Joint serial lock schedule design and sailing speed optimization on inland waterway for emission reduction

Key Points

• Optimized sailing speed can lead to a notable decrease in emissions, improving environmental outcomes.
• A reduction of up to 20% in emissions was achieved through the proposed sailing strategy and scheduling.
• Traffic flow analysis on inland waterways evaluated the efficiency of joint serial lock schedules for ships.
• Implications for emission reduction highlight the need for further integration of optimized schedules in real-world settings.