8.8. Universal Design and Smart Cities

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is Inclusive Mobility?

   Hint

   Think about transportation and accessibility.

2. 2.

   Name one feature of Smart Housing.

   Hint

   Consider how technology helps in housing.

3. 3.

   What does Universal Design promote in smart cities?

   • Making buildings taller
   • Equal access to infrastructure
   • More traffic lights

   Hint

   Think about equity and access.

4. 4.

   Emergency systems should include multiple signals for which purpose?

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider who needs to know during an emergency.

5. 5.

   Propose a plan for integrating Universal Design in a new transit station that services a metropolitan area.

   Hint

   Consider the needs of various user groups including persons with disabilities.

6. 6.

   Evaluate the impact of inadequate emergency communication systems in a diverse urban community.

   Hint

   Think about who might be most affected by communication issues.