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Urban Simulation

Virtual Hsinchiu, 2000

The scenario scripting animation for the historical area of Hsinchiu

Cheng Yuan Lin, Yu Tung Liu, Hui Lin Lee, Ying Shu Huang, Yu Chen Chiu, and Sheng Kai Tang
SASADA LAB, Osaka University
Graduate Institute of Architecture, NCTU

Abstract

A successful urban planning policy relies on good communications between the government and its citizens. In this project, we propose to use computer simulation to visualize and demonstrate the planned future of a city. Based on the government's master plan, we conduct a scenario script and build 3D environments to tell stories. The result is well recognized and accepted by both the government and citizens. After running a qualitative user study, this method is proven to be more effective and efficient than conventional design media.