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Despite the significant role of alleyways in urban spatial configuration and accessibility as critical structures of urban infrastructure, there remains a noticeable gap in understanding their specific role in urban transportation policies. The main aim of the present study is to investigate the role of configurational accessibility of alleyways in facilitating wayfinding within organic street network systems. A mixed method was applied using Space Syntax and empirical observations. Moreover, Pearson correlations and t-tests were used to discern the association between variables and compare independent groups using SPSS software. The findings from the syntactical analysis strongly indicate that alleyways significantly impact configurational accessibility within urban network systems. Furthermore, the complex and labyrinthine structure of organic alleyways was found to significantly hinder the intelligibility of urban areas, making navigation more challenging. The results revealed a significant correlation between vehicle mobility and connectivity values, with higher levels of mobility consistently linked to increased connectivity values. The outcomes also indicated that alleys connected to main streets play a crucial role in facilitating wayfinding within urban network systems. This study contributes to a more profound understanding of the role of alleyways in urban network systems for urban planners and transportation engineers, paving the way for more targeted sustainable urban planning strategies. • Alleyways connecting main streets boost connectivity and vehicle mobility in organic urban networks. • The maze-like structure of organic alleyways complicates urban intelligibility and makes wayfinding harder. • The research indicates a significant correlation between vehicle mobility and alleyway connectivity. • Two alleyway types found: those connecting alleys and those linking main streets, with the latter easing traffic. • Planners should improve alleyway clarity to enhance wayfinding and support sustainable transportation in organic contexts. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The street space of China's inner cities performs the function of organizing neighbourhood services. This study aims to understand the typological characteristics of street network structures from a spatial configuration perspective and their impact on neighbourhood facilities' layout. The study selected four Chinese inner cities and adopted a route structure approach comprising continuity, connectivity, and depth to distinguish seven street types. A correlation analysis between street configuration and Baidu maps' points of interest revealed different street types' ability to support service facilities and how street-type combinations affect the block group unit's overall cohesion. Finally, it proposed an ideal street network model to provide reference for neighbourhood design practice and presented adaptive suggestions for a value cognition and management system. This study established a direct connection between cognition in the field of urban morphology and practice in the field of urban design, thus providing new perspectives on neighbourhood community design. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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This study analyses the perceived interactions between wildlife and the local landscape in Mbya Guaraní communities in the province of Misiones, Argentina. The objectives of this work are to identify the fauna of cultural importance from the perspective of the Mbya Guaraní communities, characterize the landscape units associated with the animals and the emerging trophic relationships in these representations, and determine the different uses assigned to the fauna wild. Work was conducted in 10 communities of Mbya Guaraní villages between 2019 and 2022. In each community, the following activities were carried out: presentation of the objectives of the study and request for prior informed consent; participatory map making; guided and observation walks; semistructured interviews with the use of visual stimuli; and free listings. In the maps prepared, 11 different vegetation units were visualized, of which 26 animal species were cited. The vegetation units with the greatest diversity of associated animal species are high and marginal forests, forest monocultures, and palm and fruit tree communities. The free lists made it possible to estimate that the animal with the most significant cultural importance is the kochi (Tayassu pecari). With the participatory maps designed and the observations recorded during their preparation, it was possible to analyze the conceptual configuration underlying the wildlife and the landscape (vegetation units) and identify the leading traditional hunting practices. The semistructured interviews, with visual stimuli and free listings, allowed the estimation of the relative importance of wildlife for residents broadly. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Florence counts as one of the cradles of European Renaissance art and architecture where linear perspective first emerged. These developments led to the pivotal role perception played in Florence's architectural and urban design conceptions, as seen in the works of Brunelleschi (1377–1446), Michelozzo (1396–1472), and Alberti (1404–1472), among others. Alberti's De re aedificatoria presented an analogy of the city as a house and vice versa, negating hard distinctions between architectural and urban design, while Alberti's oeuvre, particularly De pictura, underscores the primacy of the eye. This suggests the exploration of mathematical relationships between architectural façades and urban space configurations within the Florentine context. Through this approach, the paper explores the cases of Palazzo Pitti, Strozzi, and Rucellai, and advances ongoing debates regarding Palazzo Rucellai's envisioned finished appearance by using a 3D Digital Twin (DT) of the palace and its immediate urban context to test alternative façade hypotheses. Ultimately, the results unveil the multidimensional character of Renaissance architectural façade design and their urban role as signifiers of the cultural, intellectual, economic, and political valour of their inhabitants. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The objective of this study is to investigate an acoustic environment based on spatial configurations. To achieve this objective, two types of data were utilized. First, the urban acoustic data was collected from 96 measurements based on equivalent continuous A-weighted sound pressure levels across three different urban areas in Cairo, Egypt, during weekends and at night. The data was plotted on a contour map in an effort to investigate their distribution in the urban area. Secondly, the data was collected using DepthMapX software, and in this way, spatial analysis was produced with diverse spatial attributes. Moreover, on-site observations of pedestrian and traffic rates were made, and land use distribution was observed. Statistical analysis was also conducted using the Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS). Our statistical analysis showed that the value of sound pressure level (L Aeq) is greatly influenced by spatial attributes in highly accessible spatial configurations, with Normalized Angular Integration (NAIN) being the most accurate predictor of sound pressure level. Our findings also verified the existence of a high correlation between commercial and mixed land uses and (L Aeq). Additionally, this study revealed that the urban sound model can predict sound pressure level (L Aeq) in an urban setting. This dataset functions as a valuable resource for future research, urban designers, and policymakers who are addressing sustainable issues pertaining to soundscape, noise pollution, and urban planning. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Social interactions are characterized by being very diverse and changing over time. Understanding this diversity and dynamics, as well as their emerging patterns, is of great interest from social, health, and educational perspectives. The development of new devices has been made possible in recent years by advances in applied technology. This paper presents the design and development of a novel device composed of several sensors. Specifically, we propose a proximity sensor integrated by three devices: a Bluetooth sensor, a global positioning system (GPS) unit and an accelerometer. By means of this sensor it is possible to detect the presence of neighboring sensors in various configurations and operating conditions. Profiles based on the Received Signal Strength Indicator (RSSI) exhibit behavior consistent with that reported by empirical relationships. The present sensor is functional in detecting the proximity of other sensors and is thus useful for the identification of interactions between people in relevant contexts such as schools. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Since the nineteenth-century devolution of natural philosophy into disciplines, scientific activity has expanded from single-disciplined research to comprehensive research. The flow of information between different research teams makes scientific research and its places increasingly social, which is no longer limited to the closed laboratory workbench. Reviewing the literature, we found that the development of scientific research buildings experienced a transition from efficiency to openness. And the new organization of research communities and its demand for space put forward higher requirements for scientific research buildings. To deeply explore the design trends of scientific research buildings at this stage, the sample database is established using space syntax and K-means clustering algorithm software to quantitatively analyze spatial layouts of 42 scientific research buildings worldwide from the perspective of sociology and innovation, clustered into five categories. Each category shows a different tendency in terms of accessibility, visibility, and the proportion of public space, and the different spatial configurations and openness somehow reflect the attitude of the research organization or group towards the use of space. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Investigating the spatial configuration can effectively interpret the circulation of an architectural plan layout. Student residences are among the most critical but neglected buildings in which the circulation system plays a vital role in efficient orientation and wayfinding. This study seeks to simulate and quantitatively assess the complexity of circulation spaces in student residence buildings in four different plan layouts. Space syntax analyses include the visual integration and connectivity drawn from Visibility Graph Analysis (VGA) maps for accessibility assessment, intelligibility calculated through all-line axial maps for wayfinding assessment, the field of view from the isovist map for visibility assessment, and agent-based analysis from the VGA map for the overall flow of occupants. Results revealed the strength and weaknesses of each layout. They indicated that the courtyard-shaped and figure-eight-shaped layouts could satisfy the highest degree of circulation efficiency. At the same time, the U-shaped and double-L-shaped plans had the weakest circulation. The study concludes by highlighting the practical implications for future strategies and the importance of syntactical analysis in the early stages of design. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Neighborhood Sustainability Assessment (NSA) has become an important topic of interest in promoting sustainable cities. It is the suitable scale of a neighborhood that allows meaningful evaluation of social, economic, and environmental impacts. Also, a neighborhood's representation of the link between the city and an individual further adds to its popularity. In an era of growing interest in socio-spatial measures for addressing sustainable neighborhoods, this paper explores the significance of measuring spatial configurations through the Space Syntax method for NSA. The study provides a bibliometric overview of Space Syntax research and a systematic literature search to review 13 research articles that use Space Syntax as part of the NSA. The review identifies integration and connectivity as the most frequently used metrics in NSA and finds that linking Space Syntax to neighborhoods' sustainable development, especially environmental sustainability, is a newly emerging topic. Finally, the paper concludes with a discussion on the significance and limitations of Space Syntax as a spatial assessment method. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Spatial interactions between individuals, society, and territory are crucial in shaping how space is navigated and claimed, resulting in unequal outcomes and occasional injustices. Soja's model, comprising first, second, and third spaces, emphasizes the pervasive influence of spatiality and its role in generating injustices. His spatial justice theory highlights the importance of understanding how the trialectical operation of space influences injustices. However, further study is needed to determine how practical tri-spatial interactions cause spatial injustices, despite prior research addressing these concepts. This study delves into the impact of the interplay between the three spaces on the realization of rights and the emergence of barriers hindering individuals from benefiting from state initiatives that are designed to provide for them. Using Chile as a case study, specifically for three communes and three state programs, this study employs structural qualitative sampling, engaging with users and public managers. Through semi-structured interviews and emotion maps with 51 participants, this study sheds light on the spatial, trialectical, and dynamic dimensions influencing the enjoyment of rights and the creation of spatial barriers to their realization. The findings revealed three spatial configurations, exclusion, abstention, and desertion, stemming from the triadic operation of spatial barriers in the first, second, and third spaces. These configurations prevent individuals from realizing their rights, emphasizing the critical role of tri-spatiality in shaping effective rights realization. The study concludes by stressing the importance of considering these spatial factors in future policies and planning to address spatial injustices and enhance justice promotion. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This paper focuses on the research object of Tunpu, a traditional village in the Anshun area. Through extensive field investigation and by superimposing and classifying various spatial morphological characteristics, three types of spatial morphology are proposed: cluster-like concentration type, zonal continuous type, and radiation-intensive type. Finally, based on the original characteristics of Tunpu, the natural regional environment, and habitat adaptation aspects, an analysis and summary are provided regarding the reasons for the formation of its spatial form and type differences. By comprehensively understanding the spatial form and type characteristics, this paper offers valuable insights for researching and preserving Tunpu traditional village in Anshun area.

