In the literature, hub-networks have often been modeled such as only one mode is considered for all transportation. Also, consolidated demand flows are assumed to be transferred directly between each origin-destination hub pairs. The previous assumptions impose restrictions on practical applications of hub-networks. fact, various transport modes usually retained freight transport, and intermoda...

Positioning of intermodal terminals is of key importance since it affects the very investment into the terminal, ecological, physical issues and the costs of the operation of individual terminals. Detailed analysis has to be performed by decision-making regarding the siting of intermodal terminals. The work analyzes the relevant criteria necessary for the siting of intermodal terminals. The pro...

This article aims at identifying some commonalities and differences in intermodal freight in France and Japan, focusing on urban zones. This comparison puts into perspective two spatial situations tinged with land pressure. It helps us identify opportunities for knowledge and transfer of best practices for the promotion of modal shift and for land use and planning policies that favor intermodal...

For the first time, a theoretical dependence was obtained to determine filler concentration of composite tape. On basis this dependence, tape with variable mechanical and tribological properties can be obtained. It is proposed that welded onto cylindrical surface central bowl rail truck bolster. The bench tests made it possible degree wear bolster by means value welded-on tapes 0.15–0.18 mm per...

The location of logistics nodes that facilitate the China Railway Express (CRexpress) and rail-sea intermodal transportation has received increasing attention in under Belt Road initiative. This paper selects 38 cities as candidate Chinese international container hubs (CICIHs) through qualitative screening by considering current operations CRexpress/rail-sea government planning strategies. Subs...

This study uses a geographically-explicit cost optimization model to analyze the impact of and interrelation between four cost reduction strategies for biofuel production: economies of scale, intermodal transport, integration with existing industries, and distributed supply chain configurations (i.e. supply chains with an intermediate pre-treatment step to reduce biomass transport cost). The mo...

Heavy-duty diesel drayage trucks have a disproportionate impact on the air quality of communities surrounding major freight-handling facilities. In an attempt to mitigate this impact, the state of California has mandated new emission control requirements for drayage trucks accessing ports and rail yards in the state beginning in 2010. This control rule prompted an accelerated diesel particle fi...

An increasing amount of available data sources and intermodal travelling pose a challenge for the design of mobility apps. This paper examines the concept of an interface for intermodal personalized travel assistance and routing. The analysis of two central use cases intermodal routing and personalization revealed pitfalls and gaps for the design of mobility apps.

Free trade agreements have been on the rise in all regions of the world in the past decade. This has allowed for global distribution and marketing of products in an international market. Products once produced for domestic markets must now be able to compete in international markets without trade barriers. Increased international commerce and manufacturing have forced many packaging and logisti...

Fundamental to intermodal development is consistent demand modeling across the intermodal system, which coordinates resource allocation. However, different planning organizations are responsible for the development of different components of the intermodal system. In the case of air transportation, air demand modeling is mainly conducted by Federal Aviation Administration and commercial airline...