A new quantitative evaluation method of urban skyline based on object-based analysis and constitution theory

Yang, Lei; Yang, Xin; Li, Yue; Li, Sijin

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“…Disaster resilience began to be studied and was applied relatively late in China; however, it developed rapidly. For example, the concept of disaster resilience has been redefined based on the concepts and theory of resilience, and trends in its development and measurement indicators have been discussed [17,30,31]. The quantitative analysis of disaster resilience has been used in specific regions under the action of a disaster type [32][33][34].…”

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Spatial Risk Assessment of the Effects of Obstacle Factors on Areas at High Risk of Geological Disasters in the Hengduan Mountains, China

Gao,

Zhou,

Niu

et al. 2023

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The Hengduan Mountains in China are known for their complex geological environment, which leads to frequent geological disasters that pose significant threats to the safety and economic and social development of the local population. In this study, we developed develop a multi-dimensional evaluation index system from the aspects of economy, society, ecology, and infrastructure, and the resilience inference measurement (RIM) model was developed to assess resilience to regional disasters. The clustering evaluation of exposure, damage, and recovery variables in four states was conducted by way of K-means clustering. The results of K-means clustering are confirmed by discriminant analysis, and the disaster resilience index was empirically verified once. At the same time, the obstacle factor was further analyzed with the obstacle degree model. The results indicate that there are 8 susceptible areas, 23 recovering areas, 27 resistant areas, and 7 usurper areas. The classification accuracy of the model is 95.4%. The disaster resilience of high-risk areas was found to be low, with “extremely poor” differentiation, where the majority of the areas had low resilience and only a minority had high resilience. A “high in the southeast and low in the northwest” spatial distribution was observed. High-resilience areas were “dotted” and mainly concentrated in core areas with a high population density and strong economic activity, while low-resilience areas had a pattern of “edge extension” and were mainly distributed in the transition zone between the Qinghai–Tibet and Yunnan Plateaus. There were clear differences in the barriers of disaster resilience among the 65 counties (cities). The economic barrier degree was found to be the largest barrier to disaster resilience, followed by ecological, social, and infrastructure barrier degrees. The main factors affecting the distribution of disaster resilience in the high-risk areas were topographic relief, proportion of female population, cultivated land area, industrial structure, number of industrial enterprises above a designated size, and drainage pipeline density in the built-up area. Additionally, primary barrier factors classify the 65 counties (cities) into three types: economic constraint, natural environment constraint, and population structure constraint.

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Spatial Risk Assessment of the Effects of Obstacle Factors on Areas at High Risk of Geological Disasters in the Hengduan Mountains, China

Gao,

Zhou,

Niu

et al. 2023

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Green Heritage and Lanna Urban Identity: A Study of Temples in Chiang Mai Old City

Wonglangka,

Han

2024

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This study employs the Historic Urban Landscape (HUL) framework to explore the integration of landscape plants as green heritage with Lanna urban identity in Chiang Mai Old City, Thailand. The research focuses on 38 Lanna temples, investigating the characteristics and roles of plant materials in these sacred spaces. Through comprehensive ground surveys, GIS mapping, and structured interviews with monks, temple caretakers, and long-term residents, the study documents the types, locations, and uses of native and exotic plants. The findings emphasize the cultural, aesthetic, and ecological significance of heritage trees, such as the Bodhi trees and the Yang tree. These trees are pivotal in maintaining cultural continuity, supporting traditional rituals, and enhancing biodiversity. The study also reveals that while ornamental and edible plants are actively used in rituals and community practices, medicinal and applicable plants are preserved more for their historical value than practical use. This research underscores the necessity of sustainable landscape management, community engagement, and the preservation of ethnobotanical knowledge to mitigate the impacts of urbanization. By integrating green heritage into urban planning, the study provides valuable insights for enhancing the cultural and environmental landscape of Chiang Mai.

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A new quantitative evaluation method of urban skyline based on object-based analysis and constitution theory

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Spatial Risk Assessment of the Effects of Obstacle Factors on Areas at High Risk of Geological Disasters in the Hengduan Mountains, China

Spatial Risk Assessment of the Effects of Obstacle Factors on Areas at High Risk of Geological Disasters in the Hengduan Mountains, China

Green Heritage and Lanna Urban Identity: A Study of Temples in Chiang Mai Old City

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