A robust optimization framework for two‐echelon vehicle and UAV routing for post‐disaster humanitarian logistics operations
Tasnim Ibn Faiz,
Chrysafis Vogiatzis,
Jiongbai Liu
et al.
Abstract:Providing first aid and other supplies (e.g., epi‐pens, medical supplies, dry food, water) during and after a disaster is always challenging. The complexity of these operations increases when the transportation, power, and communications networks fail, leaving people stranded and unable to communicate their locations and needs. The advent of emerging technologies like uncrewed autonomous vehicles can help humanitarian logistics providers reach otherwise stranded populations after transportation network failure… Show more
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