عنوان البحث: تقييم كفاءة توزيع محطات وقود السيارات فى مركز الزقازيق باستخدام نظم المعلومات الجغرافية
اسم الباحث: محمد حسن عرفة
Abstract: The study aims to assess the adequacy of car fuel stations in Zagazig center in terms of their distribution and performance. This is achieved by examining their geographical distribution and spatial variations, utilizing a descriptive-analytical approach. The study primarily relies on Geographic Information System (GIS) technology for spatial analysis of car fuel stations, evaluating their locations and identifying the best suggested locations for establishing new fuel stations using the hierarchical analysis method based on planning criteria.
Key findings of the study include:
Spatial Variation: Car fuel stations in Zagazig center are unevenly distributed. Out of the total 31 stations, 20 are located in the rural areas, accounting for 64.5% of all car fuel stations in the center. The city of Zagazig, with sixteen districts, has eleven stations concentrated in only six districts, representing 35.5% of all car fuel stations in the center.
Imbalance between Stations and Population: The study reveals an imbalance between the number of car fuel stations and the population in districts and areas of Zagazig center. Some districts with a large population have only a few fuel stations, with ten districts and six areas completely lacking fuel stations, constituting 34.9% of the total population in Zagazig center.
Coverage Analysis: Using network analysis for station coverage, the study indicates an effective and equitable distribution of car fuel stations in the city of Zagazig and its adjacent villages. However, the outskirts of the center suffer from a shortage of fuel supply services, particularly along the Zagazig-Deirb Negm, Zagazig-Mit Ghamr, and Zagazig-Hihya Abu Kabir roads.
Location Suitability Modeling: Applying a spatial suitability model to identify the best locations for fuel station distribution in Zagazig center revealed that 12.7% of the total suitable area, covering 32.4 km², has a high suitability rating. Meanwhile, 87.1% of the total suitable area, encompassing 221.7 km², has a moderate suitability rating, and only 0.2% of the total suitable area has a low suitability rating.