http://localhost:8081/jspui/handle/123456789/21 2026-05-05T18:07:21Z http://localhost:8081/jspui/handle/123456789/20509 Title: POLICY PLANNING FOR SUSTAINABLE LAND DEVELOPMENT IN GOA STATE, INDIA Authors: Jindal, Saurabh Abstract: The land market in urban peripheral areas is critical for distributing land for urbanization, yet it frequently results in social exclusion and inefficient land distribution. The rising expenses of urban infrastructure and services stymie private urban sprawl developments and raise environmental concerns. In an urban context, two viable extension strategies are to increase the holding capacity of current urban areas or extend the urban area beyond its boundaries. Re-densification, which enhances storage capacity, causes inadequate infrastructure and environmental degradation. Land development plans prioritize multifamily building typologies, increased densities, job and educational possibilities, housing affordability, public services, health facilities, and infrastructure. However, the challenges of social inclusion, proper value, displacement and relocation, controlled land use development, environmental repercussions, infrastructural upgrades, and equitable disposition of improved land are major obstacles in the process of Sustainable Land Development. Moreover, Sustainable Development and Land Policies are well-researched and acknowledged global subjects. Since the United Nations Conference on Environment and Development, 1992, sustainable development has been promoted. The 2015 Sustainable Development Goals tackle several issues, including the threat posed by climate change, gender equality, managing natural resources, better health, fighting against poverty, promoting peace, and an inclusive society. This study attempts to review the literature on applying integrated approaches to Land Development Policy. However, recent research indicates that an integrated approach to land development is still lacking in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). It will be difficult to meet Goal 11 of the Sustainable Development Goals: “Make cities and human settlements inclusive, safe, resilient, and sustainable,” unless those issues are resolved. Thus, it has become crucial to employ the System Dynamics technique to recognize and gain a deeper understanding of the dynamic behavior of the system, i.e., the interconnection and interdependence of the complex systems and subsystems (physical, social, economic, infrastructure, environment, ecosystem, and institutional) in the context of land development. In order to attain the goal of sustainable development, land development sustainability needs to be evaluated using quantitative methods and models in addition to the systematic framework of land development. In this regard, amethodology has been developed to assess the policies for land development to address the complex challenges of cities for sustainable development. 2024-04-01T00:00:00Z http://localhost:8081/jspui/handle/123456789/20471 Title: PLANNING FOR SUSTAINABLE COMPACT CITY – AURANGABAD Authors: Bhagwat, Jayeshkumar Maheshkumar Abstract: Cities constitute a significant concentration of resources, especially in the modern age. As per the trends of human settlements, the location, growth, and development of human settlements always revolved around natural resources. The changing dimensions of location, growth, and development of human settlements in place of natural resources have resulted in a shift in the growth pattern of cities. The concentration of population in urban areas poses several problems, such as Urban Sprawl and Declining Densities, Congestion, Exclusion and inequality, Climate change and environmental impacts, Provision of basic infrastructure, etc. However, these problems can be effectively addressed by incorporating the concepts related to compact and sustainable urban development. The compact city concept, which promotes the development of a mix of uses, intensification, and density, has specific implications for sustainability, such as reducing the need for long-distance commuting, preserving natural resources, and promoting social interaction, offering a hopeful and promising vision for the future of urban planning. The literature on compact city planning often focuses on spatial context and specific elements of sustainability. In this research, however, takes a unique non-spatial approach to planning for a holistic, sustainable, compact city in the context of medium-sized cities in India. By employing statistical tools, techniques, and a systems approach, it provides a comprehensive understanding of the city's requirements and offers plausible recommendations for the development of a sustainable compact city. 2024-06-01T00:00:00Z http://localhost:8081/jspui/handle/123456789/20458 Title: STUDIES ON TRANSIENT THERMO-PHYSIOLOGICAL RESPONSE OF PASSENGERS IN AIRPORT TERMINAL BUILDINGS Authors: Sinha, Kapil Kumar Abstract: Airport terminal buildings (ATB) have evolved from a simple transit infrastructure into commerce coupled mixed-use facilities. Passengers perform a series of activities while transitioning through the ATBs due to which their body remains predominantly in a transient thermal state. As passengers navigate the terminal building, their metabolic activities intensify over extended periods of walking and standing, leading to a rise in internal heat production. This results in variations of sensible to evaporative heat loss ratios across different terminal zones contributing to differing thermal sensations experienced by passengers. Appropriate desing and operation of HVAC systems for maintaining optimal thermal environment in the terminal building is crucial for passenger satisfaction and well-being. The