Transportation

Digital Transformation in Maritime Transportation and Logistics

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 08:44:49 GMT

In an era marked by rapid technological advancements and globalization, the maritime transport and logistics industry stands at the forefront of transformation. Digital technologies are being used to improve efficiency, reliability, and sustainability within global maritime transportation and logistics, including for port management, end-to-end logistics coordination, and data sharing for supply chains.

Digital Transformation in Maritime Transportation and Logistics offers a comprehensive exploration of how digital technologies are reshaping the landscape of global maritime transport and trade. From port operations to technological advancements, this book delves into the key concepts, challenges, and opportunities driving the maritime industry forward. The book also reflects the growing importance of sustainable practices in this industry.

The book gives a holistic overview of maritime transport systems and global logistics, covering both foundational concepts and cutting-edge developments in the digital age. It offers insights from industry experts and practitioners, providing real-world perspectives on the challenges and opportunities facing the industry.

Key topics such as port operations, global trade routes, environmental sustainability, and cybersecurity are included, providing an international perspective on current and future digital advancements in maritime technology and operations.

Researchers and academics working on maritime transport, logistics, and digitalization will find that this book offers thorough and systematically-structured coverage of their field of interest. Professionals in the maritime transport and logistics industry will also find this book a useful resource in staying abreast of the latest trends and technologies.

Control, Learning and Optimization with Applications in Connected and Autonomous Vehicles

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 15:14:49 GMT

Connected and autonomous vehicles (CAVs) have enormous potential to shape the future of transportation. As this complex and dynamic field grows, researchers are looking for ways to improve the efficiency and performance of CAVs. Through employing predictive modeling, machine learning, and advanced sensor fusion approaches, CAVs can anticipate and respond to hazardous situations with greater precision and speed. Control algorithms coupled with real-time data analysis enable CAVs to achieve significant reductions in energy consumption without compromising performance or safety.

This book investigates the convergence of control, learning, and optimization techniques used to enhance CAV safety, mobility, energy efficiency, and overall performance, helping readers gain a deeper understanding of the key developments and emerging trends in CAV technologies.

It includes chapters on human-vehicle shared control, vehicle platooning, motion prediction and planning for autonomous vehicles, predictive and adaptive cruise control, reinforcement learning, energy optimisation, as well as cyber-security and privacy issues in learning-based vehicle control.

This book is a comprehensive resource for researchers and advanced students interested in the transformative potential of CAVs in future transport and looking for further insights to navigate this complex and dynamic field.

Flow Turbulence Engineering in Transport

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 15:17:22 GMT

Turbulence in transportation occurs in the aerodynamics of vehicles, hydrodynamics of watercrafts, and combustion engines, amongst others. Turbulent flows can greatly affect the performance of vehicles, from air and water resistance, noise, and combustion quality - but it can also be exploited to improve the efficiency of the involved engineering operations. Understanding how turbulence effects occur within various transport modes can help engineers build better performing and safer vehicles, and overall improve transport networks.

This book provides a timely update on turbulence research within transportation, and the exploitation of turbulent flow for more efficient transport, through aerodynamics, hydrodynamics and combustion engine improvement.

The book starts with an introduction to the many scenarios in which flow turbulence can be further harnessed within transportation engineering. Later the book details selected latest applications of flow turbulence to enhance the efficiency of essential engineering operations in transport, in particular in aerodynamics and combustion engines.

Flow Turbulence Engineering in Transport is a useful aid for new and experienced researchers and engineers working in thermofluids, especially those whose research involves turbulent flow. It offers a look at selected latest exploitations of flow turbulence in enhancing the efficiency of essential engineering operations in transport, highlighting the latest and future advancements in this field.

Electric Vehicle Charge Point Infrastructure

Thu, 21 Aug 2025 08:12:17 GMT

The use of electric vehicles (EVs) is a topic of great importance, given the continued drive towards net zero and the phase out of the sale of new petrol and diesel vehicles. However, a key concern is the need to install enough charge point infrastructure to grow in tandem with increasing EV adoption. Lack of EV charge point infrastructure and range anxiety are often cited as barriers to EV uptake. Therefore, a closer look is needed to understand how to model and build suitable EV charge point infrastructure, and how this can contribute to the broader aim of decarbonising transport.

