bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Child Protection and Cross‐Sector Practice: An Analysis of Child Death Reviews to Inform Practice When Multiple Parental Risk Factors Are Present
Authors: Frederico Margarita , Jackson Annette , Dwyer Jenny 
Published: April 2014

This paper draws upon the findings of an analysis of 16 child death reviews of children known to child protection services in Victoria, Australia. The purpose of the research was to assist in understanding the impact on children of the coexistence of the parental risk factors of mental health problems, family violence and substance abuse. The common coexistence of the three risk factors was identified by the Victorian Child Death Review Committee in its analysis of child death reviews conducted by the Office of the Child Safety Commissioner. The researchers analysed a group of review reports and interviewed and surveyed practitioners in a range of fields. Lessons from filicide research have been integrated into the findings identifying lessons for policy and practice, and the importance of multi‐service collaboration. A framework for understanding different elements of sharing knowledge is presented. Copyright © 2014 John Wiley & Sons, Ltd.understanding the impact on children of the coexistence of the parental risk factors of mental health problems, family violence and substance abuseKey Practitioner Messages

Research on filicide and child death reviews can contribute to understanding risk to children and informing practice.
The need to pay increased attention when parental substance abuse, mental health problems and family violence coexist.
A gender analysis contributes to understanding families and informing systems responses.
A multi‐service collaborative framework can support sharing of knowledge when parental risk factors coexist.A multi‐service collaborative framework can support sharing of knowledge when parental risk factors coexist
ChemInform Abstract: Structural, Elastic, Electronic and Optical Properties of the Newly Synthesized Monoclinic Zintl Phase BaIn2P2.
Authors: Guechi N. , Bouhemadou A. , Khenata R. , Bin‐Omran S. , Chegaar M. , Al‐Douri Y. , Bourzami A. 
Published: April 2014

AbstractStructural, elastic, electronic, and optical properties of BaIn2P2 are determined using a pseudopotential plane‐wave method in the framework of DFT within the generalized gradient approximation.
ChemInform Abstract: β‐Li0.37Na0.63Fe(MoO4)2.
Authors: Souilem Amira , Zid Mohamed Faouzi , Driss Ahmed 
Published: April 2014

AbstractThe title compound is obtained by solid state reaction of Na2CO3, Li2CO3, Fe(NO3)3, and (NH4)2Mo4O13 (porcelain crucible, 1143 K, 72 h).
ChemInform Abstract: K9Y3[Si12O32]F2.
Authors: Kahlenberg Volker , Manninger Tanja 
Published: April 2014

AbstractTwinned fragments of single crystals of the title compound are obtained from flux synthesis using a 4:1 SiO2/Y2O3 mixture and KF added in a 1:1 mass ratio (sealed Pt tube, 1373 K, 2 h).
ChemInform Abstract: A New UV Nonlinear Optical Material CsZn2B3O7: ZnO4Tetrahedra Double the Efficiency of Second‐Harmonic Generation.
Authors: Zhao Sangen , Zhang Jia , Zhang Shu‐quan , Sun Zhihua , Lin Zheshuai , Wu Yicheng , Hong Maochun , Luo Junhua 
Published: April 2014

AbstractPolycrystalline CsZn2B3O7 is prepared by solid‐state reaction of a stoichiometric mixture of Cs2CO3, ZnO, and H3BO3 (1.
ChemInform Abstract: Photoluminescence and Thermal Stability of Mn2+ Co‐Doped SrSi2O2N2:Eu2+ Green Phosphor Synthesized by Sol—Gel Method.
Authors: Liu Jiaqing , Wang Xiaojun , Xuan Tongtong , Li Huili , Sun Zhuo 
Published: April 2014

AbstractEu2+ and Mn2+ co‐doped SrSi2O2N2 phosphors are prepared via a sol‐gel method using HNO3 solutions of SrCO3 and Eu2O3, EtOH solutions of Mn(OAc)2 and Si(O‐Et)4 (TEOS), and α‐Si3N4 and citric acid at 80 °C followed by drying the resulting gel (200 °C, 4 h) and calcination under reducing atmosphere (1400 °C, 6 h, 5% H2/N2).
ChemInform Abstract: KMn3O2(Ge2O7): An S = 2 Magnetic Insulator Featuring Pillared Kagome Lattice.
Authors: Williams Matthew S. , West J. Palmer , Hwu Shiou‐Jyh 
Published: April 2014

