Occupant Evacuation Process Modeling and Simulation
This project employs cellular automata methodology to analyze public safety evacuation scenarios. A comprehensive occupant evacuation model (OEM) was developed based on fundamental assumptions and implemented through MATLAB simulation. The implementation features grid-based pathfinding algorithms with collision avoidance logic, utilizing matrix operations for efficient state updates. Multiple simulation tests under varying initial conditions were conducted, comparing evacuation efficiency metrics. The analysis yielded evidence-based recommendations for enhancing safety protocols and evacuation strategies in public spaces to minimize casualties during emergencies.