Planning of bicycle infrastructure for urban sustainable mobility: Kharkiv case study
Keywords:
bicycle infrastructure, sustainable urban mobility, transport planning, safety, ecological effectAbstract
The paper presents a comprehensive approach to strategic planning of bicycle infrastructure as a key element of sustainable urban mobility. The research integrates spatial planning analysis, bicycle traffic modelling, and an objective assessment of infrastructural solutions (Kharkiv case study). The approach focuses on developing technological principles for a rational bicycle infrastructure scheme that balances spatial constraints with residents’ mobility needs and contributes to an inclusive urban environment. Special attention is given to dynamic bicycle traffic modelling using PTV VISSIM and to the evaluation of effectiveness using the intersection hazard index. Based on traffic flow analysis, a survey of local residents, existing national regulations, and international best practices, the study substantiates the social, environmental, and economic benefits of integrating cycling infrastructure. Results show that combining cycle lanes along the main highway with protected tracks at intersections reduces the traffic safety indicator (from 0.699 to 0.577), decreases average transport delays by over 106 seconds, and provides a significant environmental benefit. The positive economic effect and investment payback period confirm the feasibility of the proposed solutions. The findings are practically relevant for local authorities, design organizations, and civic initiatives involved in sustainable urban mobility planning.
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