scholarly journals Technical and Technological Innovations and Quality in Road transport of Goods - Selected Aspects

2019 ◽  
Vol 83 ◽  
pp. 51-62
Author(s):  
Małgorzata Kędzior-Laskowska
Keyword(s):  
Road Transport ◽  
Transport Systems ◽  
Quality Of Services ◽  
Technological Innovations ◽  
Intelligent Transport ◽  
The Road ◽  
Transport Services ◽  
On The Road ◽  
The Impact

The article presents the results of research regarding the impact of technical and technological innovations on the quality of services in road transport of goods. The study was conducted using a structured questionnaire survey on a sample of134 road transport companies. Respondents were managers and business owners. 7 factors, which potentially determined the quality of services, were assessed by the respondents. The data analysis used the arithmetic mean and the dominant, which formed the basis for determining the importance of a given factor for the quality of services. The variability analysis provided information about the variation of the sample. The results of the research proved the influence of innovation on quality. The highest-ranked factors supporting the quality ofroad transport services were intelligent transport systems, the ability to minform the customer about the actual location of the shipment (delivery time) and systems supporting the work of a professional driver. The article also identified selected innovations and attempts were made to determine their importance in the development of the quality of services and the effects of their functioning on the road transport system.

Selected issues of research on the impact of intelligent transport systems on road safety with the use of driving simulators

2019 ◽  
Vol 126 ◽  
pp. 29-37
Author(s):  
Tomasz Kamiński ◽  
Małgorzata Pędzierska ◽  
Kamila Gąsiorek
Keyword(s):  
Road Safety ◽  
Economic Effects ◽  
Transport Systems ◽  
Driving Simulators ◽  
Intelligent Transport Systems ◽  
Intelligent Transport ◽  
The Road ◽  
Variable Content ◽  
On The Road ◽  
The Impact

The article describes the impact of information displayed to drivers on boards with variable content and presented on the static table, on drivers' decisions regarding the selection of an alternative route. The results of the research obtained in the RID 4D project titled "Impact of the use of Intelligent Transport Systems services on the level of road safety" financed by the National Center for Research and Development and the General Directorate of National Roads and Motorways (DZP/RID-I-41/7/NCBR / 2016 agreement). The article describes an attempt to assess the economic effects of implementing selected ITS solutions. Based on the impact of selected ITS solutions on the speed of driving, an assessment was made of the increase of safety on the road, using as a measure the number of people killed, severely and slightly injured. The whole article is summarized by conclusions.

scholarly journals Analysis of the impact of an operator’s workstation on the safety of functioning of selected road transport systems

2019 ◽  
Vol 302 ◽  
pp. 01018
Author(s):  
Łukasz Muślewski
Keyword(s):  
Road Transport ◽  
Transport Systems ◽  
Road Accidents ◽  
Safety Level ◽  
Factors Affecting ◽  
Modern Times ◽  
Transport Services ◽  
Risk Of Injury ◽  
The Impact

Modern times are characterized by fast economic and social development. However, not all spheres of life have developed in a sustainable manner, for example some elements of anthropotechnical systems are still far from being sustainable. This results in low safety level of these systems involving high risk of injury or death caused by road accidents. Transport systems of the type Human-Machine-Environment <H-M-E>, where undesired events are caused by human behavior, belong to such systems. The author of this study has addressed the issues connected with the impact of man-made objects on their operation safety. The objects in question are selected transport systems and the study subject is assessment of the equipment operator’s behavior. The main goal of this study is to provide assessment and analysis of the impact of transport means ergonomics on the quality of transport services they provide. The research object are delivery trucks with the maximum vehicle weight up to 3.5t. The first part of the study contains identification of the factors and threats which affect functioning of transport systems. Further, ergonomics criterion is defined and the factors affecting ergonomics of selected transport means are provided. A questionnaire survey was performed with participation of professional drivers who were asked to identify the factors which have an adverse effect on the safety of the transport process as well as factors that increase the drivers’ comfort of work. Basing on this, an analysis of the results was performed and negative aspects involved in driving ergonomics were identified.

