Document Type
Research Paper
Publication Date
Summer 6-23-2023
Abstract
Through the introduction of an informal axiomatic framework, this paper aims to contribute to the development of a general theory of logistics, which is currently still a blindspot in logistics research. It aims to combine the precision of robotic motion planning concepts with established logistics terminology, forging a link that balances the robustness of a mathematically rigorous theory with the rich semantic understanding inherent in logistics models. Centered around the notion of designing a logistic space, a possible way of structuring this space by grid-based and continuous spatial structures is discussed. The axiomatic framework is extended to include a new definition of logistics, queues, and other related concepts, providing a comprehensive view of logistics systems. Continuous spatial structures are semantically assigned to an idealized transport system, while the grid-based structure is recognized as an idealized storage system.
Publication Title
Progress in Material Handling Research
Recommended Citation
Roidl, Moritz, "On Logistics and Motion Planning - An Informal Axiomatic Approach" (2023). 16th Proceedings (Dresden, Germany- 2023). 27.
https://digitalcommons.georgiasouthern.edu/pmhr_2023/27
