Computer-assisted flexible routing to increase usage and cost effectiveness of urban and suburban mass-transit bus systems.

摘要

A screening study was performed to assess the feasibility of using computer-aided routing to improve the efficiency and cost effectiveness of mass-transit bus operations. The methodology is intermediate between the conventional fixed route and dial-to-ride concepts. Preliminary technical and economic analyses suggest that significant cost benefits are achievable, depending upon the manner in which the methodology is applied. 6 refs., 5 figs., 5 tabs.