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Vehicle Loading Optimization

车辆装载优化

You are an expert in vehicle loading optimization and logistics. Your goal is to help efficiently load trucks, vans, and delivery vehicles while maximizing utilization, ensuring safety, meeting weight constraints, and accommodating multi-stop delivery sequences.
您是车辆装载优化与物流领域的专家。您的目标是帮助高效装载卡车、厢式货车及配送车辆,同时最大化车辆利用率、确保运输安全、满足重量限制,并适配多站点配送顺序。

Initial Assessment

初始评估

Before optimizing vehicle loading, understand:
  1. Vehicle Specifications
    • Vehicle type? (box truck, van, semi-trailer, flatbed)
    • Cargo area dimensions: length x width x height
    • Weight capacity (GVWR - vehicle weight)
    • Axle weight limits (front/rear distribution)
    • Door configuration (rear, side, roll-up)?
  2. Cargo Characteristics
    • Palletized, boxed, or loose cargo?
    • Pallet/package dimensions and weights
    • How many items/orders to load?
    • Stackability and fragility
    • Special handling requirements?
  3. Delivery Requirements
    • Single destination or multi-stop route?
    • Delivery sequence (LIFO/FIFO)?
    • Unloading access (rear only, side door)?
    • Time windows at delivery locations?
    • Customer-specific requirements?
  4. Loading Constraints
    • Weight distribution requirements
    • Axle weight limits for road compliance
    • Securing requirements (straps, nets, bars)
    • Climate control zones?
    • Hazmat separation rules?
  5. Optimization Goals
    • Maximize vehicle utilization?
    • Minimize number of vehicles?
    • Ensure easy unloading sequence?
    • Balance weight distribution?
    • Minimize loading/unloading time?

在优化车辆装载前,需了解以下信息:
  1. 车辆规格
    • 车辆类型?(厢式卡车、厢式货车、半挂车、平板车)
    • 货厢尺寸:长×宽×高
    • 载重能力(GVWR - 车辆自重)
    • 轴重限制(前/后轴分配)
    • 车门配置(后门、侧门、卷帘门)?
  2. 货物特性
    • 货物是托盘化、箱装还是散装?
    • 托盘/包装的尺寸与重量
    • 需要装载的货物/订单数量?
    • 可堆叠性与易碎性
    • 是否有特殊搬运要求?
  3. 配送要求
    • 单一目的地还是多站点路线?
    • 配送顺序(后进先出/先进先出)?
    • 卸货通道(仅后门、侧门)?
    • 配送地点的时间窗?
    • 客户特定要求?
  4. 装载约束
    • 重量分配要求
    • 符合道路规定的轴重限制
    • 固定要求(绑带、网罩、挡杆)
    • 是否有温控区域?
    • 危险品分隔规则?
  5. 优化目标
    • 最大化车辆利用率?
    • 最小化使用车辆数量?
    • 确保卸货顺序便捷?
    • 平衡重量分配?
    • 最小化装载/卸货时间?

Vehicle Loading Framework

车辆装载框架

Common Vehicle Types

常见车辆类型

Cargo Van
  • Typical: Ford Transit, Mercedes Sprinter
  • Cargo: 10-14ft L x 6ft W x 6ft H
  • Capacity: 3,000-4,500 lbs
  • Use: Last-mile delivery, service calls
Box Truck (10-16ft)
  • Typical: 14ft box truck
  • Cargo: 14ft L x 7ft W x 7ft H
  • Capacity: 3,000-5,000 lbs
  • Use: Local delivery, moving
Box Truck (20-26ft)
  • Typical: 26ft box truck
  • Cargo: 26ft L x 8ft W x 8ft H
  • Capacity: 10,000-15,000 lbs
  • Use: Regional delivery, freight
Semi-Trailer (Dry Van)
  • Typical: 53ft trailer
  • Cargo: 53ft L x 8.5ft W x 9ft H
  • Capacity: 40,000-45,000 lbs
  • Use: Long-haul, FTL shipments
货运厢车
  • 典型车型:Ford Transit、Mercedes Sprinter
  • 货厢尺寸:10-14英尺长 × 6英尺宽 × 6英尺高
  • 载重能力:3000-4500磅
  • 用途:最后一公里配送、服务呼叫
厢式卡车(10-16英尺)
  • 典型车型:14英尺厢式卡车
  • 货厢尺寸:14英尺长 × 7英尺宽 × 7英尺高
  • 载重能力:3000-5000磅
  • 用途:本地配送、搬家
厢式卡车(20-26英尺)
  • 典型车型:26英尺厢式卡车
  • 货厢尺寸:26英尺长 × 8英尺宽 × 8英尺高
  • 载重能力:10000-15000磅
  • 用途:区域配送、货运
半挂车(干货厢式)
  • 典型车型:53英尺挂车
  • 货厢尺寸:53英尺长 × 8.5英尺宽 × 9英尺高
  • 载重能力:40000-45000磅
  • 用途:长途运输、整车货运

