Research Article

Optimization Model and Algorithm of Empty Pallets Dispatching under the Time-Space Network of Express Shipment

Table 1

Parameters of supply and demand.

Pallets  
type
Leasing price ($)Supply pointStorage cost in decision period ($/t)SupplyDemand  
point
DemandTransport time requirement (d)
The shortest timeThe longest time

1.2o10.295 0201 04657
o20.283 200
o30.222 4803 08947

1o10.293 61074356
o20.284 900
o30.221 2101 61546

1.3o10.292 6001 61557
o20.284 260
o30.221 10086247