Micro-simulation of individual space-time behavior in urban environments: A new model and first experiences

Theo A. Arentze, D. Ettema, Harry J.P. Timmermans

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    Abstract

    In this paper we propose a model to simulate activity-travel choice of individuals for a multi-week period, taking within-household interactions into account. The model is based on the needs-based framework that we developed in earlier work. This framework is based on the assumption that underlying the activities that individuals conduct in space and time is a limited set of universal needs. We show how this model can be specified and applied specifically to assess the utility individuals derive from their activities given long-term decisions of the household such as residential location, availability of transportation means and working hours. Thus, the model can be used as a component of a system for predicting long-term mobility decisions of households and impacts of these decisions on activity-travel behavior. We discuss results of simulations that illustrate the working and performance of the model.

    Original languageEnglish
    Title of host publicationProceedings of 10th International Conference on Computers in Urban Planning and Urban Management, CUPUM 2007
    PublisherUtrecht University
    Pages1-24
    Number of pages24
    ISBN (Print)9788585205775
    Publication statusPublished - 2007
    Event10th International Conference on Computers in Urban Planning and Urban Management, CUPUM 2007 - Iguassu Falls, PR, Brazil
    Duration: 11 Jul 200713 Jul 2007

    Publication series

    NameProceedings of 10th International Conference on Computers in Urban Planning and Urban Management, CUPUM 2007

    Conference

    Conference10th International Conference on Computers in Urban Planning and Urban Management, CUPUM 2007
    Country/TerritoryBrazil
    CityIguassu Falls, PR
    Period11/07/0713/07/07

    Keywords

    • Accessibility analysis
    • Activity-based modeling
    • Dynamic choice behavior
    • Integrated transport-land-use systems
    • Micro-simulation

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