Browsing University Publications by Author "Dias, Charitha"
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COVID 19 PANDEMIC: IMPACTS AND FUTURE IMPLICATIONS ON PERSONAL TRAVEL BEHAVIOR IN THE STATE OF QATAR
Alhajyaseen, Wael; Hussain, Qinaat; Kharbeche, Mohamed; Dias, Charitha ( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)In December 2019, a novel and contagious coronavirus also known as Covid-19 outbroke in Wuhan, China. In response to the virus, many countries implemented strict travel restrictions and lockdowns to hold back the spread ... -
Exploring Crowd Management and Evacuation Strategies using Microscopic Pedestrian Simulation: A Case Study of Souq Waqif
Mohammed, Shabna Sayed; Dias, Charitha; Alhajyaseen, Wael; Alqaradawi, Mohammed Yousef ( Qatar University Press , 2023 , Conference Paper)Safe egress plans are critical for crowd evacuation at touristic attractions, particularly during special events, as visitors are often unaware of their options. Identification of bottlenecks in the walking spaces are vital ... -
Mega Events and Crowd Evacuation at Tourist Attractions: A Case Study of Souq Waqif using Pedestride Crowd Simulation Tool
Abdelaal, Ali; Dias, Charitha; Sarvi, Majid; Alhajyaseen, Wael; Tarlochan, Faris ( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)Evacuating individuals at large gathering places can be achieved safely and efficiently through the detailed understanding of crowd dynamics within a certain location. Souq Waqif is a major tourist attraction in Qatar that ...