floods, ensuring its resilience, is also addressed. This study employs Multi-Criteria Decision Making (MCDM) techniques, specifically the Analytic Hierarchy Process (AHP) and the Decision-Making Trial and Evaluation Laboratory (DEMATEL), to assess critical factors in BBB in the context of devastating floods. The AHP analysis effectively ranked the identified factors based on …

Retracted: Empowerment Of Increasing Economic Resilience Post Covid-19 Janjang Wulung Village Community Through Creative Economic Village Planning, Alvian Wardhana, Muhammad Ramayuda, Faza Farhan Muhammad, Acyuta Putri Nariswari, Salsa Dwi Cahya, Garin Ardi Wicaksono, Dani Rizky Dianafi, Muhammad Ivan

CSID Journal of Infrastructure Development

This article has been retracted at the request of the authors.

Reason:

1. Conflict of interest for using an open database under the assignment of “Studio Desa” on the odd semester 2020/2021 at Perencanaan Wilayah dan Kota, Universitas Brawijaya

2. The plaintiff's consideration comes from another researcher under the assignment of “Studio Desa” related to the reconstruction of Journal results and development

3. Avoid bigger conflicts, especially those related to all parties, including authors, Plaintiff parties, institutions, and all parties involved

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Comparison Of The Accuracy Of Contour Data In Photogrammetric And Terrestrial Surveys, Hendra Saputra, Roma Rizki, Marhadi Sastra

CSID Journal of Infrastructure Development

Understanding and accurately representing the Earth's surface is crucial in various scientific and practical fields. Over the past decades, measurement technology has seen remarkable advancements, offering an array of methods for recording and analyzing Earth's surface with increasing precision and efficiency. Two primary approaches have risen to the forefront of this field: the Digital Terrain Model (DTM) and terrestrial measurements using a Total Station. Although both technologies offer unique advantages and constraints, a comprehensive direct comparison between these two methods often remains an underexplored area. The Digital Elevation Model (DEM) represents the height of the ground surface resulting from acquisition …

Critical Success Factors In Pump Production To Increase Lean Manufacturing Project Performance, I Bayu Dwianditya, Leni Sagita Riantini, Yusuf Latief

CSID Journal of Infrastructure Development

Floods represent a significant global disaster, occurring more frequently and causing severe damage. The effective production of pumps is crucial in supporting flood infrastructure projects. Lean Manufacturing (LM) and Project Management (PM) approaches must be incorporated to improve pump production manufacturing. Therefore, this study aims to identify the critical success factors that enhance LM performance in pump production projects for flood management through surveys conducted among pump manufacturers, governmental bodies, and relevant stakeholders engaged in flood infrastructure projects. The study's results highlight the importance of understanding and analyzing project complexity, aligning pump design with project requirements, and mastering processes and …

Analyzing The Effect Of The Construction Safety Audit Model Using The Business Process Model And Notation (Bpmn) Method On Improving Communication And Collaboration Between Stakeholders., Muhammad Ghazali, Danang Budi Nugroho, Yusuf Latief

CSID Journal of Infrastructure Development

The significant increase in infrastructure development is directly proportional to the rising accident rate in the construction sector, making it one of the highest-risk sectors for accidents. This phenomenon indicates that existing construction safety audits have not been effective in preventing accidents, largely because audits are generally conducted only at the construction stage. Audits at the design stage, however, have the potential to impact accident prevention significantly. Therefore, this research aims to develop a construction safety audit model using the Business Process Model and Notation (BPMN) and analyzes the impacts on stakeholder communication and collaboration. BPMN was chosen because it …

Investigating The Relationship Among The Construction Safety Plan, Knowledge Management, Audit Process, Information System, Web, And Bim With Construction Safety Performance, Zafira Alysha Fadli, Yusuf Latief, Danang Budi Nugroho

CSID Journal of Infrastructure Development

The rapid growth of high-rise building construction in Indonesia has led to a significant increase in accidents, necessitating a robust audit process for construction safety. This research investigates the relationship between construction safety plans (CSPs), audit processes, knowledge management (KM), information systems, the web, and BIM on construction safety performance, aiming to develop a BIM-based KM audit process. To analyze the significance level of various indicators for each variable considerable importance, a mixed-methods approach was employed, combining qualitative insights from expert interviews with quantitative analysis using Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) via SmartPLS. The findings in the study reveal that the …

Analysis Of Traffic Performance And Passenger Car Equivalent Value In Tangerang – Merak Toll Road Section, Jonathan Sidabutar, Sutanto Soehodho, Nahry Nahry

Smart City

Economic growth involves massive movement of logistics, where goods transported by land become the main choice by supplier. One of them being the main access for connecting Java and Sumatera is the Tangerang – Merak toll road. An increase in traffic volume occurs every year, followed by additional problems such as congestion which obviously affects traffic performance. Given this reason, it is necessary to evaluate traffic performance through parameter assessments, which are the degree of saturation and travel speed.

