کد مقاله | کد نشریه | سال انتشار | مقاله انگلیسی | نسخه تمام متن |
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1023746 | 941643 | 2012 | 15 صفحه PDF | دانلود رایگان |

In this paper, we present an optimization approach to depot location in one-way carsharing systems where vehicle stock imbalance issues are addressed under three trip selection schemes. The approach is based on mixed-integer programming models whose objective is to maximize the profits of a carsharing organization considering all the revenues and costs involved. The practical usefulness of the approach is illustrated with a case study involving the municipality of Lisbon, Portugal. The results we have obtained from this study provided a clear insight into the impact of depot location and trip selection schemes on the profitability of such systems.
► In this study we model the location of depots in one-way carsharing systems.
► Several trip selection schemes were considered.
► The objective of the carsharing organization is the maximization of profit.
► System performance is highly dependent on the number, location and size of depots.
► Satisfying all one-way carsharing demand will lead to great financial losses.
Journal: Transportation Research Part E: Logistics and Transportation Review - Volume 48, Issue 1, January 2012, Pages 233–247