Guo, J; Xiang, P; Liu, Q and Luo, Y (2024) Transportation infrastructure network optimisation based on computer simulation using Sichuan province, China as an example. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 31(7), pp. 2740-2769. ISSN 0969-9988
Abstract
Purpose: The purpose of this paper is to propose a method that can calculate the transportation infrastructure network service capacity enhancement given by planned transportation infrastructure projects construction. Managers can sequence projects more rationally to maximize the construction effectiveness of infrastructure investments. Design/methodology/approach: This paper designed a computational network simulation software to generate topological networks based on established rules. Based on the topological networks, the software simulated the movement path of users and calculated the average travel time. This software allows the adjustment of parameters to suit different research objectives. The average travel time is used as an evaluation index to determine the most appropriate construction sequence. Findings: In this paper, the transportation infrastructure network of Sichuan Province in China was used to demonstrate this software. The average travel time of the existing transportation network in Sichuan Province was calculated as 211 min using this software. The high-speed railways from Leshan to Xichang and from Xichang to Yibin had the greatest influence on shortening the average travel time. This paper also measured the changes in the average travel time under two strategies: shortening the maximum and minimum priorities. All the transportation network optimisation plans for Sichuan Province will be somewhere between these two strategies. Originality/value: The contribution of this research are three aspects: First, a complex network analysis method that can take into account the differences of node elements is proposed. Second, it provides an effective tool for decision makers to plan transportation infrastructure construction. Third, the construction sequence of transportation infrastructure development plan can effect the infrastructure investment effectiveness.
| Item Type: | Article |
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| Uncontrolled Keywords: | construction planning; management; strategic management |
| Index terms: | network analysis, infrastructure investment, transportation infrastructure, effectiveness, construction planning, manager, movement, strategy, computer simulation, strategic management, methodology, China |
| Subjects: | infrastructure and transport systems, Geography, performance management, research methods, management, economic analysis, construction planning, data analysis and analytics, modelling and simulation, practitioner, health behaviours and lifestyles |
| Topics: | Site Management, Quality Management, Digital Applications, Procurement, Roles and Professions, Engineering Principles, Geographical Context, Research Practice, Business Strategy |
| Descriptive scope: | 4 PCTA |
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