The aim of this study is to simulate and improve the flow of wheelchairs in Mecca Makkah Holy Mos... more The aim of this study is to simulate and improve the flow of wheelchairs in Mecca Makkah Holy Mosque. To do so, the existing vertical circulations in the Holy Mosque were analyzed to identify their capacities and weaknesses in the year of 1431A.H. Based on the analysis and review of related work, there were two types of recommendations in order to improve the flow of wheelchairs: (1) administrative solution, and (2) architectural changes. The simulation model showed that the administrative solution (which allows only specific users of wheelchairs who are severely handicapped to utilize elevators while others are directed towards Ajyad ramp) enhanced the flow by 15%. On the other hand, the architectural solution was accomplished by providing external travelators which again enhance d the flow by almost 9%. This is the best solution because it avoids fatiguing its users and can accommodate more users in case of an increased flow of pilgrims. (151 words)
Feminists have long known that gender and mobility are inseparable, influencing each other in pro... more Feminists have long known that gender and mobility are inseparable, influencing each other in profound and often subtle ways. Tackling complex societal problems, such as sustainability, will require improved understandings of the relationships between gender ...
The aim of this study is to simulate and improve the flow of wheelchairs in Mecca Makkah Holy Mos... more The aim of this study is to simulate and improve the flow of wheelchairs in Mecca Makkah Holy Mosque. To do so, the existing vertical circulations in the Holy Mosque were analyzed to identify their capacities and weaknesses in the year of 1431A.H. Based on the analysis and review of related work, there were two types of recommendations in order to improve the flow of wheelchairs: (1) administrative solution, and (2) architectural changes. The simulation model showed that the administrative solution (which allows only specific users of wheelchairs who are severely handicapped to utilize elevators while others are directed towards Ajyad ramp) enhanced the flow by 15%. On the other hand, the architectural solution was accomplished by providing external travelators which again enhance d the flow by almost 9%. This is the best solution because it avoids fatiguing its users and can accommodate more users in case of an increased flow of pilgrims. (151 words)
Feminists have long known that gender and mobility are inseparable, influencing each other in pro... more Feminists have long known that gender and mobility are inseparable, influencing each other in profound and often subtle ways. Tackling complex societal problems, such as sustainability, will require improved understandings of the relationships between gender ...
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