Mekân dizimi, mekânsal örgütlenmeler arasındaki benzerlik ya da farklılıkları analiz etmek için kullanılan bir yöntemdir. Bu çalışma, bu yöntemin kullanımına ilişkin detayları bir uygulama üzerinden ortaya çıkarmayı amaçlamaktadır. Bu amaçla, birbirine benzer, ancak topolojik olarak farklı olan üç varsayılan mekânsal örgütlenme çalışma kapsamına dahil edilmiştir. Metodolojik inceleme için gerekli altlığın oluşturulması için ilk mekânsal örgütlenmenin geçirgenlik grafiğinin çizilmesine yönelik detaylar belirginleştirilmiştir. Aynı mekân örgütlenmesinin sayısallaştırılmasını içeren hesaplama yöntemi ayrıntılı olarak açıklanmıştır. Tüm mekân örgütlenmelerinin hem geçirgenlik grafikleri çizilmiş hem de sentaktik değerleri (TD, MD, RA, RRA, i (1/RA ya da 1/RRA), CV, H ve H*) hesaplanmıştır. İncelenen mekân örgütlenmelerinin sentaktik özelliklerinin birbirlerinden farklı olduğu, 1 numaralı örgütlenmenin ayrışmış ve asimetrik, 3 numaralı örgütlenmenin ise daha bütünleşmiş ve simetrik bir yapıya sahip olduğu bulunmuştur. Dış mekân dahil edilmediğinde 1 numaralı mekân örgütlenmesi ile karşılaştırıldığında 2 ve 3 numaralı mekân örgütlenmelerinin çok daha fazla dışa dönek bir mekânsal yapıya sahip oldukları belirlenmiştir. Ayrıca 3 numaralı örgütlenmenin görece fark faktörleri bakımından güçlü bir genetik yapıya (düşük bir entropi değerine) sahip olduğu bulunmuştur. Kullanılan metot ile benzer gibi görünen işlevsel şemalar arasındaki farklılıklar ortaya çıkarılmıştır.