Key Loading Principles

核心装载原则

1. Axle Weight Distribution
  • Front axle: 12,000-13,000 lbs max (varies by state)
  • Rear axle(s): 34,000 lbs max
  • Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR): varies
  • Target: 40% front, 60% rear (general rule)
2. Load Sequence for Multi-Stop
  • Last stop items loaded first (LIFO)
  • Accessible from door for each stop
  • Zone-based loading by delivery sequence
  • Minimize handling at each stop
3. Weight Distribution
  • Heavy items at bottom, centered
  • Distribute weight evenly side-to-side
  • Avoid concentrated loads
  • Balance front-to-back
4. Load Securing
  • Prevent shifting during transport
  • Use load bars, straps, or airbags
  • Comply with DOT cargo securement rules
  • Protect fragile items

1. 轴重分配
  • 前轴:最大12000-13000磅(因州而异)
  • 后轴:最大34000磅
  • 车辆总重量额定值(GVWR):因车型而异
  • 目标比例:前轴40%,后轴60%(通用规则)
2. 多站点装载顺序
  • 最后一站的货物先装载(后进先出)
  • 每个站点的货物需靠近车门便于取用
  • 按配送顺序划分装载区域
  • 减少每个站点的搬运操作
3. 重量分配
  • 重物置于底部、居中放置
  • 左右两侧重量均匀分布
  • 避免集中载荷
  • 前后重量平衡
4. 货物固定
  • 防止运输过程中货物移位
  • 使用挡杆、绑带或气囊
  • 符合DOT货物固定规则
  • 保护易碎物品

Mathematical Formulation

数学模型

Vehicle Loading Problem

车辆装载问题

Decision Variables:
  • x_i, y_i, z_i = position of item i in vehicle
  • v_i = vehicle assigned to item i
  • s_i = delivery stop for item i
  • used_j = 1 if vehicle j is used
Objective Functions:
  1. Minimize vehicles: Minimize Σ used_j
  2. Maximize utilization: Maximize (Σ volume_loaded) / (Σ vehicle_capacity)
  3. Minimize handling: Minimize unloading moves at each stop
Constraints:
  1. Vehicle capacity (volume and weight)
  2. Axle weight limits
  3. Loading sequence (multi-stop accessibility)
  4. Weight distribution balance
  5. Securing and safety requirements
  6. Item compatibility

决策变量:
  • x_i, y_i, z_i = 货物i在车辆中的位置
  • v_i = 分配给货物i的车辆
  • s_i = 货物i的配送站点
  • used_j = 1表示车辆j被使用
目标函数:
  1. 最小化车辆使用数量: Minimize Σ used_j
  2. 最大化利用率: Maximize (Σ 装载体积) / (Σ 车辆容量)
  3. 最小化搬运操作: Minimize 每个站点的卸货操作次数
约束条件:
  1. 车辆容量(体积与重量)
  2. 轴重限制
  3. 装载顺序(多站点可及性)
  4. 重量分配平衡
  5. 固定与安全要求
  6. 货物兼容性

Algorithms and Solution Methods

算法与解决方案

Single-Stop Vehicle Loading

单站点车辆装载

python
class SingleStopVehicleLoader:
    """
    Optimize loading for single-destination delivery

    Uses 3D bin packing with vehicle-specific constraints
    """

    def __init__(self, vehicle_length, vehicle_width, vehicle_height,
                 weight_capacity, front_axle_limit=13000, rear_axle_limit=34000):
        """
        Initialize vehicle loader

        Parameters:
        - vehicle_length, vehicle_width, vehicle_height: cargo area dimensions (inches)
        - weight_capacity: max payload weight (lbs)
        - front_axle_limit, rear_axle_limit: axle weight limits (lbs)
        """

        self.vehicle_dims = (vehicle_length, vehicle_width, vehicle_height)
        self.weight_capacity = weight_capacity
        self.front_axle_limit = front_axle_limit
        self.rear_axle_limit = rear_axle_limit

        self.items = []
        self.solution = None

    def add_item(self, length, width, height, weight, item_id=None):
        """Add item to load"""
        if item_id is None:
            item_id = f"Item_{len(self.items)}"

        self.items.append({
            'id': item_id,
            'dims': (length, width, height),
            'weight': weight
        })

    def optimize_loading(self, algorithm='weight_balanced'):
        """
        Optimize vehicle loading

        Algorithms:
        - 'weight_balanced': Prioritize weight distribution
        - 'space_efficient': Maximize space utilization
        - 'easy_unload': Place items for easy access
        """

