Public transportation in UK viewed as a complex network
Physics and Society
2020-03-24 v2
Abstract
In this paper we investigate the topological and spatial features of public transport networks (PTN) within the UK. Networks investigated include London, Manchester, West Midlands, Bristol, national rail and coach networks during 2011. Using methods in complex network theory and statistical physics we are able to discriminate PTNs with respect to their stability; which is the first of this kind for national networks. Moreover, taking advantage of various fractal properties we gain useful insights into the serviceable area of stations. These features can be employed as key performance indicators in aid of further developing efficient and stable PTNs.
Cite
@article{arxiv.1705.07266,
title = {Public transportation in UK viewed as a complex network},
author = {R. de Regt and C. von Ferber and Yu. Holovatch and M. Lebovka},
journal= {arXiv preprint arXiv:1705.07266},
year = {2020}
}
Comments
23 pages, 9 figures