Train profile evaluation system and method
US9158293B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 21, 2013 |
| Grant date | Oct 13, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 1, 2034 |
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- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG06Q10/083
- WIPO fieldControl
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Systems and methods for determining how to stack containers/trailers on a vehicle consist at a terminal/yard at least to maintain aerodynamic efficiency. Embodiments of the present invention provide a terminal management software application configured to determine how to stack containers/trailers on vehicles of a vehicle consist, taking into account a resultant aerodynamic efficiency of the vehicle consist during transit as well as other factors.
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