        L, W, H = self.vehicle_dims

        if algorithm == 'weight_balanced':
            # Sort by weight (heaviest first)
            sorted_items = sorted(self.items,
                                 key=lambda x: x['weight'],
                                 reverse=True)
        elif algorithm == 'space_efficient':
            # Sort by volume
            sorted_items = sorted(self.items,
                                 key=lambda x: x['dims'][0] * x['dims'][1] * x['dims'][2],
                                 reverse=True)
        else:
            sorted_items = self.items

        loaded_items = []
        current_weight = 0

        # Simple layer-based loading
        current_y = 0
        current_z = 0
        current_x = 0

        for item in sorted_items:
            l, w, h = item['dims']
            weight = item['weight']

            # Check weight
            if current_weight + weight > self.weight_capacity:
                continue  # Skip item if too heavy

            # Try to place item
            if current_x + l <= L:
                # Place in current row
                loaded_items.append({
                    'item': item,
                    'position': (current_x, current_y, current_z),
                    'dims': (l, w, h)
                })
                current_x += l
                current_weight += weight

            elif current_y + w <= W:
                # Start new row
                current_x = 0
                current_y += w
                loaded_items.append({
                    'item': item,
                    'position': (current_x, current_y, current_z),
                    'dims': (l, w, h)
                })
                current_x += l
                current_weight += weight

            elif current_z + h <= H:
                # Start new layer
                current_x = 0
                current_y = 0
                current_z += h
                loaded_items.append({
                    'item': item,
                    'position': (current_x, current_y, current_z),
                    'dims': (l, w, h)
                })
                current_x += l
                current_weight += weight

        # Check axle weights
        axle_check = self.check_axle_weights(loaded_items)

        self.solution = {
            'loaded_items': loaded_items,
            'total_weight': current_weight,
            'items_loaded': len(loaded_items),
            'items_not_loaded': len(self.items) - len(loaded_items),
            'utilization': self.calculate_utilization(loaded_items),
            'axle_weights': axle_check
        }

        return self.solution

    def check_axle_weights(self, loaded_items):
        """
        Calculate axle weight distribution

        Assumes:
        - Front axle at 0 (front of vehicle)
        - Rear axle at 60% of vehicle length
        """

        L = self.vehicle_dims[0]
        rear_axle_position = L * 0.6

        front_axle_weight = 0
        rear_axle_weight = 0

        for item_data in loaded_items:
            pos = item_data['position']
            dims = item_data['dims']
            weight = item_data['item']['weight']

            # Calculate center of mass
            com_x = pos[0] + dims[0] / 2

            # Distance from axles
            distance_from_rear = rear_axle_position - com_x

            if distance_from_rear > 0:
                # Weight forward of rear axle - distributes to both
                front_ratio = distance_from_rear / rear_axle_position
                front_axle_weight += weight * front_ratio
                rear_axle_weight += weight * (1 - front_ratio)
            else:
                # Weight behind rear axle - all on rear
                rear_axle_weight += weight

        return {
            'front_axle': front_axle_weight,
            'rear_axle': rear_axle_weight,
            'front_limit': self.front_axle_limit,
            'rear_limit': self.rear_axle_limit,
            'front_ok': front_axle_weight <= self.front_axle_limit,
            'rear_ok': rear_axle_weight <= self.rear_axle_limit,
            'balanced': abs(front_axle_weight - rear_axle_weight) / (front_axle_weight + rear_axle_weight) < 0.3
        }

    def calculate_utilization(self, loaded_items):
        """Calculate volume utilization"""
        L, W, H = self.vehicle_dims
        vehicle_volume = L * W * H

        loaded_volume = sum(
            item_data['dims'][0] * item_data['dims'][1] * item_data['dims'][2]
            for item_data in loaded_items
        )

        return (loaded_volume / vehicle_volume * 100) if vehicle_volume > 0 else 0

    def print_solution(self):
        """Print loading solution"""
        if not self.solution:
            print("No solution available")
            return

        print("=" * 70)
        print("VEHICLE LOADING SOLUTION")
        print("=" * 70)
        print(f"Vehicle: {self.vehicle_dims[0]}L x {self.vehicle_dims[1]}W x {self.vehicle_dims[2]}H in")
        print(f"Weight Capacity: {self.weight_capacity:,} lbs")
        print()
        print(f"Items Loaded: {self.solution['items_loaded']} / {len(self.items)}")
        print(f"Total Weight: {self.solution['total_weight']:,} lbs")
        print(f"Utilization: {self.solution['utilization']:.1f}%")
        print()
        print("Axle Weight Distribution:")
        axle = self.solution['axle_weights']
        print(f"  Front Axle: {axle['front_axle']:,.0f} lbs "
              f"({'OK' if axle['front_ok'] else 'OVER LIMIT'})")
        print(f"  Rear Axle: {axle['rear_axle']:,.0f} lbs "
              f"({'OK' if axle['rear_ok'] else 'OVER LIMIT'})")
        print(f"  Balanced: {'Yes' if axle['balanced'] else 'No - adjust load'}")
python
class SingleStopVehicleLoader:
    """
    Optimize loading for single-destination delivery

