Speed characteristics of speed pedelecs, pedelecs and conventional bicycles in naturalistic urban and rural traffic conditions

Twisk, Divera; Stelling, A; Gent, Paul van; Groot, Jolieke De; Vlakveld, W P

doi:10.1016/j.aap.2020.105940

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“…To the authors' knowledge, no sources report on the differences in needs between EPAC users and conventional cyclists towards cycling infrastructure. Their needs are apparently assumed similar, despite definite distinctions in characteristics of the cycles (i.e., speed, weight, electrical components, price, speed differences) [30,31,[41][42][43]. The results of this study demonstrate that this assumption appears to be correct, with the only, maybe unsurprising, statistically significant difference, the importance attributed to 'Charging points for EPACs'.…”

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confidence: 65%

“…It seems that the needs of conventional cyclists and EPAC users are assumed similar. However, the heavier weight [41], presence of an electric motor and battery, higher purchase price [30,31] and different speeds and accelerations [41][42][43] suggests the differences in needs. One Danish study, published after the set-up of this research, models the impact of cycle highways and EPACs and takes into account the rising share of EPACs [44].…”

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confidence: 99%

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Cycling Infrastructure for All EPACs Included?

Steen

Geus

Cappelle

et al. 2022

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A modal shift to electric pedal-assisted cycles (EPACs) can help with reaching the transport emission goals of the European Green Deal. With the rising sales of EPACs in Europe, a lack of appropriate (electric) cycling infrastructure remains a major barrier for many potential users. This paper discusses the results of a survey about the requirements of (potential) cyclists to design a better cycling infrastructure. The differences in requirements for non-cyclists vs. cyclists and electric cyclists vs. conventional cyclists are discussed using statistical analysis. The key findings are that cyclists and non-cyclists both require wide quality cycling infrastructure with safe crossing points, secure bicycle parking and smart traffic lights. Non-cyclists’ requirements significantly differ from cyclists’ on 12 items, of which rain cover while cycling and parking spots for the car are the most noteworthy. There is (but) one significant difference between the requirements of EPAC users and conventional cyclists: the need for charging points for EPACs along the cycle route.

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Cycling Infrastructure for All EPACs Included?

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“…Compared with the existing research results 19 – 21 , many experts and scholars focus on the management of driving speed, which is used to improve road traffic safety and reduce the occurrence of accidents. The research conclusions are not fully applicable to the arterial highway crossing the urban section, and have great limitations.…”

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Motorized and non-motorized mixed traffic characteristics and lateral opening spacing calculation for the section of arterial highway through small towns

Hu,

Mao,

Tong

et al. 2024

Sci Rep

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A large number of motor vehicles and non-motorized vehicles mixed in the section of arterial highway crossing the town leads to many traffic problems. Therefore, it is necessary to set up a side divider between motorized and non-motorized lanes, and the appropriate spacing of lateral crossing openings to meet the needs of non-motorized vehicles crossing the highway has become a key issue that must be resolved. This paper investigates the traffic flow characteristics of mixed traffic flow on arterial highways through small town sections, and from the two dimensions of highway access efficiency and the psychological characteristics of cyclists, it calibrates the setting range of the spacing of non-motorized lateral crossing openings under different design speeds, which is used to regulate the behavior of non-motorized vehicles crossing the street, improve the safety level of the highway, reduce the lateral interference of the highway, and improve the road access efficiency. The accuracy of the research results is verified by microscopic simulation experiments, which proves that they can meet good expectations in practical engineering. The research results have theoretical significance and reference value for improving the status quo of machine-non-mixed traffic in the section of arterial highway passing through small towns, and enhancing the efficiency and safety of highway traffic. It also provides corresponding reference for the areas facing similar problems worldwide.

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“…Non-bicyclists tend to avoid biking due to perceived dangers or lack of safe route options. High-speed traffic and a high proportion of vehicular traffic raise cyclists' safety concerns [10] [34] [35] [36] [37]. Another study explored individual preferences for cycling environments and found the willingness of people to travel up to 20 minutes extra for a better facility [38].…”

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Exploring University Campus Community&#8217;s Perceptions and Barriers toward Biking: A Case Study of the University of Tennessee Knoxville

Usman,

Adeel

2024

JTTs

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Bicycling constitutes an integral component of sustainable non-motorized means of travel. Despite the immense benefits of bicycling, the modal share of bicycling is quite low, specifically among young and low-income commuters e.g., college and university students. This study explores the perceptions of and barriers to bicycling of the campus community at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville with the aim to identify the factors that could enhance bike use among students at the university campus as well as highlight the barriers that keep young population away from biking. An online survey about bike use at the university campus was administered and responses to the survey were recorded. On the methodological front, a binary logit model was estimated with students' willingness to use bikes at campus as the dependent variable. The survey results revealed that about 47% of the students considered vehicular traffic as the reason for feeling unsafe while biking and emphasized having separate bike routes. Most of the respondents highlighted the need to change clothes after biking in summer or carry things as the reason for not selecting bikes as a mode of transport at the campus, whereas inadequate bike lanes, paths, or trails, insufficient lighting along bike routes, and the lack of adequate bicycle parking were highlighted as the major barriers deterring bike use within the campus. The study suggests development of a campus bike network with proper bike lanes, bike runnels, installation of safety cameras and better lighting at the campus, and bike-supporting infrastructure such as communal showers to be provided in campus buildings to encourage bike use among university students. The study findings can assist campus transportation planners in devising a sustainable campus transportation plan incorporating the influencing factors and deterrents of bike use in a university campus setting.

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Speed characteristics of speed pedelecs, pedelecs and conventional bicycles in naturalistic urban and rural traffic conditions

Cited by 30 publications

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Cycling Infrastructure for All EPACs Included?

Cycling Infrastructure for All EPACs Included?

Motorized and non-motorized mixed traffic characteristics and lateral opening spacing calculation for the section of arterial highway through small towns

Exploring University Campus Community&#8217;s Perceptions and Barriers toward Biking: A Case Study of the University of Tennessee Knoxville

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Speed characteristics of speed pedelecs, pedelecs and conventional bicycles in naturalistic urban and rural traffic conditions

Cited by 30 publications

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Cycling Infrastructure for All EPACs Included?

Cycling Infrastructure for All EPACs Included?

Motorized and non-motorized mixed traffic characteristics and lateral opening spacing calculation for the section of arterial highway through small towns

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