ABSTRACT
The rapid advancement of vehicle intelligence and the Internet of Vehicles (IoV), traveler’s
expectations for enhanced commuting experiences are steadily rising. To deliver smarter and
more convenient transportation services, it is essential to design route arrangements that align
with passenger demand. Yet, due to the highly dynamic and complex nature of real world traffic
conditions, conventional path-planning strategies are becoming inadequate. To address these
challenges, a novel bus service framework, known as the flexible bus system, has been
introduced. This model is demand-responsive: passengers can book rides based on their
requirements, and buses are dispatched once a threshold of reservations is reached. The
scheduling and routing of these vehicles are adjusted in real time according to passenger
requests and road conditions, thereby enhancing efficiency and user satisfaction. To further
optimize cost effectiveness and improve the overall travel experience, a heuristic path-planning
algorithm named BusNav is proposed. BusNav consists of two main processes—path
extraction and trip allocation—which collaboratively enable effective bus dispatching tailored
to both operational cost reduction and passenger comfort. Experimental evaluations
demonstrate that, compared to traditional methods, the BusNav approach significantly lowers
operating expenses while enhancing passenger satisfaction.
Abin V John Femin T Thomas Minhaj C
Computer Science and Engineering Computer Science and Engineering Computer Science and Engineering
Mount Zion College of Engineering Mount Zion College of Engineering Mount Zion College of Engineering
Kerala, India Kerala, India Kerala, India
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Vyshnavi Unnikrishnan KV Asst. Professor Premchand K Assoc. Prof. Dr. Smita C Thomas
Computer Science and Engineering Computer Science and Engineering Computer Science and Engineering
Mount Zion College of Engineering Mount Zion College of Engineering Mount Zion College of Engineering
Kerala, India Kerala, India Kerala, India
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Asst. Professor Shahida M
Computer Science and Engineering
Mount Zion College of Engineering
Kerala, India
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