CHARACTERISTICS AND REGULARITIES OF PEDESTRIAN MOVEMENT ON URBAN STREETS

Abstract

The article discusses the development of pedestrian infrastructure in cities amid increasing transportation problems. The necessity of improving urban infrastructure to accommodate pedestrians’ needs for creating a comfortable and safe environment is justified. Purpose. The purpose of the work is to study the features and patterns of pedestrian movement on the main streets of cities and at transport interchange nodes to understand the importance of transport infrastructure solutions and safety aspects for pedestrians in an urban environment. Methodology. Research methods: analysis of literary sources and materials related to the study of the features and patterns of pedestrian movement on city streets and at transport interchange nodes. Results. Ways to enhance pedestrian mobility conditions, which contribute to reducing traffic congestion on streets and at transportation hubs, and improve the ecological situation in urban areas, are proposed. Factors influencing pedestrian movement in the city are considered, emphasizing the importance of considering psychophysiological characteristics and physical abilities of people, as well as age-related factors when developing technical solutions for urban pedestrian infrastructure. Scientific novelty. For the first time, this article comprehensively examines the relationship between pedestrian movement characteristics on main streets and at transportation interchange hubs and the overall efficiency of urban infrastructure amid growing transportation problems. These results are crucial for developing strategies and plans for urban infrastructure development aimed at ensuring convenience and safety for pedestrians in urban settings. Practical relevance. An assessment of the main parameters affecting pedestrian movement is conducted, namely: pedestrian density, pedestrian flow speed, pedestrian intensity, safety, infrastructure accessibility, comfort, route connectivity, and social interaction, which are essential components necessary for creating effective and comfortable urban infrastructure. This infrastructure helps increase the physical activity of the population, attractiveness of pedestrian movement, and reduce the transportation burden on the urban environment.