John Parkin John.Parkin@uwe.ac.uk
Professor in Transport Engineering
Network planning and infrastructure design
Parkin, John; Koorey, Glen
Authors
Glen Koorey
Contributors
John Parkin John.Parkin@uwe.ac.uk
Editor
Abstract
© 2012 by Emerald Group Publishing Limited All rights of reproduction in any form reserved. Purpose – This chapter reviews planning and design approaches for cycle traffic in order to direct future thinking towards the critical aspects of network design that will have a beneficial impact on the utility and nature of the environment for cycling. Approach – This chapter provides a critique of the approach of adopting a so-called hierarchy of solutions frequently adopted in western countries with low levels of cycling use. Findings – The guiding principle for designing routes for cycle traffic is that the bicycle is a vehicle capable of speed and, as a consequence, links and junctions need to be designed according to appropriate geometric design standards. In addition, owing to the nature of the cycle and rider combination, the oft repeated Dutch characteristics for good design for cycle traffic of coherence, directness, attractiveness, safety and comfort remain firm. Practical implications – The practical implications of the outcomes from the chapter are a method of approach for planning infrastructure for cycle traffic which starts with an analysis of demand and works through to the creation of suitable networks for cycle traffic which are grounded in, and extended from, suitably regulated existing highway networks. Social implications – An extensive transport system suitable in nature for cycle traffic will attract a wide base of users and consequently allow for the benefits of cycling to be captured. Value of chapter – The value of the chapter rests in its emphasis on the need to treat cycling as a distinct transport mode and, consequentially, planning and engineering needs to be undertaken in a way conducive to providing the basic necessary infrastructure for such a distinct mode.
Citation
Parkin, J., & Koorey, G. (2012). Network planning and infrastructure design. In J. Parkin (Ed.), Cycling and Sustainability (131-160). Bingley: Emerald Books. https://doi.org/10.1108/S2044-9941%282012%290000001008
Publication Date | Jan 1, 2012 |
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Deposit Date | Jul 22, 2013 |
Publicly Available Date | Sep 19, 2016 |
Journal | Transport and Sustainability |
Electronic ISSN | 2044-995X |
Peer Reviewed | Peer Reviewed |
Volume | 1 |
Pages | 131-160 |
Series Title | Transport and Sustainability |
Series Number | 1 |
Book Title | Cycling and Sustainability |
ISBN | 9781780522982 |
DOI | https://doi.org/10.1108/S2044-9941%282012%290000001008 |
Keywords | cycling, cycling infrastructure, traffic engineering, traffic management, risk, spatial planning, demand modelling |
Public URL | https://uwe-repository.worktribe.com/output/946363 |
Publisher URL | http://books.emeraldinsight.com/display.asp?K=9781780522982 |
Contract Date | Sep 19, 2016 |
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