The Future of Automated Freight Transport: Concepts, Design and ImplementationJ. W. Konings, Hugo Priemus, Peter Nijkamp This book explores the many challenges faced by the development and implementation of automated freight transport systems. It offers a unique overview of current applications, developments and future perspectives. |
Contents
an overview | 1 |
Automated freight transport concepts and perspectives | 17 |
current projects | 19 |
3 Improved quality of rail freight service by using selfpropelled freight wagons | 35 |
4 Opportunities for automated inland navigation | 51 |
5 Developments in underground freight transportation | 65 |
a new modality for the RhineSchelde Delta area | 85 |
7 Automated vehicle control | 113 |
10 Supporting the design of automated transport systems using innovative simulation | 167 |
11 Multiagent systems for planning and operational management | 185 |
12 Evaluation of automated freight transport systems | 205 |
13 Financing and deploying automated freight systems | 227 |
14 Safety a strategic aspect in transport systems design | 243 |
15 Integration of automated and manned freight transport | 271 |
16 The role of government in introducing automated freight transport systems | 295 |
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