This book provides an overview of the technologies and broader themes which should be understood when taking an end to end approach to EV charge point deployment, from concept through to operation. It starts by highlighting the role EV charge points will play in terms of delivering future transport emissions reductions. The book then takes the reader through charge point planning, installation, operation, and decommissioning. It also examines the development of demand and supply models, key to the planning process, as well as current and future vehicle battery and charging technology advancements which will impact future deployments.

Electric Vehicle Charge Point Infrastructure: From planning to operation is a valuable resource for anyone with a vested interest in charge point infrastructure, including EV engineers and charge point operators, and academics focusing on transport decarbonisation, modelling, and emerging trends in transport.

AIoT for Smart Transportation

Thu, 13 Feb 2025 11:17:39 GMT

AIoT for Smart Transportation: Transforming the future of mobility explores the convergence of artificial intelligence (AI) and the internet of things (IoT) technologies in the context of modern transportation systems.

Intelligent transportation systems (ITS) leverage cutting-edge information, electronic, sensing, communication, control, and management technologies to transform raw traffic data, gathered from individuals, vehicles, and road infrastructure within the transportation network, into valuable and actionable information. By facilitating real-time communication and seamless connectivity through robust communication systems, ITS can enhance the synergy among people, vehicles, and road infrastructure.

This book explores the dynamic intersection of AIoT technologies and their pivotal role in shaping the future of transportation systems. It looks at the critical challenges posed by urbanization, and the demand for efficient, safe, and sustainable mobility, featuring chapters exploring the challenges, technologies, applications, and future trends of AIoT in realizing intelligent transportation. Topics include: AIoT for real-time traffic analysis and optimisation, the role of data and sensors, security and safety, and sustainable mobility.

This book aims to help readers understand and leverage the potential of AIoT in modern transportation, providing insights and practical knowledge for those working, or interested, in the evolving landscape of smart transportation. It is intended to be a useful resource for researchers from industry and academia, scientists, and engineers in the fields of ICT and networking, IoT, smart technologies, and transportation.

Urban Traffic Analysis and Control

Tue, 10 Dec 2024 15:10:23 GMT

Urban Traffic Analysis and Control: The key challenges in the era of ITS explores urban traffic control strategies. It provides a comprehensive overview of traffic management methods, focusing on both static and dynamic applications. The book addresses issues related to transportation planning, or simpler cases where real-time adaptive control is not necessary, as well as traffic control applications based on real-time monitoring and dynamic models or data-driven methods for flow prediction.

Notably, this is the first book to address both fixed and adaptive signal-setting design, offering theory and practical applications at both the intersection and network-wide levels. It also incorporates the latest developments in Intelligent Transportation Systems, particularly how technologies impact traffic analysis and control. Additionally, the book discusses strategies for optimizing impacts related to safety, noise, fuel consumption, and emissions.

The four main topics covered are:

Methods for estimating dynamic traffic flows and evaluating performance;
Traffic control strategies, with a primary focus on signal coordination;
The impact of emerging technologies on enhancing traffic signals and management;
Methods for evaluating externalities (such as safety, emissions, energy consumption, and noise).

The book is intended to serve as a reference work for academic researchers and graduate students in the field of Intelligent Transportation Systems, as well as professionals and consultants working in this area.

Electric Vehicle Technologies

Tue, 10 Dec 2024 15:12:01 GMT

Electric Vehicle Technologies: Renewable energy for the road traces electric vehicle technology from its beginnings through the current state-of-the-art and onwards to future possibilities. Bringing together insights from technical and commercial perspectives, this book is collated and written by two experts - one a pioneer in the field of EV whose career spans decades of design and development, the other a highly experienced technical specialist in EV drive system and megawatt rapid charge system design.

The first chapter addresses the fundamental principles and strategies of EV design and development. Additional chapters provide important historical context, covering the development of the first all-electric and hybrid vehicles, discussing their advantages, limitations, and how they paved the way for future progress in EV. This concludes with the invention of the lithium-ion battery; discussing the transformative impact of this breakthrough on EV research.

