Essays about: "urban representation"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 130 essays containing the words urban representation.

  1. 1. Activity Location Assignment Comparison Using Geospatial Landuse and Building Data in MATSim : A Multi-modal Transport Case Study of Stockholm

    University essay from KTH/Transportplanering

    Author : YU GAO; [2023]
    Keywords : Agent-based model; MATSim; Raster Data; Shapefile Data; OSM; GTFS;

    Abstract : Transport simulation models play a crucial role in transportation planning, design, and operations, allowing for the replication of various scenarios through the incorporation of real-world data and parameters. Recently, agent-based transport models have gained prominence for their ability to simulate intricate metropolitan transport systems. READ MORE

  3. 2. Nature representation in forest fire management in Jämtland, Sweden

    University essay from SLU/Dept. of Urban and Rural Development

    Author : Swenja Dorn; [2023]
    Keywords : nature; representation; nature representation; forest fire management;

    Abstract : With a globally increasing mean temperature and drier summers in Europe, forest fires are becoming a wider known issue in the forest landscape. Having been part of the boreal forest landscape for millennia, their influence becomes more pronounced due to these changes. READ MORE

  4. 3. Decision framework for maintenance activities in water pipelines: repair or replace? : A literature review and a decision framework proposal

    University essay from KTH/Bro- och stålbyggnad

    Author : Letty Fiorella Mora Chirito; [2023]
    Keywords : ;

    Abstract : The research provides a tool for decision making concerning maintenance activities in water pipelines. The thesis aims to bring attention to the fact that use of modern and faster non-destructive technologies can improve conventional maintenance strategies as long as the results can be interpreted. READ MORE

  5. 4. Perceiving Umeå : Instagram's Lens on Neighborhoods in the City

    University essay from Umeå universitet/Institutionen för geografi

    Author : Rick Fuhler; [2023]
    Keywords : thesis; neighborhood representation; neighborhood; Instagram; topic modelling; sentiment analysis; spatial planning; human geography;

    Abstract : This master thesis in human geography explores how neighborhoods are represented and perceived on the popular social media platform Instagram. By analyzing user-generated content, both visually and textually, this study aims to uncover the predominant themes, characteristics, and subjective perspectives associated with neighborhood representation on Instagram. READ MORE

  6. 5. Managing trees and power relations : analysing power in two tree restoration projects in central Tanzania

    University essay from SLU/Dept. of Urban and Rural Development

    Author : Linus Linse; [2023]
    Keywords : nature restoration; power relations; carbon forestry;

    Abstract : Nature restoration and carbon forestry projects in the Global South are considered central tools for climate change mitigation and adaptation. Proponents claim that projects have the potential to deliver win-win solutions, supporting poverty alleviation and local empowerment in addition to environmental benefits and carbon sequestration. READ MORE