Empirical Estimation Approach to Quantifying Attributes Contributing to Inter-Modal/Terminal Viability;Final technical rept

摘要

The general purpose of this study is to develop an applied methodology, using a rigorous mathematical programming model, to empirically examine the impacts on Intermodal efficiencies, effectiveness, and performance/viability of alternative investment strategies or operations policy changes. Data from an ongoing study by these principal investigators will provide the structure of the case studies to be evaluated and a review of alternative stochastic and non-stochastic transportation models will be undertaken. Case studies, with differing operational and physical characteristics, of several port/Intermodal facilities will be used to test the prototype model initially developed. Modifications and applications will be recommended.