Evaluation of Actual Timetables and Utilization Levels of West Midlands Metro Using Event-Based Simulations

Potti, Praful and Marinov, Marin (2020). Evaluation of Actual Timetables and Utilization Levels of West Midlands Metro Using Event-Based Simulations. Urban Rail Transit, 6 (1), pp. 28-41.

Abstract

The performance of the West Midlands Metro in the United Kingdom is analyzed in the present study by evaluating the existing timetables of the metro system. Using SIMUL8 computer software, a discrete event-based simulation prototype modeling the metro system is developed and implemented. The model adequately describes the performance of the West Midlands Metro system. By running simulations, the overall utilization level of the metro system is calculated. The results of the simulation model indicate that the metro system is being underutilized. The low utilization rates indicate a potential for the introduction of new services capable of exploiting the existing infrastructure and improving the utilization levels of the existing metro system; For example, the potential of using the current metro system for urban freight transport could be a new service of interest and provide scope for further research.

Publication DOI:	https://doi.org/10.1007/s40864-019-00120-4
Divisions:	College of Engineering & Physical Sciences > School of Infrastructure and Sustainable Engineering > Engineering Systems and Supply Chain Management College of Engineering & Physical Sciences
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Uncontrolled Keywords:	Metro,Metro system performance,Modeling,Rail,SIMUL8,Simulation,Timetable,Urban freight,Utilization levels,Civil and Structural Engineering,Geography, Planning and Development,Automotive Engineering,Transportation,Urban Studies,Electrical and Electronic Engineering
Publication ISSN:	2199-6679
Last Modified:	01 Apr 2024 16:01
Date Deposited:	05 Dec 2019 10:24
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PURE Output Type:	Article
Published Date:	2020-03-01
Published Online Date:	2020-02-08
Accepted Date:	2019-12-03
Authors:	Potti, Praful Marinov, Marin ( 0000-0003-1449-7436)