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A Structural-Cognitive Approach to Urban Simulation Models

In: The Dynamics of Complex Urban Systems

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  • Juval Portugali

    (Tel Aviv University)

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This paper focuses on two interrelated properties of the agent-base (AB) and cellular automata (CA) urban simulation models currently employed in the study cities: The global urban structures that emerge out of their dynamics plays no role in the dynamics itself and, agents’ behavior as postulated in these models disregards the basic principles of human cognition, behavior and action as revealed by cognitive science. These two properties are interrelated because empirical and theoretical studies in cognitive science indicate that agents’ behavior in cities is strongly influenced by the global structure of cities. The paper elaborates on the deep roots of these properties, identifies some of the major problems they entail, and suggests a structural-cognitive approach to urban simulation models.

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  • Juval Portugali, 2008. "A Structural-Cognitive Approach to Urban Simulation Models," Springer Books, in: Sergio Albeverio & Denise Andrey & Paolo Giordano & Alberto Vancheri (ed.), The Dynamics of Complex Urban Systems, pages 357-372, Springer.
    • Handle: RePEc:spr:sprchp:978-3-7908-1937-3_17
    DOI: 10.1007/978-3-7908-1937-3_17
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