Sustainable, Intelligent, Resilient, and Connected Mobility and Transport Services
A special issue of Sustainability (ISSN 2071-1050). This special issue belongs to the section "Sustainable Transportation".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 May 2025 | Viewed by 68
Special Issue Editors
Interests: large-scale railway train timetabling problems; real-time railway train dispatching problems; connected automated vehicles; simulation of transportation system
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Interests: optimization modeling applied in railroad operation and scheduling; mathematical modeling and optimization; air traffic management
Interests: traffic signal control; connected automated vehicles; traffic flow theory; traffic simulation; machine learning; trajectory predictions
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Interests: optimization of railway transport organization; transport economics; option theory and supply chain risk evaluation; artificial intelligence and deep learning; machine learning
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
We are calling for papers for a Special Issue of the journal of Sustainable, Intelligent, Resilient, and Connected Mobility and Transport Services. The rapid evolution of mobility and transport services is reshaping the way we move, live, and interact with our environment. As urban populations grow and technological advancements accelerate, the need for sustainable, intelligent, and resilient transport systems becomes increasingly urgent. This research area is pivotal in addressing global challenges such as climate change, urban congestion, and resource depletion. By integrating sustainability principles with cutting-edge technologies, we can create transport solutions that are not only efficient but also environmentally friendly and socially inclusive.
This special issue aims to explore innovative approaches and solutions in the realm of mobility and transport services that align with the principles of sustainability, intelligence, resilience, and connectivity. We invite researchers and practitioners to contribute original research articles, case studies, and reviews that delve into how these themes can transform transport systems. This issue is closely aligned with the journal's scope, which focuses on advancing knowledge and practices in sustainable development across various sectors. In this Special Issue, original research articles and reviews are welcome.
We welcome submissions on, but not limited to, the following themes:
- Sustainable Mobility Solutions: Innovations in reducing the carbon footprint of transport systems, including electric and hybrid vehicles, renewable energy integration, and eco-friendly infrastructure design.
- Intelligent Transport Systems: The application of AI, IoT, and big data analytics in optimizing transport operations, enhancing safety, and improving user experience.
- Resilience in Transport Networks: Strategies to enhance the robustness and adaptability of transport systems in the face of disruptions such as natural disasters, pandemics, and cyber threats.
- Connected Mobility: The role of connectivity and digitalization in facilitating seamless, multimodal transport experiences, and the development of smart cities.
- Policy and Governance: Examination of regulatory frameworks and policy measures that support sustainable transport initiatives and innovation.
Research areas may include (but not limited to) the following:
- Integration of Renewable Energy in Public Transport Systems: Exploring the adoption of solar, wind, and other renewable energy sources in public transportation.
- Impact of Smart Infrastructure on Urban Mobility: Analyzing how smart roads, traffic lights, and parking systems contribute to efficient transport services.
- Resilience Strategies for Climate Change Adaptation in Transport: Developing approaches for transport systems to withstand and recover from climate-related disruptions.
- Cybersecurity in Connected Vehicle Networks: Investigating the security challenges and solutions for connected and autonomous vehicles.
- Behavioral Insights into Shared Mobility Adoption: Understanding consumer behavior and preferences in the adoption of shared mobility services.
- Blockchain Applications in Transport Logistics: Examining the use of blockchain for enhancing transparency and efficiency in transport logistics.
- Equity and Accessibility in Future Transport Systems: Addressing social inclusion and accessibility in the planning of sustainable transport solutions.
- Integration of Renewable Energy Sources in Public Transport: Exploring the feasibility and impact of integrating solar, wind, and other renewable energy sources into public transportation systems to enhance energy efficiency and sustainability.
- Optimization of Energy Consumption in Public Transit Systems: Investigating methods to reduce energy usage through route optimization, scheduling, and operational efficiency improvements in public transportation networks.
- Policy Frameworks for Sustainable Urban Transport: Developing policies that support sustainable urban transport initiatives.
We look forward to receiving your contributions.
Dr. Yongxiang Zhang
Dr. Qingwei Zhong
Dr. Zhihong Yao
Dr. Jingwei Guo
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- connected vehicles
- Mobility-as-a-Service (MaaS)
- urban mobility innovation
- transport electrification
- smart infrastructure
- autonomous vehicles
- sustainable and shared mobility
- intelligent transport systems
- resilient transportation
- transport policy and governance
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