The second part of the book addresses the current state of the EV industry and recent advances in research, with case studies on Tesla, Formula-E and the role of government policies in driving EV development in China. A chapter is devoted to rapid charge infrastructure, and the role of renewable energy is also discussed, including its inherent intermittency challenges and current and future energy storage solutions.

The final chapters of the book look to the future of EV, covering the near- and long-term future of lithium-ion batteries, fuel cell technologies and the potential prospects of the hydrogen economy, as well as touching on more speculative possibilities such as fusion energy.

This book is a valuable and fascinating resource for anyone working on the development of EV technologies who wishes to gain insights into the underlying trends and drivers in this field.

Traffic Safety Data

Mon, 11 Nov 2024 08:50:32 GMT

Traffic fatalities decrease in most high-income countries, though it is still a long journey to reach the Vision Zero target. The trend is quite the opposite in low- and middle-income countries, where road casualty numbers stagnate at best. In both contexts, however, access to meaningful and reliable data is crucial for developing efficient traffic safety policies and, ultimately, saving lives on streets and roads.

There can be significant limitations with available accident data, meaning finding alternative sources of relevant information is increasingly important. Besides the traditional police records, there are many other data sources that can be used as a complement or an alternative. 'Triangulation' of different data types usually leads to important insights, both related to the traffic safety problems at hands, and to how much trust we can put into a single data source.

This book covers the different data types that can be collected and used for monitoring, analysing, and improving road safety, including chapters on police records and accident modelling, healthcare system records, self-reporting of accidents, data from insurance companies, and more. Not the least, significant space is given to the pro-active methods for traffic safety assessment. The book also looks at the legal and ethical issues around collecting and using road safety data.

This book provides a wide and up-to-date perspective on relevant traffic safety data, helping to broaden the horizons for safety experts and also to promote a more knowledge- and data-based approach to traffic safety management.

Technologies for the Electrification of Land and Sea Transportation

Mon, 16 Sep 2024 09:18:46 GMT

Despite the ongoing effects of climate change, large swaths of transport vehicles are still being powered with fossil fuels, generating enormous amounts of greenhouse gas emissions. Changing our transport technology is crucial to ensure a transition away from fossil fuels and toward renewable energy, with green electricity acting as the major transmission medium. With the development of innovative storage and propulsion, combined with real-time energy management, significant changes are feasible in the shipping, automotive, and aeronautics sectors.

This book provides a thorough look at the current trend of electrification of transportation systems on land and at sea.

The first chapters cover electric land transport, its related energy storage, and regulatory issues. Ensuing chapters look at electric ships, their challenges and charging solutions, and the relevant regulations. The technologies, challenges, and possibilities associated with greenhouse gas emission reduction, by shifting from conventional to zero-emission electrical transportation, are examined in detail, with case studies demonstrating real world solutions.

This is a rich resource for senior undergraduate and postgraduate students, researchers, designers, operators, manufacturers, and engineers, interested in the latest electrification trends in land and sea transportation.

Evaluation of Intelligent Road Transport Systems, 2nd Edition

Thu, 01 Aug 2024 13:09:06 GMT

Intelligent transport systems (ITS) use ICT to deliver transport system improvements as an alternative to expanding physical infrastructure, thereby saving on investments and reducing environmental impact. ITS applications contribute to cleaner and safer transport, enhance economic growth, and hold the promise for sustainable mobility solutions for a future flourishing society.

This book provides an overview of ICT-based intelligent road transport systems with an emphasis on evaluation methods and recent evaluation results of ITS development and deployment. The first edition has been widely used internationally, and while its scientific and practical information is still very valuable, this fully updated second edition contains new, up-to-date results, especially regarding the impact assessment of cooperative and automated driving.

Topics covered in the book include: impact assessment of (cooperative) ITS, including automated driving; frameworks and methods for ITS evaluation; a system architecture for future mobility; opportunities and challenges for future ITS deployment.

With chapters from an international panel of leading experts, this book is essential reading for researchers and professionals from industry, academia and authorities in the ITS domain.