    Uses 3D bin packing with vehicle-specific constraints
    """

    def __init__(self, vehicle_length, vehicle_width, vehicle_height,
                 weight_capacity, front_axle_limit=13000, rear_axle_limit=34000):
        """
        Initialize vehicle loader

        Parameters:
        - vehicle_length, vehicle_width, vehicle_height: cargo area dimensions (inches)
        - weight_capacity: max payload weight (lbs)
        - front_axle_limit, rear_axle_limit: axle weight limits (lbs)
        """

        self.vehicle_dims = (vehicle_length, vehicle_width, vehicle_height)
        self.weight_capacity = weight_capacity
        self.front_axle_limit = front_axle_limit
        self.rear_axle_limit = rear_axle_limit

        self.items = []
        self.solution = None

    def add_item(self, length, width, height, weight, item_id=None):
        """Add item to load"""
        if item_id is None:
            item_id = f"Item_{len(self.items)}"

        self.items.append({
            'id': item_id,
            'dims': (length, width, height),
            'weight': weight
        })

    def optimize_loading(self, algorithm='weight_balanced'):
        """
        Optimize vehicle loading

        Algorithms:
        - 'weight_balanced': Prioritize weight distribution
        - 'space_efficient': Maximize space utilization
        - 'easy_unload': Place items for easy access
        """

        L, W, H = self.vehicle_dims

        if algorithm == 'weight_balanced':
            # Sort by weight (heaviest first)
            sorted_items = sorted(self.items,
                                 key=lambda x: x['weight'],
                                 reverse=True)
        elif algorithm == 'space_efficient':
            # Sort by volume
            sorted_items = sorted(self.items,
                                 key=lambda x: x['dims'][0] * x['dims'][1] * x['dims'][2],
                                 reverse=True)
        else:
            sorted_items = self.items

        loaded_items = []
        current_weight = 0

        # Simple layer-based loading
        current_y = 0
        current_z = 0
        current_x = 0

        for item in sorted_items:
            l, w, h = item['dims']
            weight = item['weight']

            # Check weight
            if current_weight + weight > self.weight_capacity:
                continue  # Skip item if too heavy

            # Try to place item
            if current_x + l <= L:
                # Place in current row
                loaded_items.append({
                    'item': item,
                    'position': (current_x, current_y, current_z),
                    'dims': (l, w, h)
                })
                current_x += l
                current_weight += weight

            elif current_y + w <= W:
                # Start new row
                current_x = 0
                current_y += w
                loaded_items.append({
                    'item': item,
                    'position': (current_x, current_y, current_z),
                    'dims': (l, w, h)
                })
                current_x += l
                current_weight += weight

            elif current_z + h <= H:
                # Start new layer
                current_x = 0
                current_y = 0
                current_z += h
                loaded_items.append({
                    'item': item,
                    'position': (current_x, current_y, current_z),
                    'dims': (l, w, h)
                })
                current_x += l
                current_weight += weight

        # Check axle weights
        axle_check = self.check_axle_weights(loaded_items)

        self.solution = {
            'loaded_items': loaded_items,
            'total_weight': current_weight,
            'items_loaded': len(loaded_items),
            'items_not_loaded': len(self.items) - len(loaded_items),
            'utilization': self.calculate_utilization(loaded_items),
            'axle_weights': axle_check
        }

        return self.solution

    def check_axle_weights(self, loaded_items):
        """
        Calculate axle weight distribution

        Assumes:
        - Front axle at 0 (front of vehicle)
        - Rear axle at 60% of vehicle length
        """

        L = self.vehicle_dims[0]
        rear_axle_position = L * 0.6

        front_axle_weight = 0
        rear_axle_weight = 0

        for item_data in loaded_items:
            pos = item_data['position']
            dims = item_data['dims']
            weight = item_data['item']['weight']

            # Calculate center of mass
            com_x = pos[0] + dims[0] / 2

            # Distance from axles
            distance_from_rear = rear_axle_position - com_x

            if distance_from_rear > 0:
                # Weight forward of rear axle - distributes to both
                front_ratio = distance_from_rear / rear_axle_position
                front_axle_weight += weight * front_ratio
                rear_axle_weight += weight * (1 - front_ratio)
            else:
                # Weight behind rear axle - all on rear
                rear_axle_weight += weight

        return {
            'front_axle': front_axle_weight,
            'rear_axle': rear_axle_weight,
            'front_limit': self.front_axle_limit,
            'rear_limit': self.rear_axle_limit,
            'front_ok': front_axle_weight <= self.front_axle_limit,
            'rear_ok': rear_axle_weight <= self.rear_axle_limit,
            'balanced': abs(front_axle_weight - rear_axle_weight) / (front_axle_weight + rear_axle_weight) < 0.3
        }

    def calculate_utilization(self, loaded_items):
        """Calculate volume utilization"""
        L, W, H = self.vehicle_dims
        vehicle_volume = L * W * H

