Methodology for Improving the Efficiency of Operation of Low-Intensity Railway Lines Based on a Logistic Approach

Purpose: It consists in developing a methodology for improving the efficiency of operation of low-intensity railway lines based on the use of a set of planning and optimization tools for the functioning of low-intensity railway lines. Methods: Methods of analysis and synthesis, linear and dynamic programming have been applied. Results: A methodology has been developed to improve the efficiency of operation of low-intensity railway lines based on a logistic approach with an assessment of the transport potential of the line and modeling a set of measures to improve the efficiency of their work. Practical significance: The developed methodology is recommended for use in the preparation of work plans to improve the efficiency of operation of low-intensity lines. The methodology makes it possible to determine the potential of low-intensity railway lines for freight and passenger traffic, to select optimal operating scenarios to improve the efficiency of the lines while limiting the budget for their implementation.