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Description
Slender canopy walkways, often hailed as marvels of engineering, have become a ubiquitous feature in parks, tourist destinations, and even urban environments. These elegant structures elevate pedestrians, offering breathtaking views and a unique perspective on the surrounding landscape. However, their inherent design - lightweight and often with a significant sway - presents a challenge: pedestrian synchronization. The rhythmic bouncing or swaying caused by multiple walkers can become amplified, leading to discomfort, a sense of insecurity, and even safety concerns. This phenomenon has been a lingering issue, often dubbed the "missing piece in the puzzle" of slender canopy walkway design. Understanding Pedestrian Synchronization: The synchronized swaying of pedestrians on slender walkways is a complex interplay of biomechanics, structural dynamics, and crowd behavior. As humans walk, we naturally exert a rhythmic force on the ground. On a rigid surface, this force is inconsequential. However, on a flexible structure like a slender walkway, these rhythmic forces can resonate with the natural frequency of the walkway, causing it to sway in sync with the walking pattern. This synchronized sway can be amplified by multiple walkers with similar gait patterns, leading to larger and more uncomfortable movements.
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Contenu
- Nombre de pages :
- 110
- Langue:
- Anglais
Caractéristiques
- EAN:
- 9783384239716
- Date de parution :
- 27-05-24
- Format:
- Livre broché
- Format numérique:
- Trade paperback (VS)
- Dimensions :
- 152 mm x 229 mm
- Poids :
- 172 g
