All Outputs (2)

Biomechanics for inclusive urban design : effects of tactile paving on older adults’ gait when crossing the street (2011)
Journal Article
Thies, S., Kenney, L., Howard, D., Nester, C., Ormerod, M., Newton, R., …Maclennan, H. (2011). Biomechanics for inclusive urban design : effects of tactile paving on older adults’ gait when crossing the street. Journal of Biomechanics, 44(8), 1599-1604. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jbiomech.2010.12.016

In light of our ageing population it is important that the urban environment is easily accessible and hence supports older adults’ independence. Tactile ‘blister’ paving was originally designed to provide guidance for visually impaired people at pede... Read More about Biomechanics for inclusive urban design : effects of tactile paving on older adults’ gait when crossing the street.

Accessing emergency rest centres in the UK - lesson learnt (2011)
Journal Article
Kipling, J., Ormerod, M., & Newton, R. (2011). Accessing emergency rest centres in the UK - lesson learnt. International Journal of Disaster Resilience in the Built Environment, 2(1), 47-58. https://doi.org/10.1108/17595901111108362

Emergency rest centres (ERC) are premises that are used for the temporary accommodation of evacuees during an emergency situation. They form an important part of emergency response, by providing a focal point for receiving people and providing food,... Read More about Accessing emergency rest centres in the UK - lesson learnt.