Sustainable Transportation Systems

A special issue of Electronics (ISSN 2079-9292). This special issue belongs to the section "Electrical and Autonomous Vehicles".

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Interests: construction safety; resilient infrastructure; smart and sustainable mobility
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Interests: shared autonomous vehicles; mobility on demand; travel behavior; disaster preparedness
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Special Issue Information

Dear Colleagues,

The Special Issue on sustainable transportation systems will explore the multi-faceted dimensions of transportation, safety, and mobility. As urbanization accelerates and environmental concerns grow, there is a pressing need to develop transportation solutions that not only reduce environmental impacts but also improve safety and mobility for all users. This Special Issue will encompass a broad range of topics, including technological innovations, policy and regulatory frameworks, infrastructure development, and behavioral studies related to sustainable transportation. Additionally, the issue will cover advancements in vehicle technology, public transportation systems, and the integration of smart technologies to enhance safety and mobility. This Special Issue aims to provide a comprehensive platform for interdisciplinary research and discourse, fostering collaboration among scholars, practitioners, and policymakers.

The purpose of this Special Issue is to gather and disseminate high-quality research that addresses the multifaceted challenges and opportunities in sustainable transportation. By highlighting cutting-edge developments, evaluating the impact of current policies, and proposing new strategies, the Issue aims to drive forward the agenda of sustainable, safe, and efficient transportation systems. It seeks to encourage the adoption of best practices, promote innovative solutions, and support the creation of more resilient and inclusive transportation networks. This Special Issue seeks to contribute to the ongoing dialog surrounding sustainable transportation by presenting high-quality research and practical insights that can guide future advancements in the field. Through this collection, we aim to inspire innovative approaches and collaborative efforts towards creating sustainable, safe, and efficient transportation systems for all.

Dr. Apurva Pamidimukkala
Dr. Ronik Ketankumar Patel
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Keywords

  • electric vehicles
  • autonomous vehicles
  • smart mobility
  • transportation safety
  • public transit
  • emission reduction
  • urban planning
  • intermodal transport

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A Review of Battery Electric Public Transport Timetabling and Scheduling: A 10 Year Retrospective and New Developments
by Yaoyao Wang, Shun Zhang, Liang Liu, Ping Gong, Weike Lu, Fuwei Wu, Jinggang Gu, Yuxuan Li and Zhichao Cao
Electronics 2025, 14(9), 1694; https://doi.org/10.3390/electronics14091694 - 22 Apr 2025
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Battery electric vehicles (BEVs) have emerged as a cornerstone of sustainable transportation systems, driving a fundamental transformation in public transport (PT) operations over the past decade. The unique characteristics of BEVs, including range limitations and battery degradation dynamics, necessitate a multi-dimensional optimization framework [...] Read more.
Battery electric vehicles (BEVs) have emerged as a cornerstone of sustainable transportation systems, driving a fundamental transformation in public transport (PT) operations over the past decade. The unique characteristics of BEVs, including range limitations and battery degradation dynamics, necessitate a multi-dimensional optimization framework that simultaneously considers energy supply management, operational efficiency, and battery lifecycle optimization in transit scheduling and timetabling. This paper presents a systematic review of BEV timetabling and scheduling research, structured around three main contributions. First, it comprehensively examines the evolution of electric vehicle timetabling problems, providing a detailed comparative analysis of methodological approaches in this domain. Second, it identifies and critically evaluates key developments in electric vehicle scheduling, including extended research directions (such as the integration with crew scheduling) and their practical implications. Third, it investigates the integration of BEV scheduling and timetabling, synthesizing the strengths and limitations of current methodologies while outlining promising avenues for future research. By offering a comprehensive analysis of the advancements in battery electric public transport scheduling over the past decade, this review serves as both a technical reference and a strategic guide for researchers and practitioners in the field of sustainable transportation systems. Full article
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