Zahra Bahari Sojahrood; Mohammad Taleai
Abstract
Extended Abstract
Introduction
The most important challenge in urban land use planning is the spatial organization of urban activities and functions based on the needs of urban society. Extracting the current rules that exist in the city not only adds local conditions to the standard values mentioned ...
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Extended Abstract
Introduction
The most important challenge in urban land use planning is the spatial organization of urban activities and functions based on the needs of urban society. Extracting the current rules that exist in the city not only adds local conditions to the standard values mentioned in various instructions (Habib et al, 1999; Shiea 2018; Saeedinia 2004) but also makes it possible to analyze with comparing the existing conditions of the city with the standards. There is some research to examine the current situation of the city. Most of these studies have used statistical methods (Hosseinzadeh et al. 1399; Omidipour et al, 2017; Mohammadnejad et al. 2012).
A few of them have utilized data mining methods, but none of these studies examine existing patterns between one type of land use with other land uses. In addition, the method used in this research is a new method that tries to use the capabilities of association rules and decision trees in exploring co-located patterns by combining these methods.Therefore, considering the importance and necessity of addressing this issue, the purpose of this research is to explore the current situation of urban land use by using data mining methods to discover the current patterns in the location of land uses in the vicinity and at different distances.
Finally, providing rules derived from these models may help planners and managers to understand the current status of land use appropriately and improve urban land-use plans by utilizing them in combination with standards and rules based on expert knowledge.
Materials & Methods
Spatial association rules
Association rules discover the laws of interdependence between the data of a large database. In other words, patterns that are frequently repeated in the data set are identified and used to explain the rules of dependence (Han & et al, 2011: 54; Li 2015). The rules of the association in which one of the propositions in the premise or sequence contains a spatial relation are called spatial association rules (Geissen & et al, 2007: 277-287, Mennis & et al, 2005: 5-17).
Decision Tree
The decision tree is one of the most powerful and common techniques for classification and prediction. Among the algorithms used to construct the decision tree, the most important is the C5 algorithm which is the developed ID3 algorithm.
Methodology
A n*l transaction matrix is generated. Where n is the number of available features and l represents the number of types of land use studied, which is 19 in this article. The elements of this matrix can be zero or one.
To fill the transaction matrix, we first consider the distance and apply buffer analysis for all the features in the land use layer. Then, for each feature, we intersect the buffer layer of that feature with the land-use layer and extract all the features that appeared at the intersection. Arc GIS software was used to perform spatial analysis.
Then, to extract the current rules of land use in the urban environment, the a priori algorithm is selected as one of the association rules algorithms, and the C5 algorithm is selected as one of the decision tree algorithms.
In this research, the user data of neighborhood 4, district 5 of Tehran Municipality, including 1065 property plots, were used.
Results & Discussion
In this step, the proposed model for deriving the rules of land use dependence based on the current situation of land use in the study area is implemented step by step and the results are presented.
According to existing standards, three distances are considered to extract spatial rules with an apriori algorithm. After extracting the rules, they are compared with the values of approved standards in urban land use planning. Vicinity and compatibility are examples of indicators in common standards for locating and determining land use for the land. Using the extracted rules, the indicators are examined.
Due to the lack of extraction of some rules by association rules, for example, not extracted rules related to therapeutic land uses within 300 meters from residential land uses, we use the decision tree algorithm to extract related rules in more detail. The graphs obtain from the decision tree shows which land uses are effective for predicting and categorizing specific land uses, based on the current status of the land uses located in the case study area.
Conclusion
The purpose of this paper is to data mining the current status of urban land uses to extract the rules of neighborhood and proximity of different land uses. Using the proposed model in this article, it is possible to extract the existing rules of land uses in detail and as well as to evaluate its compliance with conventional standards and criteria in urban land use planning.
Sara Karami; Mohammad Taleai
Abstract
Extended Abstract Introduction Road signs not only provide drivers with the necessary information and guidance, but also inform them of related rules and probable risks along roads. Safety of roads, and thus minimum delay and discomfort for drivers depends on traffic order. This order is only achieved ...
