A mathematical programming analysis of public transit systems

We illustrate how mathematical programming models can be used to analyse public transit systems. In particular, we analyse the location of bus garages and the allocation of vehicles to these facilities for the Vancouver (Canada) Regional Transit System. The model considers, among other items, vehicl...

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Published in:Omega (Oxford) 2002-06, Vol.30 (3), p.137-142
Main Author: Willoughby, Keith A
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Analysis
Applied sciences
Exact sciences and technology
Local transit
Location analysis
Location models
Location models Public transit systems
Management science
Mathematical programming
Operational research and scientific management
Operational research. Management science
Public transit systems
Public transportation
Routing
Studies
Transportation industry
Urban transportation
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Summary:We illustrate how mathematical programming models can be used to analyse public transit systems. In particular, we analyse the location of bus garages and the allocation of vehicles to these facilities for the Vancouver (Canada) Regional Transit System. The model considers, among other items, vehicle deadhead cost and the capital cost of constructing new garages. Besides the ability to determine cost-minimizing solutions, we explore the use of mathematical programming to examine the effects of different scenarios.
ISSN:0305-0483
1873-5274
DOI:10.1016/S0305-0483(02)00022-1