2004 volume 31(2) pages 297 – 309
doi:10.1068/b2665

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Ratti C, Richens P, 2004, "Raster analysis of urban form" Environment and Planning B: Planning and Design 31(2) 297 – 309
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Raster analysis of urban form

Carlo Ratti, Paul Richens

Received 11 September 1999; in revised form 3 May 2003

Abstract. A new paradigm for investigating the environment consequences of urban texture is proposed. Using raster-based models and software algorithms derived from image processing the authors develop efficient methods of measuring geometric parameters and predicting radiation exchange. The possibilities of generating synthetic urban textures and of integrating cellular automata are explored. Results suggest the possibility of a raster-based urban model to inform planning and design.

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