The integrated dynamic land use and transport model MARS

Pfaffenbichler, P., Emberger, G. and Shepherd, S. (2008) The integrated dynamic land use and transport model MARS. Networks and Spatial Economics, Online First . ISSN 1566-113X

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Abstract

Cities worldwide face problems like congestion or outward migration of businesses. The involved transport and land use interactions require innovative tools. The dynamic Land Use and Transport Interaction model MARS (Metropolitan Activity Relocation Simulator) is part of a structured decision making process. Cities are seen as self organizing systems. MARS uses Causal Loop Diagrams from Systems Dynamics to explain cause and effect relations. MARS has been benchmarked against other published models. A user friendly interface has been developed to support decision makers. Its usefulness was tested through workshops in Asia. This paper describes the basis, capabilities and uses of MARS.

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Keywords:

land use, transport, dynamic modelling, decision making, public participation

Academic Units:

The University of Leeds > Faculty of Environment (Leeds) > Institute for Transport Studies (Leeds)

ID Code:

3691

Deposited By:

Adrian May

Deposited On:

17 Mar 2008 09:49

Last Modified:

09 Jul 2008 16:24

Published Version:

http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s11067-007-9050-7

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Published

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Springer Verlag

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Yes

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doi:10.1007/s11067-007-9050-7

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