This paper presents the computer program FUGA, developed to simulate the movement of people in built environments during an evacuation. This program is based on cellular modelling and its main paradigms are the use of ergonomic aspects associated with human movement and the use of Fuzzy Logic as a computer intelligence tool to emulate the human decision-making process. The ergonomic aspects and the decision-making process are presented. A validation of the model was undertaken, as well as several simulations, illustrating how the software can be used in the design of safer environments in a way that could hardly be achieved through by applying the existing regulations.
Simulation; Ergonomics; Fuzzy Logic; Movement of people