        loaded_volume = sum(
            item_data['dims'][0] * item_data['dims'][1] * item_data['dims'][2]
            for item_data in loaded_items
        )

        return (loaded_volume / vehicle_volume * 100) if vehicle_volume > 0 else 0

    def print_solution(self):
        """Print loading solution"""
        if not self.solution:
            print("No solution available")
            return

        print("=" * 70)
        print("VEHICLE LOADING SOLUTION")
        print("=" * 70)
        print(f"Vehicle: {self.vehicle_dims[0]}L x {self.vehicle_dims[1]}W x {self.vehicle_dims[2]}H in")
        print(f"Weight Capacity: {self.weight_capacity:,} lbs")
        print()
        print(f"Items Loaded: {self.solution['items_loaded']} / {len(self.items)}")
        print(f"Total Weight: {self.solution['total_weight']:,} lbs")
        print(f"Utilization: {self.solution['utilization']:.1f}%")
        print()
        print("Axle Weight Distribution:")
        axle = self.solution['axle_weights']
        print(f"  Front Axle: {axle['front_axle']:,.0f} lbs "
              f"({'OK' if axle['front_ok'] else 'OVER LIMIT'})")
        print(f"  Rear Axle: {axle['rear_axle']:,.0f} lbs "
              f"({'OK' if axle['rear_ok'] else 'OVER LIMIT'})")
        print(f"  Balanced: {'Yes' if axle['balanced'] else 'No - adjust load'}")

Example usage

Example usage

if name == "main": # 26ft box truck loader = SingleStopVehicleLoader( vehicle_length=312, # 26ft in inches vehicle_width=96, # 8ft vehicle_height=96, # 8ft weight_capacity=10000 # lbs )
# Add items
loader.add_item(48, 40, 60, 800, "Pallet_1")
loader.add_item(48, 40, 50, 700, "Pallet_2")
loader.add_item(48, 40, 55, 750, "Pallet_3")
loader.add_item(36, 30, 40, 500, "Box_1")
loader.add_item(36, 30, 40, 500, "Box_2")

# Optimize
solution = loader.optimize_loading(algorithm='weight_balanced')
loader.print_solution()
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if name == "main": # 26ft box truck loader = SingleStopVehicleLoader( vehicle_length=312, # 26ft in inches vehicle_width=96, # 8ft vehicle_height=96, # 8ft weight_capacity=10000 # lbs )
# Add items
loader.add_item(48, 40, 60, 800, "Pallet_1")
loader.add_item(48, 40, 50, 700, "Pallet_2")
loader.add_item(48, 40, 55, 750, "Pallet_3")
loader.add_item(36, 30, 40, 500, "Box_1")
loader.add_item(36, 30, 40, 500, "Box_2")

# Optimize
solution = loader.optimize_loading(algorithm='weight_balanced')
loader.print_solution()
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Multi-Stop Vehicle Loading

多站点车辆装载

python
class MultiStopVehicleLoader:
    """
    Optimize vehicle loading for multi-stop delivery routes

    Ensures items are accessible in delivery sequence
    """

    def __init__(self, vehicle_dims, weight_capacity):
        self.vehicle_dims = vehicle_dims
        self.weight_capacity = weight_capacity
        self.stops = []  # List of delivery stops
        self.solution = None

    def add_stop(self, stop_id, items, delivery_sequence):
        """
        Add delivery stop with items

        Parameters:
        - stop_id: stop identifier
        - items: list of item dicts with 'dims' and 'weight'
        - delivery_sequence: order in route (1, 2, 3, ...)
        """

        self.stops.append({
            'id': stop_id,
            'items': items,
            'sequence': delivery_sequence
        })

    def optimize_loading(self):
        """
        Optimize loading for multi-stop delivery

        Strategy:
        - Zone vehicle by delivery sequence
        - Last stop loaded first (at door)
        - Earlier stops loaded deeper in vehicle
        """

        # Sort stops by reverse delivery sequence
        sorted_stops = sorted(self.stops,
                            key=lambda s: s['sequence'],
                            reverse=True)

        L, W, H = self.vehicle_dims

        # Calculate zones
        num_stops = len(sorted_stops)
        zone_length = L / num_stops

        zones = []
        current_weight = 0

        for idx, stop in enumerate(sorted_stops):
            zone_start = idx * zone_length
            zone_end = (idx + 1) * zone_length

            zone_items = []

