An integrated approach for optimizing bi-modal transit networks fed by shared bikes

Authors

Xin Li
Yue Luo
Tianqi Wang
Peng Jia

Document Type

Journal Article

Publication Date

2020

Subject Area

mode - bike, planning - route design, planning - methods, planning - integration, economics - operating costs

Keywords

Bimodal transit network, Shared bikes, Bi-level model, Optimal design

Abstract

The optimal design problem of the bimodal transit network (i.e., the sparse express lines and the dense local lines) fed by shared bikes has not been well studied. In light of this, this study presents a continuum model to jointly optimize the bimodal transit system and shared bikes simultaneously in a grid network. A series of numerical cases are examined for comparing with the scenario of such system only accessing on foot. The results indicate that the generalized cost saving ranges from 12% to 60%. Meanwhile, transit operator costs are decreased due to an optimized service headway and line/stop spacing.

Rights

Permission to publish the abstract has been given by Elsevier, copyright remains with them.

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Recommended Citation

Li, X., Luo, Y., Wang, T., Jia, P., & Kuang, H. (2020). An integrated approach for optimizing bi-modal transit networks fed by shared bikes. Transportation Research Part E: Logistics and Transportation Review, Vol. 141, 102016.