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Research on Vibration Comfort of Non-Motorized Lane Riding Based on Three-Axis Acceleration

Authors :
Yuecheng Li
Liangjie Xu
Xi Huang
Hao Xiao
Source :
Applied Sciences, Vol 14, Iss 1, p 441 (2024)
Publication Year :
2024
Publisher :
MDPI AG, 2024.

Abstract

To enhance cycling comfort, a critical investigation of vibration effects in non-motorized bicycle riding is essential, focusing on road characteristics and traffic features. The analysis of how these elements influence cycling vibrations identified 13 key factors. This study utilized non-motorized bicycle lanes in Wuhan City for empirical research. Three-axis accelerometers were attached to riders’ torsos to measure vibration comfort levels. The observed road segments ranged from slightly to relatively uncomfortable. This study employed the random forest algorithm and logistic regression to analyze the influencing factors further. Six factors emerged as significant in affecting cycling comfort: the existence of dedicated non-motorized bicycle lanes, the lack of a physical barrier between non-motorized and motorized traffic, cycling speed, road surface irregularities, parking areas within non-motorized lanes, and bicycle type. This research offers valuable insights into non-motorized bicycle lane usage and contributes to the development of urban non-motorized bicycle infrastructure, supporting sustainable urban transportation.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
20763417
Volume :
14
Issue :
1
Database :
Directory of Open Access Journals
Journal :
Applied Sciences
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
edsdoj.3eb129be558644d9b52b85a0ee0747fc
Document Type :
article
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.3390/app14010441