An Approach to Solving Transport Problems through the M-Method

Abstract

This paper presents an approach to solving transport problems by using the M-Method with optimal planning of freight wagon logistics. This method is applied in an example transport problem for minimizing empty mileage of open and covered freight wagons, considering their interchangeability and through overview of all combinations of interchangeable open and covered wagons in stations with a freight wagon shortage. The paper also presents an approach for probability analysis of two-dimensional discrete distribution (Crosstabs), generated by the SPSS program, including the optimal solutions of the stated problem which have been reached through the M-Method.