scholarly journals A Theoretical Model with Which to Safely Optimize the Configuration of Hydraulic Suspension of Modular Trailers in Special Road Transport

2020 ◽  
Vol 11 (1) ◽  
pp. 305
Author(s):  
Rubén Escribano-García ◽  
Marina Corral-Bobadilla ◽  
Fátima Somovilla-Gómez ◽  
Rubén Lostado-Lorza ◽  
Ash Ahmed
Keyword(s):  
Theoretical Model ◽  
Wind Turbine ◽  
Optimization Algorithm ◽  
Hydraulic Cylinder ◽  
Road Transport ◽  
Automatic Testing ◽  
Transport Systems ◽  
The Road ◽  
Proposed Model ◽  
On The Road

The dimensions and weight of machines, structures, and components that need to be transported safely by road are growing constantly. One of the safest and most widely used transport systems on the road today due to their versatility and configuration are modular trailers. These trailers have hydraulic pendulum axles that are that are attached in pairs to the rigid platform above. In turn, these modular trailers are subject to limitations on the load that each axle carries, the tipping angle, and the oil pressure of the suspension system in order to guarantee safe transport by road. Optimizing the configuration of these modular trailers accurately and safely is a complex task. Factors to be considered include the load’s characteristics, the trailer’s mechanical properties, and road route conditions including the road’s slope and camber, precipitation and direction, and force of the wind. This paper presents a theoretical model that can be used for the optimal configuration of hydraulic cylinder suspension of special transport by road using modular trailers. It considers the previously mentioned factors and guarantees the safe stability of road transport. The proposed model was validated experimentally by placing a nacelle wind turbine at different points within a modular trailer. The weight of the wind turbine was 42,500 kg and its dimensions were 5133 × 2650 × 2975 mm. Once the proposed model was validated, an optimization algorithm was employed to find the optimal center of gravity for load, number of trailers, number of axles, oil pressures, and hydraulic configuration. The optimization algorithm was based on the iterative and automatic testing of the proposed model for different positions on the trailer and different hydraulic configurations. The optimization algorithm was tested with a cylindrical tank that weighed 108,500 kg and had dimensions of 19,500 × 3200 × 2500 mm. The results showed that the proposed model and optimization algorithm could safely optimize the configuration of the hydraulic suspension of modular trailers in special road transport, increase the accuracy and reliability of the calculation of the load configuration, save time, simplify the calculation process, and be easily implemented.

scholarly journals The Quality of the Decision-Making Process in Road Transport

2019 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 85-92
Author(s):  
Robert Sałek
Keyword(s):  
Decision Making ◽  
Transport Process ◽  
Road Transport ◽  
Quality Of Services ◽  
Decision Making Process ◽  
Factors Affecting ◽  
Management Level ◽  
Transport Services ◽  
Preparatory Stage

Abstract The issue of quality is a very important aspect of the operation of transport companies. In relation to the area of their activity it primarily focuses on the quality of services provided, which can be verified e.g. on the basis of timeliness of deliveries or accepted complaints. This allows for examining the quality after providing the service in order to take future pro-quality actions. However, is it possible to affect the quality of services provided before their provision? The transport process itself is preceded with a range of actions taken within the framework of detailed planning and organization, which can significantly influence the quality of services. The decisions made at the management level are conditioned by many factors determining the course of future events, however, this is not always enough to make the process run uninterruptedly. Therefore, it is important to structure basic actions at the initial stage so as to allow the smooth conduct of the decision-making process for the specific task in order to subsequently focus on the detailed analysis of the actions planned. In the paper, the author attempts to characterize the fundamental factors affecting the decisions taken during the planning and organization of the transport process. The objective of the conducted research is to verify initial decisions and their significance for the improvement in the quality of transport services provided. There was conducted the algorithmization of actions and interpretation of their importance for the quality of decisions taken at the preparatory stage and during transport.

