Behavioral analysis on vehicle-pedestrian interactions In Iran

Abstract

KEYWORDSPedestrian accidents; Vehicle-pedestrian collision; Vehicle driver behavior; Pedestrian behavior; DREAM method.Abstract. Statistics for the injured and killed pedestrian accidents in recent years have expressed high vulnerability of this group of road users. By identifying in uential factors in the interactions of pedestrians-vehicles and representing appropriate solutions to reduce the impact of these factors, the possibility of such interactions and, consequently, the relative accidents can be reduced. In the present research, based on Naturalistic Driving Studies (NDS), the driving behaviors of 29 drivers of vehicles were investigated. In the local urban routes of Babol City in Mazandaran, Iran, 289 vehicle-pedestrian interactions at the tra c peak hours were determined. By analyzing the interactions using the DREAM method (Driving Reliability and Error Analysis Method), the risk factors were identi ed and two causal patterns were determined for pedestrian crossings and places lacking any pedestrian crossings. Drivers talking to passengers and listening to music were among the factors in uencing the occurrence of interactions at pedestrian crossings. Unexpected behaviors by pedestrians while crossing (such as sudden running, crossing careless of the tra c ow, and crossing without obtaining the permission from the vehicle driver) played a substantial role in the occurrence of interactions in places without pedestrian crossings. Finally, some solutions were proposed for reducing the chances of occurrence of interactions.

Analyzing Drivers’ Mental Patterns Using Q-Methodology

“…An example of this mistake was the aggressive behaviors of pedestrians, such as running on the road or starting to cross the street without looking at the route were one of them. For driver's error, distracted drivers were noticeable, and the reason for distraction was either talking to the occupants or listening to music [24]. In another study, a set of drivers' actions to prevent pedestrians from colliding in divided and undivided roads was assessed.…”

“…Yet, the essential feature of the performance suggests that the drivers must not be confused by other internal or external factors. Previous studies have reported the negative impact of internal distraction factors such as a cellphone[29] [30], or talking to passengers[24], as well as eating and drinking[30] [31] on doing a proper performance by the driver. The effect of external tools, such as traffic signs[32] [33] or digital billboards[7] on driver distraction and the likelihood of an accident has also been reported.…”

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“…Further, because of impatient U-turn behavior that violates the priority rule, a median opening is also a risk-prone traffic facility. It is therefore necessary to prevent some risky driving behaviors in these areas, including speeding [2][3][4]. Due to the limited use of auxiliary lanes in these areas, some safety countermeasures may improve traffic safety to some extent.…”

Using Association Rules to Investigate Causality Patterns of Safety-Related Incidents in the Construction Industry

“…Despite recent efforts and improvements in safety in this industry, injury and fatality accidents have not significantly decreased [4]; Then, safety is still considered an open issue in construction management. To reduce fatal and injury accidents and improve safety performance, researchers must be more concerned with identifying and analyzing factors influencing accident [5] [6]. Heinrich (1959) stated that if contributory factors to accidents are recognized, most of the accidents will be controllable [7].…”