Geometric design of curvature and widening of bicycle paths

For better cycling infrastructure and improved bicycle safety, upgraded guidelines and an advanced design classification system are required, which take into consideration the geometry of roads, the acting forces and the dimensions of the bicycle. The rise in the number of accidents, puts a question mark to the current bicycle classification systems in terms of bicycle safety. Currently, a universally accepted bicycle classification system does not exist. This study aims to provide a unique set of design parameters, developed by deriving various formulas related to the bike riding dynamics, which could be the basis for a new classification system. This study evaluates bicycle paths without conducting a real life experiment. This study would however prove fruitful for policy framework and bicycle safety in near future.

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