scholarly journals Evaluation of the Brake’s Performance Dependence Upon Technical Condition of Car Tires as a Factor of Road Safety Management

Energies ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 13 (1) ◽  
pp. 9 ◽  
Author(s):  
Olga Orynycz ◽  
Karol Tucki ◽  
Andrzej Wasiak ◽  
Robert Sobótka ◽  
Arkadiusz Gola
Keyword(s):  
Road Safety ◽  
Safety Management ◽  
Road Transport ◽  
Technical Condition ◽  
The Road ◽  
Vehicle Inspection ◽  
Braking Process ◽  
Inspection Station ◽  
The Impact

The social cost, as one of the factors determining sustainability of socio-economic development, is strongly dependent upon a number of casualties and mortality in road accidents. The condition of car tires appears to be one of the important factors determining the occurrence of accidents. The vast majority of vehicles are tested every year at vehicle inspection stations. One of the elements affecting the result of the technical condition test and basically the quality of vehicle braking is the technical condition of the tires. Their technical condition is a very important factor responsible for the quality of acceleration, braking, maintaining, or changing the direction of driving. As a consequence, it has a significant impact on road safety. The aim of the study is to examine the impact of tires on the results of tests performed at a vehicle inspection station. The study presents the results of bench measurements of the impact of selected features of tire condition of two vehicles during routine periodic inspections at a vehicle inspection station (VIS). The focus was on an attempt to assess the impact of inflation pressure, age, and tire tread wear on the braking process. The technical studies performed might be a source for legal steps assuring better management of road safety. It can also be expected that the tire choice and condition may affect fuel consumption, and therefore the amount of energy consumed by the road transport.

DETERMINANTS OF THE QUALITY OF SERVICE ON THE ROAD FREIGHT MARKET – AN INTERDISCIPLINARY APPROACH

2017 ◽  
Vol 70 (0) ◽  
pp. 0-0
Author(s):  
Danuta Rucińska ◽  
Małgorzata Kędzior-Laskowska
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Service ◽  
Interdisciplinary Approach ◽  
Vital Role ◽  
Quality Of Services ◽  
The Road ◽  
Telephone Interviews ◽  
Road Freight ◽  
On The Road ◽  
Freight Market

This article aims to identify determinants which influence the quality of service on the road freight market. In doing so it focuses on five aspects of carrier activity within the said market, namely the processes leading to the internationalization of operations, innovative mechanisms and technological solutions dedicated to this branch, as well as the formal, legal, economical, and ecological conditions involved. During the course of study the above mentioned factors were subjected to the evaluation of the carriers. The article presents the results of the said study and identifies the most important aspects which, according to the respondents, play a vital role in influencing the quality of services they offer. The study was conducted by way of both in-person and telephone interviews.

scholarly journals The EU Horizon Europe programme: Funding opportunities for the meteorological and climate community – basic and application areas

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Adrian Broad
Keyword(s):  
Heat Waves ◽  
Transport Systems ◽  
Intelligent Transport Systems ◽  
Protection Mechanism ◽  
Intelligent Transport ◽  
The Road ◽  
On The Road ◽  
Funding Opportunities ◽  
New Framework ◽  
The Eu

&lt;p&gt;The EU has recently adopted its new Framework Programme for Research &amp; Innovation called Horizon Europe (HE) with a budget of 95 billion euros over 7 years (2021-2027). It includes many fundamental and application science areas where the meteorological and climate community at large can contribute to and benefit from funding.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;The event will include an introduction by Dr. Adrian Broad (UK Met Office and EUMETNET) to the three pillars of HE, followed by more insights for our community into the most relevant clusters and connections with the important HE missions. This will include among others: climate systems and extreme weather; sustainable and intelligent transport systems in the air, on the road or seas; space weather and earth observation; renewable energy and agriculture sectors; the ocean and marine environment; heat waves and air pollution impact on health; technology and the digital economy; or safe systems for critical infrastructures. To conclude, links between HE and other relevant EU programmes will be made, focussing on Copernicus, Digital Europe and the Civil Protection Mechanism.&lt;/p&gt;

scholarly journals Intelligent Transport Systems in the Management of Road Transportation