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Extended Abstract Introduction Road signs not only provide drivers with the necessary information and guidance, but also inform them of related rules and probable risks along roads. Safety of roads, and thus minimum delay and discomfort for drivers depends on traffic order. This order is only achieved if road signs can accurately guide drivers. Design of road signs have been evaluated in different fields of traffic engineering and urban design. Based on these evaluations, parameters like proper distance (distance in which a sign is legible for those driving in different speeds), and proper height (the height in which light reflection from the surface of the sign is minimized) have been introduced. Lack of a generalized method for designing and positioning of road signs, along with inadequate attention to their proper installation can cause a serious risk for drivers. Systematic positioning of road signs on highways and urban pathways with an especial attention to different criteria of sights has a significant impact on drivers’ ability to find the best route on time, and thus minimizes probable confusion and heavy traffic. Visibility in three-dimensional space refers to three-dimensional characteristic of different barriers along the roads. In most analytical studies, extruded objects and a perspective of the three-dimensional model are simulated. In this approach, three-dimensional analysis is usually performed based on an analysis in two-dimensional space. As an instance, the concept of spatial openness index (SOI) was introduced in 3D space. This concept refers to the volume of space observable for an observer. SOI is measured by defining a cone in the observers’ position based on which simulation is performed. In this way, the volume of observable space will be reduced in the presence of obstacles. 3D visibility analysis is closely related to human perception. When human eyes observe a scene, distant objects appear smaller than closer ones. Thus, if this difference in distance is considered, the final simulation will be closer to reality. Distance index shows the space width scale by calculating the distance between the observer and the target. In this method, a decrease in distance results in a more comprehensive perception, while increased distance decreases observers’ ability to perceive the environment. Based on the distance to target and observer’s view angle, three-dimensional projection simulates observers’ view and illustrates 3D obstacles on a 2D plane. The present study seeks to provide an approach based on spatial analysis in 3D space to evaluate the visibility of road signs. Materials & Methods Indices like height and direction of road signs, perceivable distance and horizontal angle between signs and the observer (driver), and finally perceivable area of the signs effect the visibility of signs. In the proposed method, total area of each sign perceivable for drivers driving in different situations is calculated using projective geometry. In order to evaluate visibility of road signs for vehicles (driver) in different positions, spatial indices such as overlap area (area resulted from the reflection of barriers on the sign face), distance between the center of road signs and the center of overlap area, and a combination of overlap area and distance are presented. Then, different simulation scenarios are designed for the vehicle’s motion on a simulated roadway and the performance of each indicator are evaluated. Index of combination (combination of overlap area and distance) was selected as final visibility measure. With an increase in distance from the center of the sign, the overlap area decreases and visibility increases. In order to determine visibility, visual status of the vehicle (driver) is evaluated based on four categories: poor, good, medium and excellent. Results & Discussion In order to simulate drivers’ vision, model spatial objects along the route and find optimal position for road signs, an appropriate analytical model is required. Results indicate that the proposed method can be used as an appropriate tool for optimal positioning of road signs along a route.
Seyedeh Sareh Dabiri; Mohammad Taleai; Ghasem Javadi
Abstract
Introduction
The study of the areas with geothermal energy potential is of particular importance in realizing the goals ofsustainable development. Areas with geothermal potential areof great importance in terms of application as renewable energy resources, tourist attraction, greenhouse construction, ...
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Introduction
The study of the areas with geothermal energy potential is of particular importance in realizing the goals ofsustainable development. Areas with geothermal potential areof great importance in terms of application as renewable energy resources, tourist attraction, greenhouse construction, etc.Generally, in geothermal exploration projects, studies are initially carried out with regard to the existing indicators, and the outcome of the primary location is used for more detailed studies. The identification of the areas with geothermal potential, which is the first phase of geothermal energy exploration, is complex and difficult.
Determining areas with geothermal energypotential as a basis for clean and environment friendly natural energyexploration studies, is important for achieving sustainable development. The purpose of this paper is to identify the areas with geothermal potential with regard to the characteristics of the northwest regions of Iran and the application of Geospatial Information Systems and Multi-criteria analysis methods, which have many advantages in the field of exploring the regions with geothermal potential.