Mobility as a Service

Mon, 09 Oct 2023 09:15:55 GMT

Mobility-as-a-Service (MaaS) is a much-talked about term in the transportation industry and in transport policy. The goal of MaaS is a shift away from personally-owned modes of transportation and towards mobility solutions that are consumed as a service. Such solutions are typically enabled by digital technologies and platforms. MaaS systems might combine transportation services from public and private transportation providers, like train and carsharing services, through a unified portal to create and manage journeys, which users can pay for with a single account. MaaS offers travellers mobility solutions based on their travel needs.

The purpose of this book is to take stock of recent trends and developments in MaaS, and so provide readers with an overview of progress, challenges, opportunities, and the likely future direction of the field. The book begins by addressing the history of MaaS and its defining principles, then explores enabling technologies and business models. The different opportunities and challenges of implementing MaaS are examined for urban and rural areas and for regional travel. The challenge of integration is discussed, followed by the role of MaaS in different spheres of transportation, including mass transit, shared transport, demand responsive transport, and active travel. The role of mobility hubs is also reviewed. The final chapters of the book cover policy and regulation, and the likely future outlook and next steps for MaaS.

The book is written by two knowledgeable consultants with substantial experience in delivering and supporting future mobility projects. The authors have drawn deeply on their expertise and connections in the field to provide a wealth of case-studies, which illustrate real-world applications of MaaS.

Covering the principles, enabling technologies and business models behind MaaS, this book provides a systematic and thorough overview of the field for researchers, consultants, industry professionals, transport operators and policy makers.

AI Techniques in EV Motor and Inverter Fault Detection and Diagnosis

Thu, 07 Sep 2023 09:25:44 GMT

The motor drive system plays a significant role in the safety and function of electric vehicles as a bridge for power transmission. In order to enhance the efficiency and stability of the drive system, more and more studies based on AI technology are devoted to the fault detection and diagnosis of the motor drive system.

AI Techniques in EV Motor and Inverter Fault Detection and Diagnosis comprehensively covers the recently-developed AI applications for solving condition monitoring and fault detection issues in EV electrical conversion systems. AI-based fault detection and diagnosis (FDD) is divided into two main steps: feature extraction and fault classification. The application of different signal processing methods in feature extraction is discussed. In particular, the application of traditional machine learning and deep learning algorithms for fault classification is presented in detail. In addition, the characteristics of all techniques reviewed are summarised.

Chapters systematically address condition monitoring and fault detection in EV motors and inverters. Four case studies are including, covering AI based electric motor fault diagnosis, AI based inverter/IGBT fault diagnosis, AI based bearing fault diagnosis, and AI based gearbox fault diagnosis. Alongside each case study, the authors discuss the differences between conventional methods and AI-based methods in EV applications, and the motivation, advantages, shortcomings and challenges of AI-based methods. Finally, the latest developments, research gaps and future challenges in fault monitoring and diagnosis of motor faults are explored.

Providing a systematic and thorough exploration of its field, this book is a valuable resource for researchers and students with an interest in the applications of AI in electric vehicles, and for engineers and research and development professionals in the electric automotive industry.

Electric Vehicle Components and Charging Technologies

Thu, 07 Sep 2023 09:24:39 GMT

In order to create a reliable, safe and cost-effective electric vehicle with acceptable range, battery charging time, battery life and driving performance, it is important to design optimised and compatible components and charging systems.

This book offers an overview of the design, modeling, simulation and control of electric vehicle components and charging technologies. Chapters address the fundamentals of electric vehicles and the essentials of their power electronics components, discuss the principles of design, modeling, simulation and control, and then apply those principles to electric machines, drives and battery management systems. Where relevant, MATLAB/Simulink models are included. Further topics include fault tolerant operation, wired and wireless charging systems, power quality control, and grid integration. Current regulations and standards are also addressed.

Electric Vehicle Components and Charging Technologies: Design, modeling, simulation and control is intended to be suitable for newcomers to the field, though it assumes an engineering background. The discussions of emerging concepts, methods and realisation are also intended to be thought-provoking for more established researchers, engineers and industry professionals.

