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Theories of Transport & Regional Spatial Structure: Spatial Interaction Model by Edward Ullman- Transferability

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Transferability

Transferability refers to the possibility of interactions occurring between locations by overcoming distance, time, and cost. Even though a complementary supply-demand relationship exists between locations, no interaction will take place if the transfer cost is higher than the benefits derived. Thus, transferability deals with actual transport of goods and people.

Friction of Distance and Distance Decay

  • Friction of Distance: The cost of overcoming distance is known as the friction of distance, which depends not only on the “kilometer” distance but factors such as existing transportation technology and the cost of energy. The lower the friction, the high…

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Theories of Transport & Regional Spatial Structure: Spatial Interaction Model by Eliot Hurst, Location and Accessibility Model (CBT) , Specialization Interdependency Model -Gottmann

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Spatial Interaction Model by Eliot Hurst

Hurst (1973) in his book “Transportation Geography: Comments and Readings,” established the basic principles of transport geography. According to him, transportation is essentially a geographic concept and reflects relations and connections between areas. Transportation deals with the flow of goods and people as well as intangible items such as ideas, innovations, money, and credit. Communication (movement of ideas) and transportation…

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