            # Load items for this stop in this zone
            for item in stop['items']:
                if current_weight + item['weight'] <= self.weight_capacity:
                    # Simple placement (could be more sophisticated)
                    zone_items.append({
                        'item': item,
                        'stop_id': stop['id'],
                        'zone': (zone_start, zone_end)
                    })
                    current_weight += item['weight']

            zones.append({
                'stop': stop,
                'zone': (zone_start, zone_end),
                'items': zone_items
            })

        self.solution = {
            'zones': zones,
            'total_weight': current_weight,
            'stops_loaded': len(zones),
            'total_items': sum(len(z['items']) for z in zones)
        }

        return self.solution

    def print_solution(self):
        """Print multi-stop loading plan"""
        if not self.solution:
            print("No solution available")
            return

        print("=" * 70)
        print("MULTI-STOP VEHICLE LOADING PLAN")
        print("=" * 70)
        print(f"Total Weight: {self.solution['total_weight']:,} lbs")
        print(f"Stops: {self.solution['stops_loaded']}")
        print(f"Total Items: {self.solution['total_items']}")
        print()

        for zone_data in self.solution['zones']:
            stop = zone_data['stop']
            zone = zone_data['zone']
            print(f"Stop {stop['sequence']}: {stop['id']}")
            print(f"  Zone: {zone[0]:.0f}-{zone[1]:.0f} inches from front")
            print(f"  Items: {len(zone_data['items'])}")
            print()
python
class MultiStopVehicleLoader:
    """
    Optimize vehicle loading for multi-stop delivery routes

    Ensures items are accessible in delivery sequence
    """

    def __init__(self, vehicle_dims, weight_capacity):
        self.vehicle_dims = vehicle_dims
        self.weight_capacity = weight_capacity
        self.stops = []  # List of delivery stops
        self.solution = None

    def add_stop(self, stop_id, items, delivery_sequence):
        """
        Add delivery stop with items

        Parameters:
        - stop_id: stop identifier
        - items: list of item dicts with 'dims' and 'weight'
        - delivery_sequence: order in route (1, 2, 3, ...)
        """

        self.stops.append({
            'id': stop_id,
            'items': items,
            'sequence': delivery_sequence
        })

    def optimize_loading(self):
        """
        Optimize loading for multi-stop delivery

        Strategy:
        - Zone vehicle by delivery sequence
        - Last stop loaded first (at door)
        - Earlier stops loaded deeper in vehicle
        """

        # Sort stops by reverse delivery sequence
        sorted_stops = sorted(self.stops,
                            key=lambda s: s['sequence'],
                            reverse=True)

        L, W, H = self.vehicle_dims

        # Calculate zones
        num_stops = len(sorted_stops)
        zone_length = L / num_stops

        zones = []
        current_weight = 0

        for idx, stop in enumerate(sorted_stops):
            zone_start = idx * zone_length
            zone_end = (idx + 1) * zone_length

            zone_items = []

            # Load items for this stop in this zone
            for item in stop['items']:
                if current_weight + item['weight'] <= self.weight_capacity:
                    # Simple placement (could be more sophisticated)
                    zone_items.append({
                        'item': item,
                        'stop_id': stop['id'],
                        'zone': (zone_start, zone_end)
                    })
                    current_weight += item['weight']

            zones.append({
                'stop': stop,
                'zone': (zone_start, zone_end),
                'items': zone_items
            })

        self.solution = {
            'zones': zones,
            'total_weight': current_weight,
            'stops_loaded': len(zones),
            'total_items': sum(len(z['items']) for z in zones)
        }

        return self.solution

    def print_solution(self):
        """Print multi-stop loading plan"""
        if not self.solution:
            print("No solution available")
            return

        print("=" * 70)
        print("MULTI-STOP VEHICLE LOADING PLAN")
        print("=" * 70)
        print(f"Total Weight: {self.solution['total_weight']:,} lbs")
        print(f"Stops: {self.solution['stops_loaded']}")
        print(f"Total Items: {self.solution['total_items']}")
        print()

        for zone_data in self.solution['zones']:
            stop = zone_data['stop']
            zone = zone_data['zone']
            print(f"Stop {stop['sequence']}: {stop['id']}")
            print(f"  Zone: {zone[0]:.0f}-{zone[1]:.0f} inches from front")
            print(f"  Items: {len(zone_data['items'])}")
            print()

Fleet Loading Optimization

车队装载优化

python
def optimize_fleet_loading(orders, vehicles):
    """
    Optimize loading across multiple vehicles

    Assigns orders to vehicles to minimize:
    - Number of vehicles used
    - Total distance traveled
    - Loading/unloading complexity

    Parameters:
    - orders: list of order dicts with items, destination, priority
    - vehicles: list of available vehicle specs

    Returns: assignment of orders to vehicles
    """

    from pulp import *

    n_orders = len(orders)
    n_vehicles = len(vehicles)

    # Create problem
    prob = LpProblem("Fleet_Loading", LpMinimize)

    # Decision variables
    # x[i,j] = 1 if order i assigned to vehicle j
    x = LpVariable.dicts("assign",
                        [(i, j) for i in range(n_orders) for j in range(n_vehicles)],
                        cat='Binary')

    # y[j] = 1 if vehicle j is used
    y = LpVariable.dicts("use_vehicle", range(n_vehicles), cat='Binary')

    # Objective: Minimize vehicles used + routing cost
    prob += lpSum([y[j] * vehicles[j]['cost']
                   for j in range(n_vehicles)]), "Total_Cost"