This research was carried out on the Tangerang - Merak toll road section KM 32,300 to KM 35,500 towards Jakarta for …

Impact Of Auxiliary Markings On Intersection Safety, Mhd Tommy Franata, Martha Leni Siregar, Andyka Kusuma

Smart City

The rapid growth of motorcycle vehicles coupled with inadequate traffic discipline contributes to an escalating rate of traffic accidents and casualties. This study investigates the efficacy of auxiliary road markings in enhancing traffic safety and intersection performance along Lieutenant Sutopo Street, Promoter Street, and Boulevard BSD East in South Tangerang, Indonesia. Employing the Traffic Conflict Technique (TCT), the research evaluates safety enhancements and service level alterations subsequent to the installation of road markings. Preliminary observations highlight significant safety concerns and traffic conflicts at the intersection. Consequently, auxiliary road markings are strategically installed to regulate driver behavior, enhance lane discipline, and …

Assessing Smart Nation Singapore As An International Model For Ai Responsibility, Philip L. Frana

International Journal on Responsibility

While AI and other smart technologies greatly contribute to material aspects of well-being, there are concerns that they threaten quality of life in Singapore. Smart technologies and digital governance have freed up labor for activities where human empathy and understanding are unique and indispensable, but also threaten to undermine human dignity and accountability. This paper undertakes a comprehensive assessment of Singapore as an international model for AI responsibility from the perspective of the history and philosophy of technological governance. It examines the evolution of regulatory frameworks, ethical considerations, and key legal documents and social initiatives shaping the nation’s approach to …

Wasted Space: Using Parking Lots & Vacant Land To Improve Neighborhood Completeness, Ryan Martyn

Hatfield Graduate Journal of Public Affairs

This study conducts a spatial analysis of Portland, Oregon, focusing on leveraging underutilized areas like parking lots and vacant land—termed "wasted space"—to improve the city's completeness. Central to this investigation is the concept of a "complete neighborhood," characterized by access to daily necessities within convenient active transportation trip. This comprehensive idea encompasses walkability, equitable access to services, and sustainability.

This paper aims to redefine the concept of a complete neighborhood with precision and delve into its implications. The research looks at five regional, town, and neighborhood centers as defined by the city of Portland. These centers act as pivotal hubs …

Which Tools Can Aid The Management Of Intangible Cultural Heritage In Community Based Heritage Organizations In Cairo? A Case Study Of Shubra’S Archive, Mienke Zwemstra

Theses and Dissertations

This thesis provides a comprehensive overview of cultural heritage management in Cairo, focusing particularly on intangible heritage and the potential benefits of digital tools in this field. It highlights the marginalization of community-based organizations in the broader narrative of heritage management in Cairo, along with the limited alignment and collaboration between local, national and international heritage institutions. Drawing from ethnographic research conducted at the Shubra’s Archive (SARD), this study identifies the challenges faced by such organizations, including the reliance on volunteers and international funding for mission implementation. It emphasizes the importance of strategic planning and collaboration with municipal and national …

Language And Power: A Critical Discourse Analysis Of Egypt’S Housing Narratives, Maram Gamal

Theses and Dissertations

The issue of housing in Egypt is an evolving historical phenomenon intricately tied to the Egyptian identity, and deeply embedded in the social and political fabric. Common language shapes actual realities and it forms an integral part of the cultural parameters. This research is a critical discourse analysis (CDA) of the housing narrative across four consecutive ruling regimes with distinct political orientations. It deploys a two-stage CDA approach. The first stage involves ideological codification of the narrative to chronologically organize them into their ideological orientations and categories. The second stage historicizes data via a dual approach, namely integrating Norman Fairclough's …

Evaluating The Basement Design Of Low-Rise Building With Two-Stage Analysis Using Bim Integration: Hangar Study Case, Given Tohho, Jessica Sjah, Ayomi Dita Rarasati, Bambang Trigunarsyah