2016 ◽  
Vol 6 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Blanka Kalupová ◽  
Ivan Hlavoň
Keyword(s):  
Road Network ◽  
Road Transport ◽  
Transport Systems ◽  
Multimodal Integration ◽  
Road Transportation ◽  
Intelligent Transport Systems ◽  
Intelligent Transport ◽  
The Road ◽  
Accident Frequency ◽  
Traffic Delays

Abstract Extension of European Union causes increase of free transfer of people and goods. At the same time they raised the problems associated with the transport, e.g. congestion and related accidents on roads, air traffic delays and more. To increase the efficiency and safety of transport, the European Commission supports the introduction of intelligent transport systems and services in all transport sectors. Implementation of intelligent transport systems and services in the road transport reduces accident frequency, increases the capacity of existing infrastructure and reduces congestions. Use of toll systems provides resources needed for the construction and operation of a new road network, improves public transport, cycling transport and walking transport, and also their multimodal integration with individual car transport.

scholarly journals ROAD CRACK DETECTION USING GAUSSIAN/PREWITT FILTER

2019 ◽  
Vol XLII-4/W18 ◽  
pp. 371-377
Author(s):  
S. A. Fakhri ◽  
S. A. Fakhri ◽  
M. Saadatseresht
Keyword(s):  
Random Forest ◽  
Crack Detection ◽  
Transport Systems ◽  
Road Maintenance ◽  
Simple Method ◽  
Intelligent Transport ◽  
The Road ◽  
Automatic Methods ◽  
Manual Methods

Abstract. Crack is one of the main problems of roads that can reduce the quality of the road or put it in danger in terms of safety. These cracks are needed to be identified first in order to be investigated and followed up. So detecting cracks is one of the most important parts of the road maintenance procedures, which has been considered in recent years. On the other hand, traditional manual methods of crack detection are very time-consuming and dangerous. It is timely because human resources must have thorough and accurate road visits and examine their qualitative status. For this reason, the automatic methods are utilized instead of these methods to increase the speed and reliability of the crack analysis in intelligent transport systems. A simple method is used in this research to detect the crack. Based on the proposed method, a softening filter is applied first on the image to reduce the noise, and then an edge detection filter is applied to the image. Generally, the noise still exists in the image after applying these filters. A window is used here that scans all the image and calculates the average standard deviation for all the pixels in each window, and removes the noise by considering a range. Then the process of removing noise is done with more stringency by reducing the search window in each iteration. Finally, this method was compared with one of the most prominent and modern methods of detecting cracks using a random forest method and the results indicated that despite the simplicity and the speed of the existing method in this study, it has an acceptable performance compared to the manual and random forest methods.

scholarly journals Quality of Transport Service in Intercity Road Passenger Transport: A Literature Review

2020 ◽  
pp. 18-28
Author(s):  
Tomislav Bubalo ◽  
◽  
Marijan Rajsman
Keyword(s):  
Quality Management ◽  
Road Transport ◽  
Passenger Transport ◽  
Transport Service ◽  
The Public ◽  
The Road ◽  
Public Road ◽  
Transport Services ◽  
Business Excellence

Achieving an adequate level of quality of transport services is a prerequisite for providing transport services. Certain level of quality of transport services is essential for the operation of intercity road passenger transport due to the increasingly competitive competitiveness of road transport companies in the transport services market. The topic of this research is also based on the presented topic, primarily through a comprehensive and systematic presentation of the current scientific knowledge in the area of quality management in road passenger transport. The structure of the public road transport system and the quality of transport services are described. The paper presents the quality of transport services as the basis of business excellence of road transport companies. Various models of quality management of transport services are described, as well as methods of assessing the quality of transport services in road passenger transport. The review is displayed of the current scientific research on the elements of quality of transport services in road passenger transport. The purpose of the research is to improve the methodology for assessing the quality of transport services with the aim of optimizing business and competitiveness of the road transport company.

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