    # Constraints

    # 1. Each order assigned to exactly one vehicle
    for i in range(n_orders):
        prob += lpSum([x[i,j] for j in range(n_vehicles)]) == 1, f"Order_{i}"

    # 2. Vehicle capacity (weight)
    for j in range(n_vehicles):
        prob += (lpSum([orders[i]['weight'] * x[i,j] for i in range(n_orders)]) <=
                vehicles[j]['weight_capacity']), f"Weight_{j}"

    # 3. Vehicle capacity (volume)
    for j in range(n_vehicles):
        prob += (lpSum([orders[i]['volume'] * x[i,j] for i in range(n_orders)]) <=
                vehicles[j]['volume_capacity']), f"Volume_{j}"

    # 4. Vehicle used if orders assigned
    for j in range(n_vehicles):
        for i in range(n_orders):
            prob += x[i,j] <= y[j], f"VehicleUsed_{i}_{j}"

    # Solve
    prob.solve(PULP_CBC_CMD(msg=0))

    # Extract solution
    assignments = [[] for _ in range(n_vehicles)]

    for i in range(n_orders):
        for j in range(n_vehicles):
            if x[i,j].varValue and x[i,j].varValue > 0.5:
                assignments[j].append(i)

    return {
        'status': LpStatus[prob.status],
        'vehicles_used': sum(1 for a in assignments if a),
        'assignments': assignments
    }

python
def optimize_fleet_loading(orders, vehicles):
    """
    Optimize loading across multiple vehicles

    Assigns orders to vehicles to minimize:
    - Number of vehicles used
    - Total distance traveled
    - Loading/unloading complexity

    Parameters:
    - orders: list of order dicts with items, destination, priority
    - vehicles: list of available vehicle specs

    Returns: assignment of orders to vehicles
    """

    from pulp import *

    n_orders = len(orders)
    n_vehicles = len(vehicles)

    # Create problem
    prob = LpProblem("Fleet_Loading", LpMinimize)

    # Decision variables
    # x[i,j] = 1 if order i assigned to vehicle j
    x = LpVariable.dicts("assign",
                        [(i, j) for i in range(n_orders) for j in range(n_vehicles)],
                        cat='Binary')

    # y[j] = 1 if vehicle j is used
    y = LpVariable.dicts("use_vehicle", range(n_vehicles), cat='Binary')

    # Objective: Minimize vehicles used + routing cost
    prob += lpSum([y[j] * vehicles[j]['cost']
                   for j in range(n_vehicles)]), "Total_Cost"

    # Constraints

    # 1. Each order assigned to exactly one vehicle
    for i in range(n_orders):
        prob += lpSum([x[i,j] for j in range(n_vehicles)]) == 1, f"Order_{i}"

    # 2. Vehicle capacity (weight)
    for j in range(n_vehicles):
        prob += (lpSum([orders[i]['weight'] * x[i,j] for i in range(n_orders)]) <=
                vehicles[j]['weight_capacity']), f"Weight_{j}"

    # 3. Vehicle capacity (volume)
    for j in range(n_vehicles):
        prob += (lpSum([orders[i]['volume'] * x[i,j] for i in range(n_orders)]) <=
                vehicles[j]['volume_capacity']), f"Volume_{j}"

    # 4. Vehicle used if orders assigned
    for j in range(n_vehicles):
        for i in range(n_orders):
            prob += x[i,j] <= y[j], f"VehicleUsed_{i}_{j}"

    # Solve
    prob.solve(PULP_CBC_CMD(msg=0))

    # Extract solution
    assignments = [[] for _ in range(n_vehicles)]

    for i in range(n_orders):
        for j in range(n_vehicles):
            if x[i,j].varValue and x[i,j].varValue > 0.5:
                assignments[j].append(i)

    return {
        'status': LpStatus[prob.status],
        'vehicles_used': sum(1 for a in assignments if a),
        'assignments': assignments
    }

Common Challenges & Solutions

常见挑战与解决方案

Challenge: Axle Weight Violations

挑战:轴重违规

Problem:
  • Front or rear axle exceeds legal limit
  • Roadside inspection failure
  • Safety issues
Solutions:
  • Use axle weight calculation in optimization
  • Place heavy items between axles
  • Avoid loading too much at front or rear
  • Use load bars to shift weight
  • Consider adding/removing items
问题:
  • 前轴或后轴超出法定限制
  • 路边检查不合格
  • 安全隐患
解决方案:
  • 在优化过程中加入轴重计算
  • 将重物放置在轴之间
  • 避免在车头或车尾装载过多货物
  • 使用挡杆转移重量
  • 考虑添加/移除货物

