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Survey and analysis of the market prospects for autonomous vehicle delivery at North China University of Technology
- 1 College of Electrical and Control Engineering, North China University of Technology, Beijing, 100144, China
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Abstract
The rapid growth of e-commerce has led to an increased demand for campus express delivery. Traditional self-service parcel collection methods encounter challenges such as time conflicts, long retrieval distances, and extended wait times. Autonomous vehicle delivery presents an efficient and convenient solution for campus logistics. This study utilizes a questionnaire to assess the parcel collection behaviors of faculty and students at North China University of Technology (NCUT), their satisfaction with current services, and their acceptance of autonomous delivery. Results reveal significant advantages for autonomous delivery in campus logistics, with over 60% of respondents citing difficulties due to long distances to collection points and around 50% expressing dissatisfaction with lengthy queues. Many believe autonomous delivery can effectively mitigate these issues. Furthermore, nearly 70% are willing to pay extra for autonomous services, especially in adverse weather conditions. The study also evaluates the economic and social feasibility of the delivery system within the campus context, indicating substantial market potential for autonomous vehicles at NCUT.
Keywords
North China University of Technology, autonomous delivery vehicle, express logistics, market prospects
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Mu,Z. (2025). Survey and analysis of the market prospects for autonomous vehicle delivery at North China University of Technology. Journal of Applied Economics and Policy Studies,18(2),40-45.
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