Transformation of Transportation (EcoProduction)

✍ Scribed by Marjana Petrović (editor), Luka Novačko (editor)

• Publisher: Springer
• Year: 2021
• Tongue: English
• Leaves: 231
• Category: Library

✦ Synopsis

This book features original scientific manuscripts submitted for publication at the International Conference – The Science and Development of Transport (ZIRP 2020), organized by University of Zagreb, Faculty of Transport and Traffic Sciences, Zagreb, and held in Šibenik, Croatia, from 29th to 30th September 2020. The conference brought together scientists and practitioners to share innovative solutions available to everyone.
Presenting the latest scientific research, case studies and best practices in the fields of transport and logistics, the book covers topics such as sustainable urban mobility and logistics, safety and policy, data science, process automation, and inventory forecasting, improving competitiveness in the transport and logistics services market and increasing customer satisfaction. The book is of interest to experienced researchers and professionals as well as Ph.D. students in the fields of transportand logistics.

✦ Table of Contents

Preface
Contents
Effect of Different Stop Sign Configurations on Driving Speed When Approaching a Rural Intersection at Night-Time
1 Introduction
2 Methodology
2.1 Research Equipment
2.2 Scenario Design
2.3 Participants
2.4 Procedure
2.5 Data Analysis
3 Results
4 Discussion and Conclusion
References
Traffic Flow Simulators with Connected and Autonomous Vehicles: A Short Review
1 Introduction
2 Mixed Traffic Flows
2.1 Characteristics of Autonomous Vehicles
2.2 Characteristics of Connected and Autonomous Vehicles
2.3 Microscopic Vehicle Simulation Models
3 Analyzed Microscopic Traffic Simulators
3.1 PTV VISSIM
3.2 SUMO
3.3 AIMSUN Next
3.4 Communication Network Simulators
4 Discussion
5 Conclusion
References
Application of Dimensionless Method to Estimate Traffic Delays at Stop-Controlled T-Intersections
1 Introduction
2 Literature Review
2.1 Evolution of Delay Assessment Techniques
2.2 Dimensionless Technique
3 Methodology
3.1 Case Study
3.2 Method
4 Results and Discussion
4.1 Estimation of Delays Using HCM2010
4.2 Model Development Based on the Dimensionless Method
4.3 Model Validation
4.4 Sensitivity Analysis
5 Conclusion
References
In-Depth Evaluation of Reinforcement Learning Based Adaptive Traffic Signal Control Using TSCLAB
1 Introduction
2 Performance Analysis of Adaptive Traffic Signal Control
3 TSCLab Evaluation Framework
4 Evaluated Adaptive Traffic Signal Control Approach
4.1 Basic Q-Learning Based ATSC
4.2 Q-Learning with Self-Organizing Map Dimensionality Reduction
5 Use Case and Evaluation Results
5.1 Simulation Model and Traffic Data
5.2 Obtained Simulation Results
5.3 Evaluation of the Control Effects on Traffic Flows
6 Conclusion and Future Work
References
Discrete Simulation Model for Urban Passenger Terminals
1 Introduction
2 Literature Review
3 Passenger Terminal Safety Design Aspects
4 The Simulation Model for Passengers Terminal
5 Conclusions
References
Characteristics of Departing Passenger Reports to the Passport Control Queuing System
1 Introduction
2 State of Art
3 Research Background
4 Result of Scientific Research
5 Conclusions
References
Situation in Railway Sidings Operation in Slovakia Based on the Selected Criteria
1 Introduction
2 Globalization and the Transport Market
3 Development Analysis of Railway Sidings in the Slovak Republic
3.1 Analysis of Railway Sidings Operation in the Košice Region
3.2 Dependence of Railway Sidings Performance on the Basis of Selected Indicators in the Kosice Region
4 Proposal for Measures to Increase the Efficiency of the Railway Sidings Operations
4.1 State Support of Railway Sidings Operation
4.2 Design of Railway Sidings Operation Information System for an Infrastructure Manager
5 Conclusion
References
Applying Multi Criteria Analysis in Evaluation of Distribution Channels
1 Introduction
2 Methods of Multi Criteria Analysis
3 Principles of the Analytic Hierarchy Process (AHP Method)
4 Specific Features of Confectionery Products Distribution
5 Evaluation of the Existing Distribution Channels
6 Proposal of Introducing Additional Distribution Channel
7 Discussion of the Results
8 Conclusion
References
Development Barriers of Eurasian Container Transportation
1 Introduction
2 Routes Analysis
3 Development Barriers
4 Conclusion
References
Airline Fleet Rotables Staggered Replacement Scheduling Using Dynamic Approach
1 Introduction
1.1 Airline Rotable Component Maintenance
1.2 Recent Literature Review
2 Use Case Analysis
3 Service Level
4 Schedule for Staggered Replacement
5 Conclusion
References
Monitoring Traffic Air Pollution Using Unmanned Aerial Systems
1 Introduction
2 Composition of Atmospheric Pollution and Effects on Human Health
2.1 The Origin of Pollution in the Atmosphere
2.2 Effects on Human Health
3 Requirements for UAV Based Measurement Systems
3.1 Regulatory Requirements for Flying UAVs in Urban Areas
4 Significant Research of Atmosphere and Air Pollution Using UAV
5 Current Situation and Possibilities for Further Research
6 Conclusion
References
Instruments for Career Development in the Air Transport Industry
1 Current Economic and Social Context for Air Transport Sector
2 The Need for New Qualifications and Jobs Related in Air Transport Industry
3 Instruments for Regulation, Guidance and Career Development in Air Transport
3.1 Methodology for Sectoral Qualifications Framework in Air Transport
3.2 Methodology for Recognition of Prior Learning and Work Experience in Aviation
3.3 Useful on-Line Tools and Platforms for Information, Guidance and Job Offers
3.4 Enate
4 Conclusion
References
Drivers of Change for Smart Occupations and Qualifications in Aviation
1 Introduction
2 Characteristics and Development of the Labour Market in Air Transport
2.1 Context
2.2 Characteristics of the Labour Market in Air Transport
2.3 Aviation Labor Market in the Context of Digitalization
3 Smart Qualifications for Smart Occupations. Drivers of Change
3.1 Societal Responsibility
3.2 The Air Transport Industry—Relying on Higher Skill Levels
3.3 IT Applied in Aviation (ITAA) Master Programme—A Pathway to Developing Smart Qualifications
4 Conclusions
References
A Framework to Understand Current and Future Competences and Occupations in the Aviation Sector
1 Introduction
2 The Competency Framework and the Sectorial Breakdown of Occupations in the Aviation Sector
2.1 The Sectorial Breakdown of Occupations
2.2 The Competency Framework
2.3 Methodology
3 How Will the Importance of Different Roles and Competences Change in the Next Years? Main Findings from the Survey
4 Conclusions
References