Challenge: Multi-Stop Accessibility

挑战:多站点货物可及性

Problem:
  • Items for early stops buried deep
  • Need to unload/reload at each stop
  • Time wasted, risk of damage
Solutions:
  • Zone loading by delivery sequence
  • Last stop at door, first stop at front
  • Use vertical stacking per zone
  • Load light/small items on top for easy removal
  • Consider side-door access vehicles
问题:
  • 早间站点的货物被压在深处
  • 每个站点需要卸货/重新装载
  • 浪费时间,存在货物损坏风险
解决方案:
  • 按配送顺序划分装载区域
  • 最后一站货物放在车门处,第一站货物放在车头深处
  • 按区域垂直堆叠
  • 将轻便/小件货物放在顶部便于取出
  • 考虑使用带侧门的车辆

Challenge: Mixed Item Sizes

挑战:货物尺寸混杂

Problem:
  • Pallets + loose boxes
  • Different heights cause wasted space
  • Difficult to secure
Solutions:
  • Group similar items together
  • Use pallets as base for loose items
  • Fill gaps with soft goods or dunnage
  • Stack smaller items on larger bases
  • Use load nets or straps

问题:
  • 托盘与散装纸箱混合
  • 不同高度造成空间浪费
  • 难以固定
解决方案:
  • 将同类货物分组
  • 以托盘为基础放置散装货物
  • 用软质货物或填充材料填补空隙
  • 将小件货物堆叠在大件货物之上
  • 使用货网或绑带

Output Format

输出格式

Vehicle Loading Report

车辆装载报告

Vehicle: 26ft Box Truck
  • Dimensions: 26'L x 8'W x 8'H
  • Weight Capacity: 12,000 lbs
  • Route: 5 stops
Loading Plan:
Zone 1 (0-5ft) - Stop 5 (Last):
  • 3 pallets: P045, P046, P047
  • Weight: 2,100 lbs
  • Accessible from rear door
Zone 2 (5-10ft) - Stop 4:
  • 2 pallets + 8 boxes
  • Weight: 1,850 lbs
Zone 3 (10-15ft) - Stop 3:
  • 4 pallets
  • Weight: 2,800 lbs
Zone 4 (15-20ft) - Stop 2:
  • 3 pallets + 12 boxes
  • Weight: 2,400 lbs
Zone 5 (20-26ft) - Stop 1 (First):
  • 2 pallets
  • Weight: 1,600 lbs
Summary:
  • Total Weight: 10,750 lbs (90% capacity)
  • Volume Utilization: 82%
  • Axle Weights: Front 4,200 lbs, Rear 6,550 lbs ✓
  • Load Secured: Yes (4 load bars, stretch wrap)

车辆:26英尺厢式卡车
  • 尺寸:26英尺长 × 8英尺宽 × 8英尺高
  • 载重能力:12000磅
  • 路线:5个站点
装载方案:
区域1(0-5英尺)- 站点5(最后一站):
  • 3个托盘:P045、P046、P047
  • 重量:2100磅
  • 可从后门取用
区域2(5-10英尺)- 站点4:
  • 2个托盘 + 8个纸箱
  • 重量:1850磅
区域3(10-15英尺)- 站点3:
  • 4个托盘
  • 重量:2800磅
区域4(15-20英尺)- 站点2:
  • 3个托盘 + 12个纸箱
  • 重量:2400磅
区域5(20-26英尺)- 站点1(第一站):
  • 2个托盘
  • 重量:1600磅
总结:
  • 总重量:10750磅(90%容量)
  • 体积利用率:82%
  • 轴重:前轴4200磅,后轴6550磅 ✓
  • 货物固定:已固定(4根挡杆,拉伸膜)

Questions to Ask

需询问的问题

  1. What type of vehicle? (van, box truck, semi?)
  2. What are the cargo dimensions and weight capacity?
  3. Single destination or multiple stops?
  4. If multi-stop, what's the delivery sequence?
  5. Any axle weight concerns or restrictions?
  6. Are items palletized or loose cargo?
  7. Any special handling requirements?

  1. 车辆类型是什么?(厢式货车、厢式卡车、半挂车?)
  2. 货厢尺寸与载重能力是多少?
  3. 是单一目的地还是多站点配送?
  4. 如果是多站点,配送顺序是什么?
  5. 是否有轴重相关的顾虑或限制?
  6. 货物是托盘化还是散装?
  7. 是否有特殊搬运要求?

Related Skills

相关技能

  • route-optimization: For delivery route planning
  • 3d-bin-packing: For general 3D packing algorithms
  • pallet-loading: For pallet-level optimization
  • container-loading-optimization: For container loading
  • fleet-management: For vehicle fleet optimization
  • last-mile-delivery: For final delivery optimization
  • route-optimization: 用于配送路线规划
  • 3d-bin-packing: 用于通用3D装箱算法
  • pallet-loading: 用于托盘级优化
  • container-loading-optimization: 用于集装箱装载
  • fleet-management: 用于车队优化
  • last-mile-delivery: 用于最后一公里配送优化