Research on Suitability Evaluation of Urban Engineering Construction Based on Entropy Weight Hierarchy-Cloud Model: A Case Study in Xiongan New Area, China

Round 1

Reviewer 1 Report

Dear Authors,

the paper  proposes a cloud model for the suitability evaluation of project construction in Xiongan New Area based on  entropy weight analysis. The model uses fuzzy set theory and probability theory to translate between qualitative thoughts and numerical values.  Compared to the conventional evaluation approach, this method may more accurately and comprehensively reflect the evaluation results, providing a fresh perspective on assessing the feasibility of urban engineering projects. The research idea is good and represents an innovation of environmental assessments. However, modifications are recommended to improve paper quality.

Introduction: In the introduction we talk about conventional methods. Which ones are they? What are the limits? What are the differences between the proposed approach and conventional methods? The authors talk about advantages over conventional methods, what are they?it is necessary to analyze in detail the advancement of knowledge.

Case study: The case study is interesting, but what is the contribution of the research presented? Are there any differences compared to applying standard methods? What differences? Can the authors provide the benefits in quantitative terms?

Conclusion: Conclusions need to be improved. it is necessary to indicate the main results obtained

Minor editing of English language required

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Reviewer 2 Report

Dear Editor

I would thank you for the invitation to review the manuscript entitled "Research on Suitability Evaluation of Urban Engineering Construction Based on Entropy Weight Hierarchy-Cloud Model" The present study discussed very important topic; geological conditions, groundwater environment, environmental geological problems and other factors that affect the suitability of urban development in Xiongan New Area in Hebei Province (China) that show an accelerate urbanization process in this recent years. The methodology is well done using one cloud model for the suitability evaluation of project construction based on entropy weight analysis, it is in the scope of the journal. However, minor revisions are suggested.

COMMENTS :

Comment 1: Title

 I believe that it will be better authors to add the case study (study area: Xiongan New Area) is good for the paper the apparition and visibility in the database.

Comment 2: Abstract

Authors should add the findings and results in the abstract.

Comment 3: Introduction:  Line 86 90

This section should remove from the introduction, somewhat represent early results and recommendations, only keep the novelty and the gaps of knowledge in the introduction.

Comment 4: Figure.2:

Authors should redraw with high quality and add the adequate references.

Comment 5: Figure 9:

Authors should add:

·         Geographic coordinates

·         Orientation (Nord)

·         Scale bare

 

Comment 6: Figure 10-11:

Authors should redraw with high quality they not clear.

Comment 7: Discussion

· Discussion should improve as possible with similar case study and comparison (zero references in this important section).

·   Add the merits and demerits of your work, add the limitations of the proposal method and the future recommendations. 

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