The objective of this study is to investigate an acoustic environment based on spatial configurations. To achieve this objective, two types of data were utilized. First, the urban acoustic data was collected from 96 measurements based on equivalent continuous A-weighted sound pressure levels across three different urban areas in Cairo, Egypt, during weekends and at night. The data was plotted on a contour map in an effort to investigate their distribution in the urban area. Secondly, the data was collected using DepthMapX software, and in this way, spatial analysis was produced with diverse spatial attributes. Moreover, on-site observations of pedestrian and traffic rates were made, and land use distribution was observed.Statistical analysis was also conducted using the Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS). Our statistical analysis showed that the value of sound pressure level (LAeq) is greatly influenced by spatial attributes in highly accessible spatial configurations, with Normalized Angular Integration (NAIN) being the most accurate predictor of sound pressure level. Our findings also verified the existence of a high correlation between commercial and mixed land uses and (LAeq).Additionally, this study revealed that the urban sound model can predict sound pressure level (LAeq) in an urban setting. This dataset functions as a valuable resource for future research, urban designers, and policymakers who are addressing sustainable issues pertaining to soundscape, noise pollution, and urban planning.

As a part of an area, residential real estate has various spatial configuration patterns, which are part of the elements that form its environment. Depending on the context of certain places, spatial configuration and security reinforcement become a concern regarding the issue of crime prevention, which promotes a safe neighbourhood that avoids the risk of crime. A phenomenon took place where there are several preventive actions were carried out at the basic stage of planning and designing residential real estate, but these efforts later brought various methods and priorities that determine spatial configuration or security reinforcement to serve either as the main reference or adjustment at the initial step. This research dissects the relationship between spatial configuration patterns and security systems applied using the Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) approach to obtain the most optimal solution in preventing crime and reducing crime rates. This research used descriptive analytical methods in a comparative way to derive the final synthesis of three residential real estates in Bintaro Jaya as study objects. The results of this research discovered the most conducive type of residential real estate in terms of its security level. These findings can enrich the development of studies on similar topics and contribute to the consideration of design criteria related to spatial configuration and security reinforcement of residential real estate in anticipating potential crimes.

The complex natural and geological structure of cities affects buildings’ spatial structure in terms of the forms of spatial configuration adopted in the design. Spatial structure affects buildings’ space performance in several aspects, such as privacy and accessibility, which are the most significant indicators of residential houses’ functional performance. Akre, a treasured, historical city in Iraqi Kurdistan, is characterised by a complex and distinct geological nature, and its residential part contains numerous traditional houses that deserve analysis. This study employed both a qualitative approach – via case study plan preparations and photographic documentation – and a quantitative approach, utilising space syntax tools. The results were analysed with the statistical program SPSS and show three types of spatial configuration in the residential part (linear, central and cluster); each type has a different and effective impact on the achievement of space performance in terms of privacy and accessibility. The study concludes that the linear type represents the most private typology, followed by the cluster and then the central type. The centralised typology is the most connected and accessible to different spaces within the residential unit, followed by the cluster type and the linear type, with a significant difference.

