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  1. 1. “Experiencing what you cannot read” : Planners’ encounters with embodied knowledge about feelings of safety in public space

    University essay from Stockholms universitet/Kulturgeografiska institutionen

    Author : Anna Lundberg; [2023]
    Keywords : Embodied knowledge; multisensory methods; feelings of safety; public space; urban planning; planning methods.;

    Abstract : In the pursuit of planning for inclusive public space, this thesis addresses feelings of unsafety as a hindering aspect of equal access. The aim of this thesis is to explore the role of embodied knowledge within urban planning for understanding feelings of safety in public space. READ MORE

  3. 2. Sink or Swim: Sea Level Rise Adaptation in Venice, Italy : A case of citizen non-participation

    University essay from KTH/Hållbar utveckling, miljövetenskap och teknik

    Author : Jesper Karlsson; [2023]
    Keywords : civic capacity; climate change; Gioia methodology; MOSE; project development; public involvement;

    Abstract : Due to global warming, sea levels will irreversibly continue to rise around the world throughout this century. Therefore, coastal urban communities will need to adapt to new environmental challenges, such as more frequent and intense flood events. READ MORE

  4. 3. Exploring the Factors Driving Household Food Waste

    University essay from Karlstads universitet/Handelshögskolan (from 2013)

    Author : Khawari Vincent; Nashat Fadi; [2023]
    Keywords : Household food waste; prevention; awareness; consumer behavior;

    Abstract : Food waste is a global concern with significant environmental, economic, and social implications. Despite efforts to address the issue, household-level food waste remains substantial, contributing to food insecurity and environmental degradation. READ MORE

  5. 4. Designing and Implementing a Human-Machine Interface in Safe Plug and Produce Systems

    University essay from Högskolan Väst/Institutionen för ingenjörsvetenskap

    Author : Nivin Vijayan; [2023]
    Keywords : Plug-and-Produce; Safety; HMI; Simulation;

    Abstract : This thesis introduces a Human-Machine Interface (HMI) developed to enhance safety and efficiency in Configurable Multiagent Systems (CMAS) operating in Plug-and-Produce robot cells. The HMI addresses challenges related to flexible CMAS configurations, specifically addressing collision detection difficulties. READ MORE

  6. 5. The CPTED principles in physical planning in Vivalla : An analysis of how safety and security can be improved through the design of urban environments in a particularly vulnerable area in Sweden

    University essay from KTH/Skolan för arkitektur och samhällsbyggnad (ABE)

    Author : Massara Sameer; Mathilda Brolin; [2023]
    Keywords : Broken Window; CPTED; Crime; Safety; Security; Situational Crime Prevention; Social sustainability; Rutin activity; Vivalla; Broken Window; Brott; CPTED; Rutinaktivitetsteorin; Situationell brottsprevention; Social hållbarhet; Säkerhet; Trygghet; Vivalla;

    Abstract : This study aims to investigate how physical planning can prevent crime and increase safety in an urban environment, with the theoretical starting point in Crime prevention through environmental design, CPTED, and the Vivalla area. Vivalla is located in Örebro and was chosen because it is a particularly vulnerable area. READ MORE