A REVIEW PAPER ON THE STUDY OF ROAD USER CHARACTERISTICS USING VISWALK FOR KR MARKET

The rapid urbanization of cities such as Bangalore has led to a significant rise in both pedestrian and vehicular traffic, particularly in densely populated areas like KR Market. Understanding the dynamics of road user behaviour in these high-activity zones is essential for improving infrastructure and ensuring safety. This review paper explores the movement patterns of pedestrians, drawing on various studies to provide a comprehensive analysis. A key focus is on Viswalk, a sophisticated microscopic simulation tool for pedestrian dynamics, which facilitates the examination of critical behaviors such as walking speeds and crowd interactions. The insights gained from this analysis offer valuable information that urban planners and policymakers can leverage to make informed, data-driven decisions aimed at enhancing the safety and experience of road users in urban marketplaces.