The Potential Use of Electric Bicycles in the Historic Quarter of the Seaport City of Valparaíso, Chile, Through Participatory Mapping and Focus Groups Supported by AI Data Processing

A study on the potential use of electric bicycles (E-Bikes) in Valparaíso, Chilereveals that while E-Bikes could enhance sustainable mobility, their adoption faces significant barriers beyond infrastructure. These include deteriorated public spaces, lack of green areas, and safety concerns. The research, combining participatory mapping with AI-supported focus group analysis, identified key challenges such as topography and community engagement, emphasizing the need for improved infrastructure, educational campaigns, optimized routes, and broader public participation to integrate E-Bikes effectively into Valparaíso’s historical context. This approach offers a roadmap for modernizing mobility while preserving heritage integrity.

Aprigliano, V., Toro, C., Rojas, G., Fukushi, M., Bastías, I., Seriani, S., da Silva, W. R., Peña, Á., & López-Quijada, L. (2025). The Potential Use of Electric Bicycles in the Historic Quarter of the Seaport City of Valparaíso, Chile, Through Participatory Mapping and Focus Groups Supported by AI Data Processing. ISPRS International Journal of Geo-Information, 14(10), 405. https://doi.org/10.3390/ijgi14100405