ROME, N.Y. (AFNS) —
The Air Force Research Laboratory , hosted an Airlift Challenge competition in January 2023. This online competition is helping to advance state-of-the-art planning algorithms for executing airlift operations for the United States Air Force.
Planning the delivery of cargo as part of an airlift operation is a notoriously complex problem. Transportation routes can become inaccessible due to poor weather or other unexpected occurrences. Factors such as airplane speed, carrying capacity and airport maximum-on-ground must also be considered to ensure on-time and efficient delivery. Unforeseen cargo needs may require quick re-plan to meet tight deadlines.A potential solution […]
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