Among other conceptualizations, smart cities have been defined as functional urban areas
articulated by the use of Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) and modern …

Smart cities need technologies that can be really applied to raise the quality of life and
environment. Among all the possible solutions, Internet of Things (IoT)-based Wireless …

During disasters, individuals witness various dreadful scenes and situations. These scenes
and situations generate a sense of panic and cause panic attacks to individuals. Panic …

In this paper, we study the agility of evacuation routes in relation to dynamically changing
unpredictable hazardous conditions in smart space networks. Infrastructure safety conditions …

Buildings are complex structures composed of heterogeneous elements; these require
building management systems (BMSs) to dynamically adapt them to occupants' needs and …

Fire incidents in large buildings pose challenges for occupants and first responders.
Occupants need to find safe evacuation routes while first responders need to maneuver their …

Earthquake is a disastrous natural hazard that threatens numerous cities worldwide. The
interval between the foreshock and the main event can sometimes last several minutes …

At the time of an emergency, building evacuation is a complex safety procedure.
Emergencies by definition occur quickly and unexpectedly. Effective and timely decision …

In large buildings, during the situation of fire or other hazards, a smart evacuation guidance
system needs to fully consider manifold aspects of hazards to guide evacuees through exit …

Human evacuation is a critical process during disasters, whether arising from natural events,
intentional acts of aggression, or other calamities. The incorporation of diverse …