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Hyperconnected and Autonomous Distribution System for Societally Critical Products
Hyperconnected and Autonomous Distribution System for Societally Critical Products
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Shaikh, Sahrish Jaleel
Pothen, Ashwin
Montreuil, Benoit
Pothen, Ashwin
Montreuil, Benoit
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Societally critical products are crucial for maintaining people's well-being and ensuring the continuity of vital societal operations. However, disruptions can severely impact their supply chains due to increased demand and supply chain disruptions. The Paper defines the importance of these products and presents a conceptual framework for a hyperconnected and autonomous distribution system that encompasses physical, organizational, information, and operational aspects. We present the results of research at Georgia Tech during the COVID19 pandemic, which involved designing and operating an innovative system for efficiently distributing personal protection equipment. The study provides the foundation for a systemic approach to distributing societally critical products, integrating autonomous operations and hyperconnectivity based on Physical Internet concepts. The Paper also discusses the challenges of large-scale adoption, implementation, and operation of such a distribution system.
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2023-06
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