In this study, the spatial Multi-criteria analysis package of ILWIS software and also the decision-making method based on the Ordered Weighted Average (OWA) in TerrSet(IDRISI) software have been used
Different scenarios of decision-making were implemented in the case study area and, the results were compared with the location of hot water springs in the region. The results indicate that the location of the determined sites is close to the hot water springs, which confirms the results of the proposed model of the paper.
Materials & Methods
The study of geothermal energy with the help of the spatial information system has drawn the attention in recent years. The purpose of this paper is to study areas with geothermal potential in the northwestern regions of Iran. These regions have different effects on the Earthand the researchers of this field use these effects to find new methods for measuring geothermal resources (Yousefy, 2006). Nowadays, GIS-based MCDM techniques are effectively used in these types of studies. Therefore, it has been tried to use some of these techniques in this research. In addition to the novelty of the topic of the geothermal studies in Iran, the issue of modeling different decision-making scenarios has been taken into consideration fromthe pessimistic view (with low risk) to the optimistic one (with high risk). Therefore, in this research,areas with geothermal potential have been identified and compared, with the help of study with the help of spatial data and Multi-criteria decision-making methods. In this study, decision-making criteria are evaluated and selected usinglibrary studies from previous researches. Also, based on the weighting methods and the integration of criteria, 8 scenarios were produced and their results were compared with each other. Meanwhile, the weight of the criteria was calculated using questionnaires and the analytic hierarchy process (AHP) method. The Ordered Weighted Average (OWA) method was applied to create various scenarios. Figure-1 shows the stages of this research.
Results & Discussion
The two software (ILWIS and TerrSet), provide powerful tool for standardizing, weighting and integratingthe standard maps associated with the decision-making process. In the implementation stage, the maps are standardizedafter the preparation of thestandard maps in the acceptable format of each software. In this study, fuzzy and AHP methods were used for standardization and weighting,respectively. Finally, the input factors are integrated according to different scenarios. The results are shown in Fig-8. In order to evaluate the results, the geothermal map produced based on the model proposed in this article has been compared with the location of hot water springs. The results of most scenarios show that, hot water springs are generally located in two classes with high suitability which confirms the results of the research. In Fig-9, hot springs are located in the classes with high suitability, as it was expected. This means that the results of this research are acceptable. Adaptation and compatibility of the geothermal map and the existing situation provide the possibility of using the results of the case study area in the exploration studies of other regions.
Conclusion
In this research, multi-criteria decision-making based on the use of GIS tool was used as a feasibility study in the first phase of geothermal exploration. The layers were processed and using theAHP-OWA integration methods in the 8 scenarios, they were integrated and the obtained results were investigated and compared. In most scenarios, hot water springs are in suitable or very suitable classes. This reflects the acceptable results obtained from the proposed modeling of this research.
Zahra Bahari Sejehroudi; Mohammad Taleei
Abstract
Today, tourism is considered as one of the economic resources, especially in countries with a cultural history and numerous tourist attractions.In this regard, tourist advisory systems have been designed to help tourists. Planning tourism prior to traveling, allows a person to have a better visit and ...
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Today, tourism is considered as one of the economic resources, especially in countries with a cultural history and numerous tourist attractions.In this regard, tourist advisory systems have been designed to help tourists. Planning tourism prior to traveling, allows a person to have a better visit and see more places. Therefore, it is necessary and inevitable to do so. Various and numerous factors are involved in tourism planning. Time management and the selection of tourist attractions in accordance with one's interests are among the most important of these factors. In the present article, a web-based tourism planning system was designed and implemented to help tourists to visit favorite attractions in the shortest time possible. In the development of this system, the integration of methods based on spatial decision-making support system and spatial analysis functions have been used. The criteria taken into account in it, include criteria related to geotourism and effective geological factors and other types of tourism. The designed system carries out the tourism planning through information such as interests, number of days and the starting location of the tourist for each day separately and together with the presentation of the daily tourist plan, it determines the best route between the selected locations, and performs both the spatial and temporal management simultaneously. This system was implemented for Tehran's tourist sites and its capabilities were evaluated.
