4.3 - Surface Design
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Practice Questions
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What is the purpose of anti-skid materials in surface design?
💡 Hint: Think about the weather conditions where pedestrians walk.
Why is tactile paving important?
💡 Hint: Consider how someone who can't see would find their way.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What is the main purpose of using anti-skid materials in crossings?
💡 Hint: Think about why we need safe surfaces for walking.
True or False: Tactile paving is only beneficial for blind users.
💡 Hint: Consider different groups that might navigate with tactile paving.
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Challenge Problems
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Imagine you are planning a new pedestrian crossing in a busy urban area. Discuss the materials and designs you would select and justify your choices based on the principles of inclusive design.
💡 Hint: Consider the needs of different users in your design.
Evaluate a local pedestrian crossing and suggest at least three improvements based on the surface design principles discussed.
💡 Hint: Look at how the current design meets or fails to meet users' needs.
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