MULTIMODAL INVESTMENT ANALYSIS METHODOLOGY, PHASE ONE: THE CONCEPTUAL MODEL

摘要: The purpose of this project is to develop an investment analysis model that integrates the capabilities four types for use in evaluating interurban transportation system improvements. will also explore new data warehousing and mining techniques design databases required supporting such a comprehensive model. consists phases. first phase, which documented report, involves development conceptual foundation Prior research reviewed Chapter 1, composed three major sections providing demand modeling background information passenger transportation, freight (manufactured products supplies), natural resources agricultural commodities. Material from literature on geographic systems makes up 2. Database models national regional economies logistics network are conceptualized 3. Demand forecasting service requirements introduced 4, with separate Characteristics capacities different modes, modal choices, route assignments discussed 5. 6 concludes general discussion economic impacts feedback multimodal activities facilities.