Optimisation in the transport sector: a much neglected objective
Optimisation in transport evaluation problems is at present only attempted on a technical least cost basis. Three strata of transport optimisation are identifiable, regional, modal and technical, which provide a traditional framework for the development of more comprehensive optimisations. A rigorous approach to problem solving within these stratifications not only allows system analysis techniques to be applied to determine optimal solutions, but the formulation itself necessitates a clear statement of the objective and a cognizance of the broader implications of the problem and its solution. (A)
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Authors:
- Sayers, C R
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- Publication Date: 1978
Language
- English
Media Info
- Pagination: 13-24
- Monograph Title: Australian transport research forum, fourth annual meeting, 24-26 May, 1978, Perth; forum papers
Subject/Index Terms
- TRT Terms: Costs; Economics; Evaluation; Planning; Regions; Transportation modes
- ATRI Terms: Cost; Evaluation; Planning; Region; Transport economics; Transport mode
- Subject Areas: Economics; Planning and Forecasting;
Filing Info
- Accession Number: 01440063
- Record Type: Publication
- Source Agency: ARRB
- Files: ATRI
- Created Date: Aug 24 2012 10:48PM