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Bicycle user characteristics : a case study in Tianjin city, China

AuthorLiu, Dacheng
Call NumberAIT Thesis no.HS-89-22
Subject(s)Bicycle commuting--China--Tianjin

NoteA thesis submitted in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the award of the degree of Master of Science, School of Engineering and Technology
PublisherAsian Institute of Technology
Series StatementThesis ; no. HS-89-22
AbstractThe high volume of bicycle traffic in the city of Tianjin China affects its urban transportation very much. Traveling by bicycle has its advantages as well as its disadvantages. Urban transportation planners need to take advantage of the merits of traveling by bicycle and to overcome its demerits. This may be done by efficient transportation planning based on the results of social SUT\1eŸS and scientific research. This study analyzes the characteristics of bicycle users and •their bicycle transportation, the results of which are used in the process of trip generation and in the identification of the factors that influence their choice of mode. The work trip is considered as the main trip purpose and the bicycle the main traffic mode. Young people prefer travel by bicycle, while older persons like to take the bus. There are more male bicycle users •than female users. Walking is also an important option for all The results of the study may contribute towards better transportation planning in that more attention may be given to the main bicycle with respect to the urban transportation system.
Year1989
Corresponding Series Added EntryAsian Institute of Technology. Thesis ; no. HS-89-22
TypeThesis
SchoolSchool of Engineering and Technology (SET)
DepartmentOther Field of Studies (No Department)
Academic Program/FoSHuman Settlement (HS)
Chairperson(s)Kammeier, Hans Detlef ;Nishimura, Yukio
Examination Committee(s)Kuroda, Koji
Scholarship Donor(s)Canadian International Development Agency;
DegreeThesis (M.Sc.) - Asian Institute of Technology, 1989


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