Key factors in reducing cost of UAM implementation

Abstract

Purpose The purpose of the paper is the identification of the main factors affecting the cost of urban air mobility (UAM) based on results of ASSURED-UAM project. These factors can be found among such cost areas as investments (infrastructure, aircraft), operational, energy, end of life, delay and environmental. Once determined, they can be of great value for all UAM stakeholders, including manufacturers, urban planners and air service providers. Design/methodology/approach The obtained results were based on the outcomes of ASSURED-UAM project. Having the information about the magnitude of each cost category, we were able to identify the most costly factors of UAM. As a result, it was possible to suggest feasible cost reduction means. Findings For each cost category, there is the possibility to lower its value among the total cost of UAM. Each cost category has its own cost reduction means. It is vital however that the obtained results depend strongly on the assumptions made at the beginning of cost calculations. Originality/value The value of this paper is the identification of key UAM costs reduction means which may be found beneficial for all UAM stakeholders involved in the development of UAM infrastructure and services.

Multimodal 3D transport system implementation barriers in populated municipalities

“…All these aspects can lead to operational constraints limiting economic, social as well as environmental attractiveness of UAM. These questions are of decisive character and needs to be investigated to assure relevant place of UAM services in urban ecosystem (Melo et al , 2021; Di Vito et al , 2021; Liberacki et al , 2021). Evaluation of cost of green technologies.…”

“…It concerns entire life cycle – manufacturing, life span operations and utilisation. Cost of sustainability assurance by introduction of green solutions, circular economy dogma (Liberacki et al , 2021). Evaluation of direct cost of solution deployment.…”

“…Evaluation of direct cost of solution deployment. Necessary investments, as well as definition of relevant business models and financing in relation to commercial and public service operations (Liberacki et al , 2021). Roadmap for total transport management system.…”