Applications of Machine Learning and Data Analytics Models in Maritime Transportation

Tue, 13 Sep 2022 10:35:06 GMT

Machine learning and data analytics can be used to inform technical, commercial and financial decisions in the maritime industry. Applications of Machine Learning and Data Analytics Models in Maritime Transportation explores the fundamental principles of analysing maritime transportation related practical problems using data-driven models, with a particular focus on machine learning and operations research models.

Data-enabled methodologies, technologies, and applications in maritime transportation are clearly and concisely explained, and case studies of typical maritime challenges and solutions are also included. The authors begin with an introduction to maritime transportation, followed by chapters providing an overview of ship inspection by port state control, and the principles of data driven models. Further chapters cover linear regression models, Bayesian networks, support vector machines, artificial neural networks, tree-based models, association rule learning, cluster analysis, classic and emerging approaches to solving practical problems in maritime transport, incorporating shipping domain knowledge into data-driven models, explanation of black-box machine learning models in maritime transport, linear optimization, advanced linear optimization, and integer optimization. A concluding chapter provides an overview of coverage and explores future possibilities in the field.

The book will be especially useful to researchers and professionals with expertise in maritime research who wish to learn how to apply data analytics and machine learning to their fields.

ITS for Freight Logistics

Thu, 07 Jul 2022 09:29:46 GMT

The global economy requires globalized movement of goods. Freight transport operations need to be efficient, productive, safe and secure, clean and green. The use of ICT and ITS (intelligent transport systems) are addressing these challenges by developing more rapid, more reliable and more precisely timed strategies for freight transport.

This book reviews recent developments in the field of ITS for freight logistics, covering relevant technologies, applications, approaches and standards. Chapters address the following topics: introduction to mobility of goods and freight logistics; global logistics visibility; global logistics standards development for using on marine container terminals; supply chain and RFID technologies; international data exchange solutions for transport and logistics; city logistics; the UK freight and logistics sector; implementation and application; and logistics IoT in Thailand.

Written by an international team of contributors, and edited by an expert in the field, this book is aimed at students and researchers in ITS and ICT for transport applications, policy makers and practitioners such as system architects, system engineers, and managers in the freight transport industry, and anyone involved in the design, developments and implementation of new ICT and ITS technologies in the freight sector.

Cybersecurity in Transport Systems

Thu, 20 Jan 2022 08:55:13 GMT

The role of data and information and communication technology (ICT) is growing in all areas of transport, with autonomous vehicles among the most advanced examples. This opens up opportunities for malevolent interference, such as remote-control of vehicles for criminal or terrorist purposes or interruption of increasingly interconnected transport systems. It is therefore imperative that cybersecurity is upgraded and designed into new systems.

Focusing on the management of security and the principles of security technologies in the context of transport systems, this book equips readers with an understanding of what management actions need to be taken and the sort of technologies available to defend against cyberattacks. To improve their decision making, managers need to understand how security practices and technologies work, so the book spans a range of areas: from regulations to security management, to the principles of selected technologies.

Cybersecurity in Transport Systems provides insights across multiple modes of transport, including insight from seasoned practitioners. It also addresses advances and themes in current research and the future outlook as we move to increasing digital transformation.

The book is aimed at managers in the transport sector but is widely applicable to other sectors, especially those that are safety critical. Much of the book will be useful to students considering careers in industries that rely on information technology, and to researchers in academia and industry.

Vehicular Ad Hoc Networks and Emerging Technologies for Road Vehicle Automation

Fri, 21 Jan 2022 10:26:50 GMT

The automation of road vehicles is still developing, moving towards improved technology, safety, energy and fuel efficiency, comfort, economic growth, and real-world applications. Vehicle connectivity and information exchange over the road is an essential requirement for the future of automated driving. This book is intended to help bridge the gap between theory and applications of autonomous vehicles.