Smart City

Building Information Modelling (BIM) has revolutionized the way the construction industry designs, constructs, and manages buildings. Certainly, the utilization of BIM can optimize the usage of materials in a construction project, considering the high level of concrete consumption globally and its significant environmental impact. The implementation of BIM is intended to calculate the volume of concrete and steel material usage in the design process of low-rise buildings with basements, exemplified in this case by a 5-story laboratory hangar with a 1-story basement. The building design is carried out through a two-stage analysis, which involves separating the upper portion from the …

Study Of Factors Influencing Traffic Violations In Jakarta: Perspective Of The Theory Of Planned Behavior (Tpb) In The Implementation Of Electronic Traffic Law Enforcement (Etle), Khobat Dewa Ruci, Sutanto Soehodho, R. Jachrizal Sumabrata

Smart City

Transportation safety in Indonesia reflects its culture and modernity, but the high rate of traffic accidents indicates significant challenges. Data from IRSMS and Polda Metro Jaya reveal an increase in accidents and traffic violations, reinforcing the need for effective law enforcement. The implementation of ETLE, supported by Law No. 22 of 2009 on Road Traffic and Transportation and Law No. 19 of 2016 on Electronic Information and Transactions, is a strategic effort to improve law enforcement. However, its effectiveness in Jakarta context still requires in-depth evaluation. This thesis focuses on the psychological factors in the use of ETLE using the …

Cost Modeling Of Provision C.3 Green Stormwater Infrastructure Requirements For Residential Development In Concord, California, James H. Mizutani

Community and Regional Planning Program: Professional Projects

To assist the city of Concord in achieving its housing goals as presented in its general plan, while still meeting the stormwater discharge requirements laid out in the city’s municipal discharge permit, I worked with local developers and consultants to create a spreadsheet modeling tool that allows housing developers to estimate the total cost of green stormwater infrastructure needed to comply with local regulations.

This report contains a summary of the conditions leading to the necessity of this tool, the steps the tool takes that go beyond existing models, a description of how the model operates, instructions on how to …

Connected Palo Alto: Proposed Cycle Track For Enhanced Connectivity Between The San Antonio Corridor And Greater Palo Alto, Ca, Scott C. Richards

City and Regional Planning

The City of Palo Alto is located within Santa Clara County, in the heart of Silicon Valley. Palo Alto borders the city of Mountain View, the city of Los Altos, and the campus of Stanford University. Palo Alto is considered to be one of the most bike-able cities in California and is a Gold-Level Bicycle Friendly City which was designated by the League of American Bicyclists (https://www.cityofpaloalto.org/Departments/Transportation/Bicycling-Walking#:~:text=The%20City%20of%20Palo%20Alto,the%20League%20of%20American%20Bicyclists.). One program that Palo Alto is leading the charge on is theSafe Routes to School program, a local community partnership between the City of Palo Alto, Palo Alto Unified School District (PAUSD), and …

Coastal Collective: A Cannery Row Concept Plan, Margo Ezcurra

City and Regional Planning

This concept plan proposes preliminary design and implementation measures to redevelop an area which holds potential to serve as an activated southern entrance to Cannery Row. This project provides an analysis of the existing conditions and subsequently offers a strategy to transform this site into the Coastal Collective, a community-oriented mixed-use development that showcases the area’s history, natural environment, and local residents and businesses. This strategy consists of preliminary design ideas supported by implementation goals, policies, and programs that establish a framework for future redevelopment of this significant, historic waterfront area.

America, Dreaming., Sarah Meftah

Masters Theses

There is a version

of America

that exists

only in dreams,

a kind of folklore,

shrouded in images,

technicolor interiors,

wrapped in plastic,

ghosts of recent past

to haunt and guide;

a constant reminder.

Wishful thinking

a constructed imaginary,

one I can hold in my hand.

Popular culture and spectacle, America and the domestic ideal, capitalism and the collective unconscious of a national identity. As an artist, I am interested in the myriad images that manifest for a viewer when they think of the spectacle of American pop culture, its domestic archetypes, and the material worship it revolves around. My …

The Runis: How Can Social Remidation And Environmental Remeidation Be Linked Throguh Architecture?, Tayu Ting

Masters Theses

This thesis delves into the integration of social and environmental remediation through innovative architectural strategies, focusing on the adaptive reuse of an abandoned copper smelter plant in New Taipei City, Taiwan. The project confronts the site’s industrial legacy by deploying contemporary programs that cultivate a productive, sustainable, and community-oriented environment. A pivotal aspect of the redevelopment is a phytoremediation system utilizing wetlands to purify toxic metal-contaminated water, thus restoring ecological integrity and providing clean water to the community.

At the heart of this transformation is the artistic integration of glassmaking, where flowers and plants that have absorbed metals through phytoremediation …