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Optimization of urban logistics terminal distribution based on cellular automaton model

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In this paper, a method of urban terminal network location based on cellular automaton and genetic algorithm is proposed for the lack of scientific and standardized evaluation system in urban terminal network location problem. In this method, on the basis of considering the influencing factors, location principles and location steps of network location, the location model of urban terminal based on cellular automaton is established. To evaluate layout of urban logistics terminal, an evaluation index of competitiveness is built up. Then, calculation method based on logic of the genetic algorithm is used to solve the optimization result of layout through the comparison of the evaluation index. Finally, the effectiveness of the proposed method is illustrated through the simulation based on the actual data from an express company.

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This work was supported by “National Natural Science Foundation of China (Grant No. 71461026)”, and “13th Five Year Plan of Jilin Provincial Department of Education (2018)”.

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    Chengyou Cui & Qiyue Xu

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Cui, C., Xu, Q. Optimization of urban logistics terminal distribution based on cellular automaton model. Artif Life Robotics 27, 142–148 (2022). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10015-021-00722-x

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