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technology2 years ago•2 min saved

The Impact of AI on Urban Planning and Design: A Mixed Bag

A study from Tsinghua University in China demonstrates that artificial intelligence (AI) can generate more efficient spatial layouts for urban planning than humans, outperforming human designs by about 50% in terms of access to services, green spaces, and traffic levels. The AI system, developed by automation scientist Yu Zheng and colleagues, can save significant time by automating tedious computational tasks, allowing human planners to focus on more challenging or human-centric aspects of urban planning. The researchers envision AI as an assistant to urban planners, generating concept designs that are optimized by algorithms and reviewed by human experts based on community feedback.

via ScienceAlert|

#ai #city-design #efficiency

urban-planning2 years ago•4 min saved

Saudi Arabia's Neom: A Revolutionary Urban Competitor to Miami, Say Researchers

Researchers from the Complexity Science Hub argue that Saudi Arabia's ambitious urban construction project, "The Line," is not a revolutionary model for future cities. They highlight concerns about the city's linear design, which hinders active mobility and necessitates heavy reliance on public transportation. The researchers propose that a circular design, "The Circle," would offer better connectivity and allow for more active mobility options. They emphasize the importance of public engagement in urban design and raise questions about the sustainability and practicality of The Line as a showcase for modern building and urban planning technologies.

via Phys.org|

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