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Analysis of feeder bus network design and scheduling problems
Mohammad Hadi Almasi1, Sina Mirzapour Mounes1, Suhana Koting1
1Center for Transportation Research, Civil Engineering Department, Faculty of Engineering, University of Malaya, 50603 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Thescientificworldjournal
|February 15, 2014
Summary
Developing integrated feeder bus networks and schedules is crucial for shifting passengers from private vehicles to public transport. This review analyzes the Feeder Bus Network Design and Scheduling Problem (FNDSP) to guide future research.
Area of Science:
- Transportation Science
- Operations Research
- Urban Planning
Background:
- Public transit faces challenges in attracting passengers from private vehicles.
- Effective feeder bus systems are essential for improving public transport accessibility and ridership.
- The Feeder Bus Network Design and Scheduling Problem (FNDSP) is a key area of research.
Purpose of the Study:
- To systematically review existing literature on the Feeder Bus Network Design and Scheduling Problem (FNDSP).
- To analyze the problem description, characteristics, and solution approaches of the FNDSP.
- To identify research gaps and future trends in FNDSP.
Main Methods:
- Literature review and synthesis of studies on FNDSP.
- Descriptive analysis and classification of existing research.
- Identification of common subproblems: data preparation, network design, route generation, and scheduling.
Main Results:
- Categorization of FNDSP studies based on problem features and methodologies.
- Highlighting diverse solution approaches applied to FNDSP.
- Identification of strategic and tactical aspects of FNDSP.
Conclusions:
- A comprehensive understanding of FNDSP is vital for enhancing public transit.
- Further research is needed to address identified issues and trends.
- This review aims to unify the field and serve as a reference for researchers.
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