Vehicular Ad Hoc Networks and Emerging Technologies for Road Vehicle Automation covers autonomous road vehicles and systems, with a particular focus on vehicular ad-hoc networks (VANETs). VANETs are a key part of the intelligent transport systems framework. They are created by applying the principles of mobile ad-hoc networks to vehicles; that is, the spontaneous creation of a wireless network of mobile devices based on inter-vehicle communication. Coverage also includes further aspects of autonomous road vehicles, including hybrid vehicles, autonomous intelligent vehicles, and autonomous decentralized systems (ADS).

The book is essential reading for researchers and advanced students from academia, industry and government working on the automation of road vehicles. Additionally, it is a helpful resource for students, researchers and newcomers to the field; providing an in-depth understanding of autonomous road vehicles, their internal structure, types, and fundamental principles, helping to inform and direct their research, and identify challenging areas and problems where further investigations are needed.

ICT Solutions and Digitalisation in Ports and Shipping

Fri, 05 Feb 2021 14:42:02 GMT

Given the volumes of global ship traffic, solutions are needed to reduce waiting times, costs, energy consumption and emissions. This systematic reference on ICT solutions and digitalisation in the ports and shipping sector covers new and existing technologies, different types of digital systems, and offers illustrative examples and case studies.

Coverage includes the following topics: the global trade facilitation regulatory framework and the role of ICT; maritime ports and cybersecurity; e-navigation and shore-based monitoring systems; maritime transportation along the Northern Sea Route; smart shipping beyond e-navigation; maritime communications; emerging radio communication technologies in the maritime domain; a data-driven methodology for maritime patterns of life discovery; real-time information with its technology; digital supply chain and port information modelling (PIM); ICT innovation in port-hinterland transport services; decarbonisation technologies in shipping and the question of transition fuels; and finally the advent of shore-based navigation: from vessel traffic services (VTS) to e-navigation maritime service portfolio (MSP).

The aim of this work is to examine the application of ICT solutions and digitalisation to the movement and clearance of freight at seaports globally. It provides conceptual clarity on the applicability of the different technologies and systems used for this purpose, and the relevance of such projects for different types of ports, from a trade facilitation perspective. It is therefore of particular relevance to researchers, academics, consultants, chief technology officers, and advanced students in the field of freight and logistics, especially in a maritime context. The book is also a valuable reference for anyone involved in port logistics in a managerial or operational capacity, and to port authorities.

Behavioural Modelling and Simulation of Bicycle Traffic

Fri, 05 Feb 2021 14:40:30 GMT

Cycling is an important part of the urban transport system and short-distance travel in many modern cities around the world. With no emissions and occupying much less road space than cars, bikes are clean and sustainable. Bicycle traffic needs to be tracked and analysed in order to generate reliable predictions and make correct decisions when adapting and building traffic infrastructure, to account for bikes in road traffic systems, and to model and plan interactions between bikes and autonomous vehicles.

Offering a systematic analysis of the movements and behaviours of bicycles and their riders, this book discusses data collection and evaluation approaches, and the development of a framework for the theory and modelling of bike traffic followed by model verification techniques and riding characteristics for context.

This book contains valuable information for researchers involved with intelligent transportation systems, traffic modelling and simulation, and particularly those with an especial interest in bicycle traffic. The book will also be of interest to advanced students in these and related fields, and transportation policymakers.

Driving Simulators for the Evaluation of Human-Machine Interfaces in Assisted and Automated Vehicles

Wed, 07 Apr 2021 14:14:48 GMT

Driving Simulators for the Evaluation of Human-Machine Interfaces in Assisted and Automated Vehicles is a concise reference work on driving simulators, which conveys the technology behind simulator systems used to test driver assistance systems and automated vehicles, including electric vehicles. Coverage includes architecture, computer graphics, evaluation parameters and applied examples.

A driving simulator is a device that has the function of presenting similar visual, auditory and force perceptions to those experienced during driving, creating the illusion that the driver is driving an actual car. The advantage of tests using a driving simulator is that it can reproduce dangerous traffic situations and tests safely. Driving simulators are also valuable in research and development into intelligent driving systems, allowing for testing and evaluation in a simulation environment rather than on the road.

With its concise selection of relevant material and applied focus, this book will be of use to research and development professionals in industry and academic researchers whose work involves automotive systems and technologies in general, and particularly those working on driving simulators and automated driving.