thesis investigates the dynamic interactions between human body and the indoor thermal environment within ATBs through a rational approach utilising human physiological responses. The study commenced with field studies involving real-time measurement of indoor environmental conditions in ATBs, registering subjective thermal response, and passenger flow & activity surveys. The study formulates an agent-based passenger flow model for establishing the dynamics of occupancy pattern, sequences of passenger movement and the resultant metabolic transience. The outcomes of the passenger flow model was utilised for thermo-physiological modelling of passenger sequence in the terminal building to establish the heat budget. Human heat budget within the ATB is evaluated through coupled thermo-physiological simulations of high-fidelity human models in the thermal environment replicating the conditions of the terminal building. The sensible and latent heat gains across various zones of ATBs during peak and off-peak times are established and compared with the values presented by ASHRAE and CIBSE standards. Further, human subjects simulated the passenger sequence in the climate-controlled chamber, and physiological responses were measured to obtain the dynamics of human heat exchange. Experiments were conducted to investigate the effect of elevated metabolic activities on human heat exchange. Similarly, experiments were performed to test the effect of changes in environmental conditions on the human heat balance. These tests were conducted for various combinations of metabolic activities, duration of activities, and changes in the thermal environment. Skin and core temperature, metabolic rate, and heart rate were measured concurrently with the subjective responses of individual test subjects to obtain the heat balance. The study presents the physiological and thermal sensation responses, heat loss and calorimetric analysis. Based on the empirical data, the study derives mathematical equations to estimate the physiological responses during the transient phases. In addition, the study introduces a novel weighting factor for calculating the physiological response using steady-state data. The application of the findings are discussed in the context of HVAC system zoning and operation in ATBs. 2024-05-01T00:00:00Z http://localhost:8081/jspui/handle/123456789/20450 Title: Planning for Sustainable Creative City Development of Mysuru (Mysore), Karnataka State Authors: Kattimani, Raghavendra Abstract: The research investigates the concept of the "creative city" and its potential for sustainable urban development, with a specific focus on Mysuru City in India. The study explores the multifaceted relationship between creativity, culture, and urban development, examining how cities can leverage their creative capital to foster economic growth, social inclusion, and cultural vibrancy. The research delves into the evolution of the creative city concept, tracing its origins from early cultural policies to contemporary approaches that emphasize innovation, diversity, and sustainability. It critically analyzes various theoretical frameworks, including Richard Florida's "creative class" theory and Charles Landry's "creative city" toolkit, highlighting their contributions and limitations in understanding urban creativity. The study employs a mixed-methods approach, combining qualitative and quantitative data collection techniques. A comprehensive literature review examines the theoretical foundations of the creative city concept, while a primary household survey in Mysuru City gathers data on residents' perceptions of creativity, cultural participation, and quality of life. The survey covers various aspects, including demographics, socio-economic status, occupation, infrastructure, services, and cultural activities. The research also employs correlation to analyze the control parameters and system dynamics technique to forecast the city's creative potential and simulate different development scenarios. The modelling provides insights into the potential trajectories of creative capital of the study area, by analyzing the interrelation between various subsystems. such as population growth, education attainment, almost all kinds of infrastructure, and creative industries, etc. 17 The findings of the study reveal a complex and dynamic relationship between creativity, culture, and urban development in Mysuru City. The city's rich cultural heritage, diverse population, and emerging creative industries contribute to its creative capital. However, challenges such as income disparities, inadequate infrastructure, and limited access to cultural resources hinder the full realization of its creative potential. The system dynamics model forecasts significant growth in Mysuru's population, economy, and creative industries, highlighting the potential challenges related to infrastructure, education, and social inclusion. The study proposes a set of policy recommendations based on the research findings, for fostering sustainable creative development in Mysuru City. These recommendations encompass various domains, including education, infrastructure, cultural policy, and economic development, etc. The study emphasizes the importance of investing in education and skills development, promoting cultural diversity and inclusion, supporting creative industries and entrepreneurship, and enhancing urban infrastructure and public spaces. By implementing these recommendations in time, Mysuru can leverage its creative capital to achieve sustainable development goals, enhance the quality of life for its residents, and establish itself as a vibrant and sustainable creative city in the global landscape. 2024-06-01T00:00:00Z