Agent-Based Simulation

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A New Tool for Agent-Based Modeling

This tool from Sidewalk Labs lets planners draw upon vast quantities of data to create agent-based models, simulating who gains and loses when changes are made.

June 6, 2017 - Next City

Santa Barbara sidewalk

Taking the Guesswork out of Designing for Walkability

The lack of adequate pedestrian behavior models means that designing for walkability has largely remained a matter of intuition. However, agent-based simulation can provide insight into the keys for creating pedestrian-friendly places.

May 21, 2013 - Xiongbing Jin

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