A mixed integer linear programming based heuristic solution approach is proposed and a numerical study is carried out to assess the performance of the proposed method.
📌 3 Key Takeaways
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Objective & Hypothesis:We present a new variant of vehicle routing problem with a min-max objective function.
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Key Findings & Data:The problem has different types of service demands satisfied by a heterogeneous fleet of vehicles.
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Conclusion & Impact:A mixed integer linear programming based heuristic solution approach is proposed and a numerical study is carried out to assess the performance of the proposed method.
🔬Design:Research Article
📍Scope:Comprehensive Sample
⚙️Variables:Vehicle Routing Problem · Heuristic Method · Synchronization
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We present a new variant of vehicle routing problem with a min-max objective function. The problem has different types of service demands satisfied by a heterogeneous fleet of vehicles. Unlimited service capacitated vehicles serve the demand points with multiple time windows and requirement of operation synchronization when demand is split between vehicles. A mixed integer linear programming based heuristic solution approach is proposed and a numerical study is carried out to assess the performance of the proposed method.