Cooperative localization (CL) for air-to-ground robots in a satellite-denial environment has become a current research hotspot. The traditional distance-based heterogeneous multiple-robot CL method requires at least four unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) with known positions. When the number of known-position UAVs in a cluster collaborative network is insufficient, the traditional distance-based CL method has a certain inapplicability. A novel adaptive CL method for air-to-ground robots based on relative distance constraints is proposed in this paper. Based on a dynamically changing number of known-position UAVs in the cluster collaborative network, the adaptive fusion estimation threshold is set. When the number of known-position UAVs in the cluster cooperative network is large, the real-time dynamic topology characteristics of multiple robots' spatial geometric configurations are considered. The optimal spatial geometric configuration between UAVs and unmanned ground vehicles (UGVs) is utilized to achieve a high-precision CL solution for UGVs. Otherwise, in the event that the number of known-position UAVs in a cluster collaborative network is insufficient, distance observation constraint information between UAVs and UGVs is retained in real time. Position observation equations for UGVs' inertial navigation system (INS) have been constructed using inertial-based high-precision relative position constraints and relative distance constraints from historical to current times. The experimental results show that the proposed method achieves adaptive fusion estimation with a dynamically changing number of known-position UAVs in the cluster collaborative network, effectively verifying the effectiveness of the proposed method. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This study examines the impact of privacy and spatial configuration on the efficiency of residential apartments in Duhok City, focusing on how these factors influence resident satisfaction and functional efficiency in urban housing. Using a mixed-methods approach, the research combines quantitative data from Depthmap X and A-Graph analyses with qualitative insights from interviews conducted with thirty-two residents across 13 apartment complexes. The findings highlight notable variations in spatial metrics such as Connectivity, Integration, and Control Value, which significantly correlate with residents' perceptions of privacy, spatial layout, and overall livability. For example, higher integration values were associated with increased social interaction but occasionally compromised privacy, while greater mean depth values enhanced privacy at the expense of social connectivity. These observations underscore the intricate relationship between architectural design and resident experience. The study advances urban planning and architectural design by showing that thoughtful attention to privacy and spatial configuration can substantially improve the functional efficiency of living spaces. Implications of this research include the formulation of design guidelines that balance individual privacy with communal interaction, potentially guiding future residential development projects in Duhok and similar environments. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Pedestrian vitality in commercial streets is influenced by various factors, among which the spatial form of the street and the resulting thermal environment have a significant impact. This study, from the perspective of thermal comfort, combines thermal comfort simulation with pedestrian simulation to establish an optimization model based on pedestrian vitality. The model aims to analyze and quantify the impact of street spatial form on thermal comfort and pedestrian vitality, providing a comprehensive evaluation of optimization schemes for commercial street spaces. Firstly, the study identifies the levels of spatial design parameters for commercial streets and generates optimized design scenarios for commercial street spaces. Using the simulation platforms Rhino 7 Grasshopper and MATLAB R2023a, a pedestrian simulation model guided by thermal comfort is constructed and validated against empirical data. Next, the influence of commercial street spatial design parameters on store visitations is assessed, identifying the most critical design parameters. Finally, design strategies for commercial streets are proposed based on vitality-oriented layouts. The results indicate that the spatial form of the street significantly affects store visitations, with the street width-to-height ratio being the most influential factor, followed by street orientation and interface form. NW-SE-oriented streets show a 47.2% higher Total Store Visitations (TSV) value compared to E-W-oriented streets, while E-W streets exhibit a Differential Store Visitation (DSV) value 4.47 times that of NW-SE streets. Streets with a W/H ratio of 0.25 have a 54.9% higher Total Store Visitations value than those with a W/H ratio of 0.9, and streets with a W/H ratio of 0.65 exhibit a Differential Store Visitations value 1.21 times that of streets with a W/H ratio of 0.25. Considering overall street vitality, the study recommends NW-SE- and NE-SW-oriented streets, with a width-to-height ratio between 0.25 and 0.4. The study also proposes strategies for the modification and expansion of streets in different orientations, providing the scientific basis and optimization recommendations for the planning and renovation of commercial streets in cold regions during summer. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Different types of dwellings are shaped by the interaction between human needs and the surrounding environment, creating a wide range of complex structures reflecting different lifestyles and environmental conditions. this research aimed to explore different spatial configurations in traditional mountain dwellings, especially in the case of the old city of Akre using 3D space syntax methodology to analyze the planning scheme of 15 dwellings. The emphasis is to trace out the underlying structures, describe the spatial configurations, and bring to sight the functions and interrelations of living spaces. A lens that captures the essence of these places is the one that the research uses to probe how the topography highly impacts their floor plan and arrangement, such that many dwellings have various entrance levels as an adaptive measure to the city's topography. Ultimately, the study explores three types of planning schemes within these mountain dwellings: shallow, tree, and ring. However, the ring configuration, being the most common, serves as a testament to the topographical challenges faced by the old city of Akre. This research highlights the relationship between architectural design and natural landscapes, improving our understanding of spatial dynamics in traditional mountain dwellings. It sheds light on the architectural heritage diversity of the old city and its adaptability. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

With the spread of an aging society, the demand for aged care institutions among older adults is increasing. The inadequate supply and distribution of aged care institutions have led to an increasing concern about spatial equity in aged care institutions. Most studies have utilized accessibility to assess spatial equity from the supply perspective, while the demand perspective has received little attention. In addition, few studies have evaluated the spatial equity of aged care institutions at grid resolution. Therefore, this study takes Shanghai as an example to analyze aged care institutions from both the supply and demand perspectives. By proposing an improved potential model, at a network resolution of 500 × 500, the spatial equity of aged care institutions is more refined. The results show that aged care institutions and the older population in Shanghai are predominantly concentrated in the downtown area and surrounding regions. However, the results obtained from the Lorenz curve and Gini coefficient indicate the allocation of pension beds based on population size is proportional across different districts of Shanghai. When considering the quality indicators of aged care institutions and introducing the improved potential energy model to calculate spatial accessibility, an imbalance between regions in Shanghai still exists and needs further optimization.

Space design is a research field with a broad framework that interacts with different disciplines. Scale, one of the most important components of this field, is used to increase the cinematic effect in the configuration of f ilm spaces. While literature has several studies on cinema and space, little research has been conducted on animation and human size. Because of the use of two distinct human scales and the association of houses with these, this work differs from similar researches. This study aims to reveal the impact of the human scale on the production of the spatial configuration by using the experimental aspect of the cinema. The objective is to evaluate data that effectively informs the audience about scale differences. In this study, the qualitative research method was used through descriptive analysis. The study was conducted by coding, analyzing, and following the findings through scenes in the example of the film The Secret World of Arrietty. As a result of coding, f ive main themes were obtained. The themes with the highest frequency value were human scale and space. In the conclusion we state that the use of the combination of codes in cinema and perception changes with the change in human size allowing audiences to transfer the meaning.

Objective Surgical treatment with internal fixation, specifically percutaneous fixation with three cannulated compression screws (CCSs), is the preferred choice for young and middle‐aged patients. The mechanical advantage of the optimal spatial configuration with three screws provides maximum dispersion and cortical support. We suspect that the spatial proportion of the oblique triangle configuration (OTC) in the cross‐section of the femoral neck isthmus (FNI) may significantly improve shear and fatigue resistance of the fixed structure, thereby stabilizing the internal fixation system in femoral neck fracture (FNF). This study aims to explore the mechanical features of OTC and provide a mechanical basis for its clinical application. Methods Twenty Sawbone femurs were prepared as Pauwels type III FNF models and divided equally into two fixation groups: OTC and inverted equilateral triangle configuration (IETC). Three 7.3 mm diameter cannulated compression screws (CCSs) were used for fixation. The specimens of FNF after screw internal fixation were subjected to static loading and cyclic loading tests, respectively, with five specimens for each test. Axial stiffness, 5 mm failure load, ultimate load, shear displacement, and frontal rotational angle of two fragments were evaluated. In the cyclic loading test, the load sizes were 700 N, 1400 N, and 2100 N, respectively, and the fracture end displacement was recorded. Results were presented as means ± SD. Data with normal distributions were compared by the Student's t test. Results In the static loading test, the axial stiffness, ultimate load, shear displacement, and frontal rotational angle of two fragments were (738.64 vs. 620.74) N/mm, (2957.61 vs. 2643.06) N, (4.67 vs. 5.39) mm, and (4.01 vs. 5.52)° (p 0.05). Conclusion When three CCSs are inserted in parallel to fix FNF, the OTC of three screws has obvious biomechanical advantages, especially in shear resistance and early postoperative weight‐bearing, which provides a mechanical basis for clinical selection of ideal spatial configuration for unstable FNF.

