Urban growth simulation and scenario projection for the arid regions using heuristic cellular automata

Abstract Arid regions tend to form compact urban patterns that have significant implications on urban growth and future urban patterns. Spatial simulation and projection using cellular automata (CA)-based models are important for achieving sustainable urban development in arid regions. In response t...

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Main Authors: Xiaoyan Tang, Funan Liu, Xinling Hu
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Nature Portfolio 2024-09-01
Series:Scientific Reports
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-024-71709-4