The economic and social progress under the new era has put forward new requirements for logistics talents.Based on the teaching concept of OBE-CDIO as well as the training program and objectives of logistics managemen...The economic and social progress under the new era has put forward new requirements for logistics talents.Based on the teaching concept of OBE-CDIO as well as the training program and objectives of logistics management major in Guangzhou Maritime University,this study analyzes and discusses how the Logistics System Planning and Design course,which is targeted at students majoring in logistics management,enables the students to meet the graduation requirements by virtue of realizing the course objectives.展开更多
This paper systematically reviews the latest research developments in Vehicle Routing Problems(VRP).It examines classical VRP models and their classifications across different dimensions,including load capacity,operat...This paper systematically reviews the latest research developments in Vehicle Routing Problems(VRP).It examines classical VRP models and their classifications across different dimensions,including load capacity,operational characteristics,optimization objectives,vehicle types,and time constraints.Based on literature retrieval results from the Web of Science database,the paper analyzes the current state and trends in VRP research,providing detailed explanations of VRP models and algorithms applied to various scenarios in recent years.Additionally,the article discusses limitations in existing research and provides perspectives on future development trends in VRP research.This review offers researchers in the VRP field a comprehensive overview while identifying future research directions.展开更多
Modular construction (MC) is a sound strategy to alleviate global issues such as housing crisis,labor shortage,and stagnant productivity.Project managers are aspired to achieve a Just-in-Time (JIT) delivery of their M...Modular construction (MC) is a sound strategy to alleviate global issues such as housing crisis,labor shortage,and stagnant productivity.Project managers are aspired to achieve a Just-in-Time (JIT) delivery of their MC logistics.However,the efforts often fall short without the presence of a dedicated Estimated Time of Arrival (ETA) model.This study aims to bridge this gap by developing a MC-oriented ETA model.It does so by first identifying critical factors influencing ETA accuracy in general logistics and then developing an ETA model prototype,which is then calibrated using simulations and data collected from the Internet of Things (IoTs) applied in real-life MC projects in Hong Kong,China.Validated through a cross-border MC project in China’s Greater Bay Area,the MC-oriented ETA model achieved 90.6% prediction accuracy (±10 min),reduced transportation delays by 37.5%,and slashed daily planning time from 46.75 to 18.75 min.It is expected that the ETA model can be used in predictive planning of MC logistics delivery in the future.Ultimately,it can lead to the development of smart logistics planning and control systems to expedite MC housing delivery and alleviate urban congestion in high-density cities,offering valuable insights for policymakers,construction stakeholders,and supply chain managers.展开更多
基金the 2019 Guangzhou Educational Science Planning Project(201912027)2018 Guangzhou Maritime College Innovation and Strong School Project(F410608)+2 种基金2020 Industry-University Cooperation Collaborative Education Project(Jiao Gao Si Han[2021]No.3202002325060,202002325052,202002325050)Teaching Quality and Teaching Reform Project of Logistics Engineering Key Major of Guangdong Provincial Undergraduate Colleges and Universities(Yue Gao Han[2020]19)Guangzhou Education Policy Research Project(ZCYJ20109)。
文摘The economic and social progress under the new era has put forward new requirements for logistics talents.Based on the teaching concept of OBE-CDIO as well as the training program and objectives of logistics management major in Guangzhou Maritime University,this study analyzes and discusses how the Logistics System Planning and Design course,which is targeted at students majoring in logistics management,enables the students to meet the graduation requirements by virtue of realizing the course objectives.
文摘This paper systematically reviews the latest research developments in Vehicle Routing Problems(VRP).It examines classical VRP models and their classifications across different dimensions,including load capacity,operational characteristics,optimization objectives,vehicle types,and time constraints.Based on literature retrieval results from the Web of Science database,the paper analyzes the current state and trends in VRP research,providing detailed explanations of VRP models and algorithms applied to various scenarios in recent years.Additionally,the article discusses limitations in existing research and provides perspectives on future development trends in VRP research.This review offers researchers in the VRP field a comprehensive overview while identifying future research directions.
基金supported by the Innovation and Technology Fund(ITF)(Grant No.ITP/029/20LP)the Public Sector Trial Scheme(PSTS)Fund(Grant No.ITT/004/24LP)of the Innovation and Technology Commission(ITC)of Hong Kong,China.
文摘Modular construction (MC) is a sound strategy to alleviate global issues such as housing crisis,labor shortage,and stagnant productivity.Project managers are aspired to achieve a Just-in-Time (JIT) delivery of their MC logistics.However,the efforts often fall short without the presence of a dedicated Estimated Time of Arrival (ETA) model.This study aims to bridge this gap by developing a MC-oriented ETA model.It does so by first identifying critical factors influencing ETA accuracy in general logistics and then developing an ETA model prototype,which is then calibrated using simulations and data collected from the Internet of Things (IoTs) applied in real-life MC projects in Hong Kong,China.Validated through a cross-border MC project in China’s Greater Bay Area,the MC-oriented ETA model achieved 90.6% prediction accuracy (±10 min),reduced transportation delays by 37.5%,and slashed daily planning time from 46.75 to 18.75 min.It is expected that the ETA model can be used in predictive planning of MC logistics delivery in the future.Ultimately,it can lead to the development of smart logistics planning and control systems to expedite MC housing delivery and alleviate urban congestion in high-density cities,offering valuable insights for policymakers,construction stakeholders,and supply chain managers.