This paper, set against the backdrop of expanding urban rail networks and dynamic urban development, focuses on the distribution and evolution of commercial Points of Interests (POIs) within the central urban rail transit areas of Beijing. The study examines data from four different years—2008, 2013, 2017, and 2020—to observe the temporal evolution of commercial entities. It identifies stable explanatory variables affecting the distribution and evolution of commercial POIs, which include rail transit accessibility, characteristics of the working and residential population distribution around stations, and the construction intensity in the vicinity of station areas. Through statistical analysis and model building, relatively stable linear regression equations were established, with R2 values generally maintained above 0.5 (except for 2017). The study advances our understanding of the influence of rail transit on urban commercial spaces and how this influence shifts with temporal and urban developmental changes. It elucidates the correlation between changes in the number of businesses and spatial configuration, offering insights and information for urban planners and policy makers. This research also serves as a model for exploring the interplay between urban rail transit and commercial spaces in other major cities.

Objective: Surgical treatment with internal fixation, specifically percutaneous fixation with three cannulated compression screws (CCSs), is the preferred choice for young and middle‐aged patients. The mechanical advantage of the optimal spatial configuration with three screws provides maximum dispersion and cortical support. We suspect that the spatial proportion of the oblique triangle configuration (OTC) in the cross‐section of the femoral neck isthmus (FNI) may significantly improve shear and fatigue resistance of the fixed structure, thereby stabilizing the internal fixation system in femoral neck fracture (FNF). This study aims to explore the mechanical features of OTC and provide a mechanical basis for its clinical application. Methods: Twenty Sawbone femurs were prepared as Pauwels type III FNF models and divided equally into two fixation groups: OTC and inverted equilateral triangle configuration (IETC). Three 7.3 mm diameter cannulated compression screws (CCSs) were used for fixation. The specimens of FNF after screw internal fixation were subjected to static loading and cyclic loading tests, respectively, with five specimens for each test. Axial stiffness, 5 mm failure load, ultimate load, shear displacement, and frontal rotational angle of two fragments were evaluated. In the cyclic loading test, the load sizes were 700 N, 1400 N, and 2100 N, respectively, and the fracture end displacement was recorded. Results were presented as means ± SD. Data with normal distributions were compared by the Student's t test. Results: In the static loading test, the axial stiffness, ultimate load, shear displacement, and frontal rotational angle of two fragments were (738.64 vs. 620.74) N/mm, (2957.61 vs. 2643.06) N, (4.67 vs. 5.39) mm, and (4.01 vs. 5.52)° (p < 0.05), respectively. Comparison between the femoral head displacement after 10,000 cycles of 700N cyclic loading and total displacement after 20,000 cycles of 700–1400N cyclic loading showed the OTC group was less than the IETC group (p < 0.05). A comparison of femoral head displacement after 10,000 cycles of 1400N and 2100N cycles and total displacement after 30,000 cycles of 700–2100N cycles showed the OTC group was less than another group, but the difference was not significant (p > 0.05). Conclusion: When three CCSs are inserted in parallel to fix FNF, the OTC of three screws has obvious biomechanical advantages, especially in shear resistance and early postoperative weight‐bearing, which provides a mechanical basis for clinical selection of ideal spatial configuration for unstable FNF. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This paper, set against the backdrop of expanding urban rail networks and dynamic urban development, focuses on the distribution and evolution of commercial Points of Interests (POIs) within the central urban rail transit areas of Beijing. The study examines data from four different years—2008, 2013, 2017, and 2020—to observe the temporal evolution of commercial entities. It identifies stable explanatory variables affecting the distribution and evolution of commercial POIs, which include rail transit accessibility, characteristics of the working and residential population distribution around stations, and the construction intensity in the vicinity of station areas. Through statistical analysis and model building, relatively stable linear regression equations were established, with R 2 values generally maintained above 0.5 (except for 2017). The study advances our understanding of the influence of rail transit on urban commercial spaces and how this influence shifts with temporal and urban developmental changes. It elucidates the correlation between changes in the number of businesses and spatial configuration, offering insights and information for urban planners and policy makers. This research also serves as a model for exploring the interplay between urban rail transit and commercial spaces in other major cities. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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This paper investigates the factors shaping the social and spatial configuration of informal settlements in Quito, centring on the research question: What configures the sociospatial layout of informal settlements? While extensive literature exists on the characteristics of informal settlements, scholars concur that the challenges these communities face are not static; they continuously change over time and differ significantly from one city to another. A qualitative method combining document analysis, site observations, and interviews with key stakeholders involved in informal settlements was adopted to gain a comprehensive understanding of these environments. The study reveals unreported factors influencing the configuration of informal settlements, including the role of social organisations like football leagues and the importance of local skills and knowledge. It also explores the connections and mutual influences between informal settlements, nearby neighbourhoods, and city core infrastructures, along with the demographic aspect within these communities. The findings of this study provide valuable contributions to academic research and practical applications in urban planning and policymaking. They offer fresh perspectives on the complexities of informal settlements, equipping urban planners and policymakers with crucial insights to inform strategies that are specifically designed to address the distinct needs of these communities. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Healthy living and well-being at all ages are one of the UN Sustainable Development Goals. Active mobility is a must as a basic choice for healthy individuals and communities in sustainable cities. However, commuting by walking presents a critical challenge in the city with rapid urbanization, leading to auto dependency rather than a non-motorized mode of residents' daily mobility. By employing spatial configurations of urban physical elements, the interaction between its association and active mobility can be unfolded. Bangkok, a megacity in Thailand, is used as a case study for the objective assessments by generating data from on-street images and incorporating it into the analysis through geographic information systems (GIS). The finding based on the results of spatial configurations related to the pedestrian volume can then be quantified. The linkage between the physical environment—both sidewalks and their surrounding context—can demonstrate its significance in term of relationship. This information is useful for promoting compact urban development with consideration of the availability of transportation systems, especially public transport, which can lead to the promotion of healthy cities and environmental protection while solving traffic problems. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Expansion of cities with population growth leads to the differentiation of urban texture, negatively affecting the accessibility of tourism areas in historical regions. For this reason, there is a need to develop tourism areas that enable people to experience the areas of historical heritage. Sustainable urban development, which is also the theory of the study, has become an agenda for the protection and revitalization of historical areas in order to increase accessibility to tourism. The Safranbolu Protected Area, which is one of the oldest settlements with its traditional housing texture and which is included in the UNESCO World Heritage Sites List in Turkey, was chosen as the study area. In this study, the aim is to examine the accessibility of historical tourism centers, analyze the spatial configuration of the street texture in the city of Karabük and determine the features of the formation mechanism of the Safranbolu historical region. The research questions are based on the impact of (1) the accessibility of the street network on the formation mechanism of the urban architecture and (2) the shaping of urban tourism areas in historical cities. The space syntax method was used to examine the relationship between the building features of the Safranbolu Urban Protected Area and the formation features of the space. Within the scope of the study, the accessibility of the Safranbolu historical center was examined through the street texture that shapes the city form using data from Open Street Map. Segment and axial analyses were made based on the current street network data of the city. The key findings of the research revealed that the accessibility level of the city's street network was practically effective in shaping the Safranbolu Urban Protected Area. It was theoretically found that the streets with a high global integration value in the city have an impact on the shaping of traditional architecture and constitute important routes for tourism in sustainable development. The findings serve as a reference for researchers in sustainable development, urban planners and local governments who will use it to test the methodology for understanding the street layout of the historical area and improving the experiential characteristics of the users. