Blended learning system for efficient professional driving

Abstract:

One of the most important expenses in bus and truck transport companies is the cost of fuel. A small increase in the price of petrol can have a very negative effect on the companies' balance sheet. Apart from that, road transport companies are targeted due to their influence on air pollution. All of this has made the reduction in fuel consumption the most important priority for this type of companies. One of the cheapest measures to reduce fuel burning is efficient driving. According to various studies, more efficient driving could reduce fuel consumption by more than 5%. This article presents a blended learning method which makes use of an on-board tutoring system, an e-learning platform and traditional courses to guide professional drivers to more efficient driving. Through visual and acoustic recommendations, the tutoring system helps drivers achieve more efficient driving in real-time. The on-board system is …

Año de publicación:

2014

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