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  • Economic optimization of forest biomass processing and transport

    Creator:
    Zamora Cristales, René Arturo
    Abstract:
    An economic analysis and optimization of forest biomass processing and transportation at the operational level is presented. Renewable sources of energy have captured the interest of public and private institutions to develop cost-effective supply chains to reduce dependence on fossil fuels. The production of energy from forest harvest residues constitutes...
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    Dissertation
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    Transport AN ABSTRACT OF THE DISSERTATION OF René Arturo Zamora Cristales for the degree

  • Are double trailers cost effective for transporting forest biomass on steep terrain?

    Creator:
    Zamora-Cristales, Rene and Sessions, John
    Abstract:
    Transportation of forest biomass on steep terrain involves logistical challenges. Trucks with large single trailers are often unable to travel on forest roads due to their narrowness, tight curves, adverse grades and limited areas to turn around. A shorter trailer must be used but then transportation capacity is limited by...
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    Article
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    Rene Zamora-Cristales and John Sessions Transportation of forest biomass on steep terrain involves