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The province of Yalova, located in the northwest of Turkey, has a unique architecture of traditional rural housing, but struggles to survive and be maintained due to industrialization. From this point of view, the study investigates the spatial configuration and discuss its relationship with culture by emphasizing the sustainability of the traditional rural dwellings of Yalova. For this purpose, space syntax analysis techniques are used as a method to examine the spatial topology of the architectural plan of eight samples selected from four different villages. Accordingly, in the two-storey houses examined, the halls and the interior stairs are the most integrated areas, while outdoors spaces have an important place in the social life of the residents. Due to privacy, the most secluded spaces are mostly toilets and bathrooms. The houses, with their homogeneous organization, have a weak genotype and have similar planning features. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Memorial museums serve as a record of the past and provide evidence of the past; moreover, they are a place for remembering the past and healing the present. In particular, their architectural language, such as movement through space, is actively involved in fostering public memory that implies a shared understanding of the past. However, it is hardly explained how public memory is configured in memorial museums, and how it is experienced by the act of moving around within the places. This study, hence, aims to investigate the configurational relationship between public memory and movement through space throughout an in-depth case study using visibility graph analysis as one of space syntax techniques, and movement tracking analysis. By examining the War Memorial of Korea, which is dedicated to commemorate sacrifices during the Korean War in memorial halls and chronologically describes wars in the Korean Peninsula, it was found out that a memorial museum works in a bifurcated way. Its spatial layout leads to a locally focused experience along a strongly structured commemorative sequence. On the contrary, it allows globally dispersed spatial experiences to take place along the integration core, suggesting both specific and wide-ranging themes and contents throughout their various exhibitions. Therefore, the locally focused paths elicit a commemorative experience by adding depth, whereas the globally dispersed paths bring about informal itineraries that start from their integration cores. It concludes that spatial configurations, as a non-verbal language, plays a role in transmitting the public memory. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Oxygen evolution reaction (OER) is the pivotal obstacle of water splitting for hydrogen production. Dual-sites catalysts (DSCs) are considered exceeding single-site catalysts due to the preternatural synergetic effects of two metals in OER. However, appointing the specific spatial configuration of dual-sites toward more efficient catalysis still remains a challenge. Herein, we constructed two configurations of Fe-Co dual-sites: stereo Fe-Co sites (stereo-Fe-Co DSC) and planar Fe-Co sites (planar-Fe-Co DSC). Remarkably, the planar-Fe-Co DSC has excellent OER performance superior to stereo-Fe-Co DSC. DFT calculations and experiments including isotope differential electrochemical mass spectrometry, in situ infrared spectroscopy, and in situ Raman reveal the *O intermediates can be directly coupled to form *O-O* rather than *OOH by both the DSCs, which could overcome the limitation of four electron transfer steps in OER. Especially, the proper Fe-Co distance and steric direction of the planar-Fe-Co benefit the cooperation of dual sites to dehydrogenate intermediates into *O-O* than stereo-Fe-Co in the rate-determining step. This work provides valuable insights and support for further research and development of OER dual-site catalysts. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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In contemporary society, a notable trend of diminishing family sizes has led to an increasing number of elderly individuals living in solitude, often facing the end of life alone. This phenomenon underscores a critical challenge: addressing the pervasive loneliness experienced by many seniors. In response to this pressing issue, the concept of "cross-generational co-living" emerges as a potential solution. By exploring and implementing cross-generational co-living models, this research contributes to the development of more inclusive, supportive, and adaptable environments. The investigation involved an extensive field study and comprehensive data analysis of twenty-four instances of cross-generational co-living spaces in China and Italy. This analysis utilized space syntax as a fundamental theoretical framework, incorporating convex graphical topological relationship extraction and visibility graph analysis models. The outcomes of the study indicate that the configuration of cross-generational co-living spaces include spatial form, type, location, and the proportion of areas. Spaces arranged in a cluster form are most effective in promoting mutual communication. Spatial types and locations characterized by elevated integration values demonstrate a heightened potential for cross-generational communication. Space possessing a higher integration value typically correlates with a reduced ratio of area discreteness. These findings are instrumental in understanding how cultural and societal variances shape the design and utilization of cross-generational co-living spaces. Consequently, this study provides valuable guidelines for improving environments that are essential for advancing the principles of age-friendly design, which aims to enhance the quality of life for the elderly and foster a more harmonious and interconnected society across all generations. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Improving urban walkability in the face of climate change is a critical challenge for urban designers. Street design strategies can mitigate heat stress and enhance pedestrian livability. Most previous studies conducted in hot climates recommend adopting deep canyons to improve summer conditions, overlooking the potential improvement of wide streets as essential structural elements of the urban fabric. This study was conducted in Biskra city, southern Algeria, where several mitigation strategies were applied to 'Emir Abdelkader Boulevard', as the main structural street inside the city, to create an optimal street model for arid climates. Five scenarios were developed based on three criteria: (Sc1) asymmetric profile northeast side (NES) > southwest side (SWS); (Sc2) asymmetric profile SWS > NES; (Sc3) cool paving; (Sc4) horizontal shading; and(Sc5) shading with a linear tree arrangement. ENVI-met software version 5.1.1 and the RayMan model were used to estimate the local climate conditions and outdoor thermal comfort levels based on the physiological equivalent temperature (PET). All scenarios reduced PET values across the street, with optimal reductions of −2.0 °C, −3.1 °C, −1.3 °C, −1.7 °C, and −1.2 °C in Sc1, Sc2, Sc3, Sc4, and Sc5, respectively. Concerning pedestrian areas, the optimal results durations were at the southwest side below the arcades' sidewalks during peak hours: Sc2, Sc3, Sc4, Sc5 (2.2 °C–3 H, 2.3 °C–3 H, 2.4 °C–3 H, 2.5 °C–2 H). Sc1 performed best during daytime hours on the northeast side. The utilizing of these results can strongly help urban planners and landscape architects in creating climate-responsive streets that enhance citizens' quality of life. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This study examines the spatial layout characteristics of three existing traditional gardens from the 18th–19th century with featured historical backgrounds and landscape designs in Yangzhou City: Heyuan Garden (1862), Geyuan Garden (1818), and West Garden of the Daming Temple (1751). Two space syntax models, i.e. visibility graph analysis and segment angular analysis, were used to clarify the characteristics of the garden spaces. A quantitative analysis was conducted using statistical programs to reveal similarities and differences in invisible space-structure relationships among the three gardens. These gardens exhibited comparable centralities in terms of their accessibility distribution characteristics. The “mean depth” and “intelligibility” values were allocated such that visitors could access the global spaces effortlessly owing to the arrangement of these gardens. Scrutinising the “connectivity” parameter revealed that the intuitive perceptions of visitors were more diverse at the knee and eye levels because of the spatial structure of the gardens. This study can help understand the effect of cultural practices and societal norms on the design of traditional gardens. The findings of this study can aid in the conservation of cultural heritage and help restore the gardens in Yangzhou City from the perspective of analysing invisible space structures.

