Optimisation algorithm for the profit from operation of a barge train versus settings of the main engine during inland navigation in varying water resistance conditions (part 1)

Zbigniew Sekulski

doi:10.2478/v10174-011-0025-6

Authors

Zbigniew Sekulski West Pomeranian University of Technology, Szczecin, Faculty of Maritime Technology, 71-065 Szczecin, al. Piastów 41, Poland Author

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.2478/v10174-011-0025-6

Keywords:

inland waterway transport, barge train, optimisation, economic estimation

Abstract

The presented paper refers to economical aspects of inland waterway transport means operation. Specifications of profit and cost areas were a basis of an economic estimation of the transport means operation. Within this framework a decision should be taken concerning the methods and scope of an economical analysis of transport means. The profit optimisation algorithm of inland waterway transport means operation was elaborated considering a division of the waterway into sectors (representing different characteristics specified by different, and temporary changing, navigation parameters). The main engine speed was established as a decision variable.

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