INTEGER LP MODEL APPLICATION FOR THE DESIGN OF TRUCKS

This paper describes an integer LP model that was used as an aid in the design of tank trucks to be operated in British Columbia. The B.C. axle loading legislation (as of June 1973) has been incorporated into this model. The decisions made by the model are the lengths of the interaxle spacings and the load for each axle. The model enables the fleet manager to maximize permitted weight or minimize truck length. It can be most useful when designing new vehicles; however, this model can also be used to explore the possibility of not only replacing a part but also redesigning it to gain either a larger load or easier operation and also to evaluate already existing vehicles.

• Authors:
  • Ellis, DWH
• Publication Date: 1974-10

Media Info

• Pagination: p. 271-281
• Serial:
  • INFOR; Canadian Journal of Operation Res & Infor
  • Volume: 12
  • Issue Number: 3

Subject/Index Terms

• TRT Terms: Axles; Engines; Integer programming; Laws; Liquefied petroleum gas; Load limits; Trucks; Trucks by weight; Vehicle capacity; Vehicle design; Weight
• Old TRIS Terms: Lp-gas engines; Truck capacity; Truck laws & regulations
• Subject Areas: Design; Highways; Law; Motor Carriers; Safety and Human Factors; Vehicles and Equipment;

Filing Info

• Accession Number: 00080753
• Record Type: Publication
• Files: TRIS
• Created Date: Mar 26 1975 12:00AM