Questioning the research on traditional settlements and town planning, which tends to result in the mere recording and preservation of the appearance of houses, this study positions itself as an attempt to achieve a careful and more holistic understanding of local and spatial characteristics. This case study of homes in Tsutsuishi aims to grasp the spontaneous space systems in relationship with indoor and outdoor spaces. Focusing on the spaces functionally tied to the street called Sondo, including the toilet, kitchen and outdoor sink, the analysis verifies factors in their arrangement and their relationship with the interior spaces of the houses through field survey (exterior and interior surveys, and an interview) and statistical analysis. Results of the study reveal a portion of the complex configuration of spaces facing Sondo and its factors including the spatial distinction between service wet spaces in cooperation with neighbouring houses and residences across the Sondo, the typical spatial type, and the varied spatial forms and combinations. In other words, the space configuration along Sondo in Tsutsuishi is a complex mixture of space types and the relationship of each to their surroundings, responding to the unique circumstances of each dwelling.

Many Asian countries are experiencing rapid urbanization. Japan is no exception, and urbanization is progressing in many regions. This study focuses on condominiums that have supported Japan’s urbanization and captures the evolution of their common areas. We target condominiums built in Sapporo City and analyze changes over a 40-year period based on data books and pamphlet drawings. The survey results revealed the following four points: 1) We determined the trends of the reduction in site and building areas and the move to an increase in number of floors. 2) In recent years, the installation rates of various common facilities, such as storage rooms, have increased. 3) We observed that the separation between public and private became clear with the progress of common facilities that had been moved indoors and outdoors, and in particular, the progressing trend of consolidating common facilities on the first floor of residential buildings. 4) We ascertained that, accompanying the consolidation of common facilities on the first floor, the number of flow lines from the inside to common facilities such as “parking lots” increased, where the original relationship with the outside in particular had been enhanced.

Abstract The Daming Temple, built during 457–464 C.E., is one of the developing ancient temple heritage spaces located in Yangzhou city, P. R. China. Over the past 60 years, variation in visitors’ spatial perception along the tour routes in the temple has occurred. This research attempts to reveal the changes in visitors’ visual perception along the spatial sequences at 3 different times (i.e., 1962, 1973 and 2022). A quantitative GIS-based method, which includes analysing the distribution of visitors’ spatial preferences and spatial configuration, is proposed. Digital landscape tools and quantitative estimation methods are used, including mapping within Rhinoceros software, the kernel density estimation (KDE) method within ArcGIS software and spatial syntax analysis within DepthMap software. Extracted geodata from 500 photographs of the heritage space taken by volunteer visitors are analysed within the GIS environment. Values of the mean depth (MD) at both levels of visibility and accessibility are calculated within the visibility graph analysis (VGA) model. Comparisons between the visual preferences of the visitors and the spatial configuration along the spatial sequence are conducted. The results indicate that the spatial sequence has a significant impact on visitors’ visual preferences and tour routes. The phenomenon of spatial sequence among dynamic temporal variations and the effects of narrative spaces along the spatial sequence are highlighted and explained, which reveal the relationship between visitors’ geospatial preference and the spatial configuration of the temple. Some suggestions are put forwards for further studies on the revitalisation and management of East Asian ancient temple heritage spaces.

