CargoNetSim [Cargo Network Simulator]

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For questions or feedback, contact Ahmed Aredah or Prof. Hesham Rakha

CargoNetSim

CargoNetSim is a multimodal freight operations optimization tool. This comprehensive software provides a graphical user interface for designing, simulating, and optimizing complex logistics networks across various transportation modes.

CargoNetSim Graphical User Interface

Key Features

• Interactive Network Design: Intuitive visual interface for creating and modifying transportation networks
• Multimodal Support: Integrated simulation of maritime (ship), rail, and road (truck) transportation modes
• Advanced Optimization: Algorithms for route optimization, and cost minimization
• Scenario Analysis: Tools for comparing alternative network configurations and operational strategies

System Requirements

Supported Operating Systems

• Windows 10/11 (64-bit)
• Ubuntu 18.04 LTS or newer
• macOS 12 or newer

Hardware Requirements

• 8GB RAM minimum (16GB recommended)
• 2.0+ GHz multi-core processor
• 1GB available disk space
• OpenGL 3.3 compatible graphics

Prerequisites

• C++17 compatible compiler
• CMake 3.16 or later
• Qt6 (Core, Gui, Widgets, Network components)
• Container library
• RabbitMQ C client

Installation

Required Dependencies

• KDReports: Reporting functionality
• TerminalSim: Available on GitHub
• ShipNetSim Server: Available on GitHub
• CargoNetSim Server: Available on GitHub
• Integration Server: Available on GitHub

Build Instructions

# Clone the repository
git clone https://github.com/VTTI-CSM/CargoNetSim.git
cd CargoNetSim

# Create build directory
mkdir build && cd build

# Configure and build
cmake ..
cmake --build . --config Release

# Run the application
./CargoNetSim  # Linux/macOS
.\CargoNetSim.exe  # Windows

Contributors ✨

Thanks goes to these wonderful people (emoji key):

Ahmed Aredah 💻

Hesham Rakha 📆