Analyzing the Moving Characteristics of Pedestrians and Non-Motorized Vehicles on a One-Way Road Based on Actual Videos

When non-motorized vehicles and people travel on one-way roadways, traffic mobility and safety become significant concerns. When combined with constrained road space, the stark disparity between pedestrian walking speeds and non-motorized vehicle riding speeds can quickly result in gridlock and accidents. To better understand the behavioral traits of pedestrians and non-motorized vehicles on one-way roads, this article examines the interaction between pedestrians and these vehicles in mixed traffic flow. It was discovered that whether or not pedestrians are moving in groups impacts their speed. Pedestrians travel more freely and are more widely dispersed in the vertical highway direction. Still, non-motorized vehicles are more inclined to travel on the middle and right side of the road. Large disparities exist in the overtaking process of non-motorized vehicles due to variances in the safe spacing needs and speeds of bikers and pedestrians. It is feasible to support the sustainable development and enhancement of the transportation system by monitoring and evaluating the actions of walkers and non-motorized vehicles. This will enable traffic control authorities and urban planners to get helpful recommendations and direction.