Contemporary university curricula increasingly encourage students to develop peer academic support relationships, especially first-year students who are facing the transition from teacher-oriented to self-directed learning. Previous studies have identified spatial layout as a factor impacting peer relationships by comparing the effects of different spatial layout categories. More insights into the quantitative correlation between spatial layout and peer academic support relationships will meaningfully complement the existing findings. This paper therefore uses spatial configuration and spatial proximity as quantitative measures and adopts a quasi-experimental approach to investigate the effects of spatial layout on peer academic support relationships in first-year university students. Data were collected from a sample of first-year students enrolled in the School of Architecture at South China University of Technology. We use longitudinal data to measure and compare the peer academic support relationships as well as the corresponding spatial layout. The results support the importance of the spatial layout of the learning space for the development of peer academic support relationships. In addition, suggestions for university administrators and architects are proposed.

Agroecological transition requires research and actions at the scale of local territories, in which agricultural activities interact with the environment and natural resources depending on a territory’s spatial configuration. To support the agroecological transition, there is an urgent need to design and implement new spatial configurations. For this, local public authorities in France can be considered as an interesting level of governance, because of their skills in spatial planning and their interest in agriculture, to ensure the ecological transition of their territory. However, new methodological frameworks need to be developed to support the design of new spatial configurations of territories, by constructing representations of the territory that consider both agricultural and socio-environmental issues, and by involving agricultural and non-agricultural stakeholders so that both can project themselves into the new spatial configurations. We developed a new methodological framework at the interface between landscape agronomy and landscape architects’ approaches, and experimented with applying this framework in the Urban Community of Dunkirk (UCD), which was performing a spatial planning approach called a Landscape Plan and proposing to create an Agricultural Park. The results show that the implementation of the methodological framework enabled the construction of a spatially explicit and place-based representation including the spatial issues of farming systems. These representations enable a local authority’s stakeholders to enhance their knowledge of the agricultural issues and consider changes in the spatial configuration of the Agricultural Park. In the discussion, we question the adaptation of the framework in rural territory and highlight the limitations of local authorities as the level of governance at which to address the agroecological transition at the territorial scale.

It is critical that we move our understanding of the ecosystem services (ESs) produced by landscapes from the present abundance of analysis to a fundamental basis of design. This involves enhancing the ability to understand and model the interconnected, coevolving system of humans and the rest of nature, thus contributing to the design of sustainable landscapes. In this paper, we hypothesise that the spatial configuration of landscape components (the size and arrangement of tree clumps, paddocks, crops, water features, etc.) impacts the production of regulating ESs, which in turn have a leveraging effect on provisioning and cultural ESs. Drawing on the precepts of Ecological Field Theory, we present the development and implications of a conceptual Geographic Information System (GIS)-based model, ESMAX, that utilises the idiosyncratic distance-decay characteristics of regulating ESs. These 'ES fields' are visualised as radiating into the landscape from their source components, addressing a gap in biophysical reality that has been identified as a shortcoming of existing ES modelling based on landcover proxies. Hypothetical landscape arrangements of simplified landscape components are tested with ESMAX across three regulating ESs: cooling effect, nitrogen retention, and habitat provision. The model calculates the overall ES performance of each landscape arrangement by tabulating the ES fields produced and, critically, the nonlinear response where fields overlap. The results indicate a primary sensitivity to the size of components and a secondary sensitivity to the arrangement of components. Consequently, ESMAX can be used to design landscape configurations that (1) maximise the production of specific regulating ESs and (2) improve the utilisation of natural ES-producing resources. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Shopping malls are an integral feature of the urban environment. Abuja is one of the fastest growing cities in Africa. With its thriving population, it has become a hub of urban activities. The presence of shopping complexes within the city is on a steady increase. Wayfinding is an activity that every shopper must engage in. The need for more wayfinding research in the Nigerian context is evident. A study was carried to explore spatial organization for effective wayfinding in shopping malls. Case study was carried out on three shopping malls in Abuja using a visual survey, questionnaire survey and Visibility Graph Analysis for space syntax. Results from the visual survey and questionnaire survey support findings from literature that users tend to rely on physical features and coded information for their wayfinding tasks before engaging social practices. The VGA run on the floor plans of the ground floors of the shopping malls revealed that linear floor plan configuration is more intelligible than non-linear configurations, thus users will find it easier to find their way in linear spatial configurations than in non-linear. This is primarily due to the interruption of visual sight lines. The paper recommends that architects should pay more attention to designing legible spaces that support efficient wayfinding by utilizing good spatial configuration as well as adequate coded information and use of landmarks. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Indonesia's risks of natural disasters force its people to live and adapt. It happens in Samarinda's urban settlements, which flood annually. Indonesia, a religious country, applied religion to most aspects of life. The religious element is persistent even in homes being inundated by floods. Devout Muslims consistently perform the five daily Shalah and sometimes Sunnah prayers in flooded conditions. This paper analyzed the spatial configuration of the Muslim prayer space in the flooded residence from different phases. The study method was based on Justified Graph analysis, and the sample was a stilt house in some periods. The research locus was in the most settlement area covering frequent floods. This research found that Integration and Mean Depth were the critical factors in prayer spaces in flooded homes due to the connection with other spaces, visual control, and interaction. Muslim home renovations should have a prayer space with high Integration value and low Mean Depth. High Integration connects the prayer space to numerous rooms, making controlling and interacting with others during a flood easier. Low Mean Depth allows easy access to the prayer space from the main entrance. A prayer space will ensure the house has a safe area during a flood. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]