International Snow Science Workshop Proceedings - Montana State University Library

Item: A Network-Based Approach for the Study of Criticalities in Ski-Resorts

• • Title: A Network-Based Approach for the Study of Criticalities in Ski-Resorts

    Proceedings: International Snow Science Workshop Grenoble – Chamonix Mont-Blanc - October 07-11, 2013

    Authors:

    • Valerio De Biagi  [ Dept. of Structural, Geotechnical and Building Engineering, Politecnico di Torino, ITALY ]  [ Mountain Risk Research Team – MRR Team, Verrès (AO) – Italy ]
    • Barbara Frigo  [ Dept. of Structural, Geotechnical and Building Engineering, Politecnico di Torino, ITALY ]  [ Mountain Risk Research Team – MRR Team, Verrès (AO) – Italy ]
    • Bernardino Chiaia  [ Dept. of Structural, Geotechnical and Building Engineering, Politecnico di Torino, ITALY ]  [ Mountain Risk Research Team – MRR Team, Verrès (AO) – Italy ]

    Date: 2013-10-07

    Abstract: The correct management of ski-resorts requires wide knowledge in mountain hazards, as well as a large experience. Usually ski-resorts cover a surface that encompasses more than one side of a mountain (or more than one valley); for this reason, the meteorological conditions may vary locally and rapid decisions have to be taken in order to ensure the safety of the skiers. Any intervention on the structure of the resort may entail cascade events and other critical situations. For example, a temporary closure of a lift may create large queues in other parts of the ski-area. In the same way, a closure of a ski-slope might engender overcrowding in other ski runs. All these situations are potential sources of risk. We propose an approach to the study of criticalities in ski-resorts by means of transportation network approaches based on the ability of the skiers and the grade of the ski run. An example is made on the Antagnod branch of MonteRosaSki resort. The effects of a sudden interruption of part of it, i.e., skislope closure or lift temporary interruption, are simulated.

    Language of Article: English

    Presenters: Unknown

    Keywords: ski-resort management, graph theory, criticalities

    Page Number(s): 1177-1180

    Subjects: avalanche hazard avalanche safety ski resort

  • Get Full Article

    Digital Abstract Not Available

    Persistent Link

    Bookmark and Share

    Get Embed Code

Back to Home page