Alistair Ford
Biographic Data
| ID | 8002672 |
|---|---|
| NAME | Alistair Ford |
| GIVEN NAMES | Alistair |
| FAMILY NAME | Ford |
| SIGNATURE | FORD A |
| AFFILIATIONS | Newcastle University |
| ORCID | 0000-0001-8081-4239 |
| VERIFIED | Yes |
| TOTAL WORKS | 10 |
| TOTAL CITATIONS | 0 |
| AUTHOR COUNT | 10 |
| EDITOR COUNT | 0 |
| FIRST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2016 |
| LATEST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2026 |
| H-INDEX | 0 |
Understanding the effectiveness of active travel policy portfolios with agent-based modelling
Transport decarbonisation is a major challenge that requires the implementation of effective policies by local and national governments. This paper simulates mobility policies intended to effect a modal shift from private car to active modes (i.e., cycling and walking), using an agent-based transport simulation framework (MATSim). A set of urban mobility policies aiming to change the built environment and mobility behaviour is defined, simulated …
Surface urban heat island variations under the 3-decadal urban expansion in China
A 3D agent-based model for simulating urban densification in Toronto, Canada
The use of land parcel data, 3D visualisation and urban theories offers a significant opportunity for advancing simulations of urban densification. This paper presents a 3D agent-based model (ABM) to explore future urban densification dynamics in Toronto based on stakeholder behaviour and interactions, the impact of zoning regulations, and profit expectations. The ABM establishes residents, developers, landowners, and the local zoning authority a…
Quantifying surface urban heat island variations and patterns
Enhanced urban growth modelling
An Open‐Source Model for Projecting Small Area Demographic and Land‐Use Change
The size, composition, and spatial distribution of both people and households have a substantial impact on the demand for and development and delivery of infrastructure required to support the population. Infrastructure encompasses a wide range of domains including energy, transport, and water, each of which has its own set of spatial catchments at differing scales. Demographic projections are required to assess potential future demand; however, …
D Agent-Based Model of Pedestrian Movements for Simulating Covid-19 Transmission in University Students
On the 30 January 2020, the WHO declared a public health emergency of international concern due to the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). Social restrictions with different efficiencies were put in place to avoid transmission. Students living in student accommodation constitute an interesting group to test restrictions because they share living places, workplaces and daily routines, which are key factors in the transmission. In this paper, we p…
Future heat-waves, droughts and floods in 571 European cities
Cities are particularly vulnerable to climate risks due to their agglomeration of people, buildings and infrastructure. Differences in methodology, hazards considered, and climate models used limit the utility and comparability of climate studies on individual cities. Here we assess, for the first time, future changes in flood, heat-waves (HW), and drought impacts for all 571 European cities in the Urban Audit database using a consistent approach…
The impact of flooding on road transport
Transport networks underpin economic cities competiveness and society functioning. • During flooding transport infrastructure can be directly or indirectly damaged. • This paper reviewed modelling studies of the impacts of weather on transport. • The paper derived a new empirical function to relate flood depth and vehicle speed. • The function move forwards from the binary consideration of flood roads. • The function can be incorporated into floo…
Spatial structure and evolution of infrastructure networks
Critical infrastructure systems are essential components of a nation's assets. They support economic development, enable growth and help to protect against hazard. In recent years, the demands placed upon these systems have been rapidly increasing, partly due to the shift from rural to urban living and partly due to increasing wealth. For example, in 1960, only 34% of the world's population lived in cities whereas, in 2014, this figure had risen …
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Spatial structure and evolution of infrastructure networks
Critical infrastructure systems are essential components of a nation's assets. They support economic development, enable growth and help to protect against hazard. In recent years, the demands placed upon these systems have been rapidly increasing, partly due to the shift from rural to urban living and partly due to increasing wealth. For example, in 1960, only 34% of the world's population lived in cities whereas, in 2014, this figure had risen …
The impact of flooding on road transport
Transport networks underpin economic cities competiveness and society functioning. • During flooding transport infrastructure can be directly or indirectly damaged. • This paper reviewed modelling studies of the impacts of weather on transport. • The paper derived a new empirical function to relate flood depth and vehicle speed. • The function move forwards from the binary consideration of flood roads. • The function can be incorporated into floo…
Future heat-waves, droughts and floods in 571 European cities
Cities are particularly vulnerable to climate risks due to their agglomeration of people, buildings and infrastructure. Differences in methodology, hazards considered, and climate models used limit the utility and comparability of climate studies on individual cities. Here we assess, for the first time, future changes in flood, heat-waves (HW), and drought impacts for all 571 European cities in the Urban Audit database using a consistent approach…
D Agent-Based Model of Pedestrian Movements for Simulating Covid-19 Transmission in University Students
On the 30 January 2020, the WHO declared a public health emergency of international concern due to the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). Social restrictions with different efficiencies were put in place to avoid transmission. Students living in student accommodation constitute an interesting group to test restrictions because they share living places, workplaces and daily routines, which are key factors in the transmission. In this paper, we p…
An Open‐Source Model for Projecting Small Area Demographic and Land‐Use Change
The size, composition, and spatial distribution of both people and households have a substantial impact on the demand for and development and delivery of infrastructure required to support the population. Infrastructure encompasses a wide range of domains including energy, transport, and water, each of which has its own set of spatial catchments at differing scales. Demographic projections are required to assess potential future demand; however, …
Enhanced urban growth modelling
A 3D agent-based model for simulating urban densification in Toronto, Canada
The use of land parcel data, 3D visualisation and urban theories offers a significant opportunity for advancing simulations of urban densification. This paper presents a 3D agent-based model (ABM) to explore future urban densification dynamics in Toronto based on stakeholder behaviour and interactions, the impact of zoning regulations, and profit expectations. The ABM establishes residents, developers, landowners, and the local zoning authority a…
Quantifying surface urban heat island variations and patterns
Surface urban heat island variations under the 3-decadal urban expansion in China
Understanding the effectiveness of active travel policy portfolios with agent-based modelling
Transport decarbonisation is a major challenge that requires the implementation of effective policies by local and national governments. This paper simulates mobility policies intended to effect a modal shift from private car to active modes (i.e., cycling and walking), using an agent-based transport simulation framework (MATSim). A set of urban mobility policies aiming to change the built environment and mobility behaviour is defined, simulated …
Environmental Science (7 works) · Engineering (6 works) · Geography (6 works) · Computer Science (4 works) · Civil engineering (3 works) · Climatology (3 works) · Environmental planning (3 works) · Land Use and Ecosystem Services (3 works) · Meteorology (3 works) · Artificial Intelligence (2 works)