Essays about: "cost optimization"

Showing result 6 - 10 of 818 essays containing the words cost optimization.

  1. 6. Integrating Weather Conditions in Truck Route Optimization : Maximizing Utilization and Cost-effectiveness

    University essay from Högskolan i Halmstad/Akademin för företagande, innovation och hållbarhet

    Author : Sigrid Stenbratt; Paulina Lundell; [2023]
    Keywords : Weather conditions; truck; route optimization; company; maximizing utilization; research; profit; selecting; price; fuel; equation; product development; innovation; algorithm; cost-effectiveness; Matlab; Innovation Engineer; consumption; Halmstad University; Thesis; Volvo group trucks technology; Stenbratt; Lundell; Utvecklingsingengör;

    Abstract : Abstract The focus of the thesis is researching how to optimize a certain route, highlighting theimportance of weather conditions in the context of optimizing truck routes. Additionally, itemphasizes the goals of maximizing human utilization and cost-effectiveness. READ MORE

  3. 7. Optimering av flyghastighet för flygplan

    University essay from KTH/Lättkonstruktioner, marina system, flyg- och rymdteknik, rörelsemekanik

    Author : Louise Larsson; [2023]
    Keywords : Aircraft flight speed; flight operations; speed optimization; Cost Index; ECON speed; Flyghastighet; flygverksamhet; hastighetsoptimering; kostindex; ekonomisk hastighet;

    Abstract : Optimization of flight operations is a way to reduce the impact of aviation on the environment and make the use of airspace more effective. Reductions in fuel consumption and flight time are further desired by airlines to minimize operational costs. READ MORE

  4. 8. Customizable Contraction Hierarchies for Mixed Fleet Vehicle Routing : Fast weight customization when not adhering to triangle inequality

    University essay from KTH/Skolan för elektroteknik och datavetenskap (EECS)

    Author : Martin Larsson; [2023]
    Keywords : Contraction Hierarchies; Customizable Contraction Hierarchies; Vehicle Routing Problem; Battery Electric Vehicles; Mixed Fleet; Kontraktionshierarkier; Anpassningsbara Kontraktionshierarkier; Ruttplanering; Batteridrivna elfordon; Blandad fordonsflotta;

    Abstract : As the transport industry shifts towards Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs) the need for accurate route planning rises. BEVs have reduced range compared to traditional fuel based vehicles, and the range can vary greatly depending on ambient conditions and vehicle load. READ MORE

  5. 9. A case study on Trucks’Crossmembers at Volvo Group

    University essay from KTH/Produktionsutveckling

    Author : Aman Sultania; [2023]
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    Abstract : This thesis aims at investigating the crossmember business within the context of Volvo Trucks, with a focus on identifying standardization opportunities and optimizing the supply chain for improved efficiency and cost savings. The objectives of this study include mapping commonalities in design, raw material grade, surface finish, and thickness across different trucks and brands. READ MORE

  6. 10. Optimization of an energy system in rural Thailand

    University essay from KTH/Skolan för industriell teknik och management (ITM)

    Author : Axel Lund; Mattias Malmberg; [2023]
    Keywords : Rural energy; Thailand; Microgrid; Biomass; Solar PV; Sustainable development goals; Minor field study; stand-alone; HOMER pro; Landsbyggdens energi; Thailand; Microgrid; Biomassa; Solceller; Hållbara utvecklingsmål; Minor field study; fristående energi system; HOMER pro;

    Abstract : By 2020, Thailand ensured 100% electricity access to its 72 million inhabitants. This was partly done by promoting off-grid energy systems in rural areas instead of using costly grid extensions. READ MORE