Network analysis on the route for bicycle in city

A case study in Yokohama city, around Aobadai station

Abstract

Today, bicycle is important for urban transportation. This paper analyzed the route for bicycle in city area. First, the relation between bicycle speed and the gradient of slope was estimated. Second, the route chosen by bicycle user was compared with following three route models estimated by network analysis; the shortest distance route, the shortest time route and the shortest time route with restriction of gradient. Third, the cross M-function method was applied to these route models. As a result, the preference in route choice by bicycle user was clarified to suggest the road network for bicycle.