AbstractKMn3O2(Ge2O7) (I) and K0.35Rb0.65Mn3O2 (Ge2O7) (II) are prepared by high‐temperature flux‐growth methods from mixtures of KO2, Mn2O3, and GeO2 in the molar ratio of 2:3:4, and an excess of KCl or RbCl (silica tube, 800 °C, 3 d, 60% yield for (II)).
ChemInform Abstract: CePd2Sn3, CePd2Sn4, and Ce3Pd6Sn10 — Ternary Stannides of New Structure Types.
Authors: Tursina A. , Nesterenko S. , Kaczorowski D. 
Published: April 2014

AbstractSingle crystals of the new layered compounds CePd2Sn3 (I), CePd2Sn4 (II), and Ce3Pd6Sn10 (III) are obtained from stoichiometric melts of the elements and subsequent annealing (900—950 K, 2 h).
ChemInform Abstract: Kroehnkite‐Type Na2Fe(SO4)2·2H2O as a Novel 3.25 V Insertion Compound for Na‐Ion Batteries.
Authors: Barpanda Prabeer , Oyama Gosuke , Ling Chris D. , Yamada Atsuo 
Published: April 2014

AbstractThe title compound is prepared by drying an aqueous solution of Na2SO4, FeSO4, and an optional addition of ascorbic acid at 70—80 °C, followed by further drying of the obtained white powder at 70 °C for 1 h.
ChemInform Abstract: SrBeB2O5: Growth, Crystal Structure and Optical Properties.
Authors: Yao Wenjiao , Wang Xiaoshan , Huang Hongwei , Xu Tao , Jiang Xingxing , Wang Xiaoyang , Lin Zheshuai , Chen Chuangtian 
Published: April 2014

AbstractSrBeB2O5 is prepared by repeated solid state reaction of stoichiometric amounts of SrCO3, BeO, and H3BO3 (muffle furnace, 1173 K, 48 h).
ChemInform Abstract: Metal‐Free Desulfonylation Reaction Through Visible‐Light Photoredox Catalysis.
Authors: Yang Deng‐Tao , Meng Qing‐Yuan , Zhong Jian‐Ji , Xiang Ming , Liu Qiang , Wu Li‐Zhu 
Published: April 2014

Abstractβ‐Arylketosulfones are found to undergo efficient desulfonylation by blue LEDs light irradiation in the presence of iPr2NEt and the organic dye (EOY).
ChemInform Abstract: Free‐Radical Carbo‐Oximation of Olefins and Subsequent Radical‐Ionic Cascades.
Authors: Landais Yannick , Robert Frederic , Godineau Edouard , Huet Laurent , Likhite Nachiket 
Published: April 2014

AbstractFor the title reaction a one‐pot three component protocol using a broad scope of substituted terminal alkenes is presented.
ChemInform Abstract: Highly Stereoselective Approach to 3‐Fluoroalkylated (E)‐Hex‐3‐ene‐1,5‐diyne Derivatives via an Addition—Elimination Reaction.
Authors: Konno Tsutomu , Kishi Misato , Ishihara Takashi , Yamada Shigeyuki 
Published: April 2014

AbstractFive 1‐fluoroalkylated 1‐fluoroenyne compounds of type (III) are prepared.
ChemInform Abstract: A Mild and Convenient Synthesis of 1,2,3‐Triiodoarenes via Consecutive Iodination/Diazotization/Iodination Strategy.
Authors: Al‐Zoubi Raed M. , Abul Futouh Hassan , McDonald Robert 
Published: April 2014

AbstractA variety of triiodoarenes (III) and (IX) is synthesized by bis‐iodination of anilines followed by a Sandmeyer reaction.
ChemInform Abstract: Squaramide‐Catalyzed Enantioselective Michael Addition of Masked Acyl Cyanides to Substituted Enones.
Authors: Yang Kin S. , Nibbs Antoinette E. , Tuerkmen Yunus E. , Rawal Viresh H. 
Published: April 2014

AbstractThe presented procedure is applicable to a broad scope of electronically and structural diverse enones, with good to high yields and excellent enantioselectivities.
ChemInform Abstract: Combined Catalytic System of Scandium Triflate and Boronic Ester for Amide Bond Cleavage.
Authors: Kita Yusuke , Nishii Yuji , Onoue Akihiro , Mashima Kazushi 
Published: April 2014

AbstractThe combination of scandium triflate with a certain boronic ester enables the cleavage of amide bonds.
ChemInform Abstract: Development of (2‐Bromo‐1,1,2,2‐tetrafluoroethyl)(phenyl)sulfane as Tetrafluoroethyl‐Radical and Tetrafluoroethylene‐Diradical Synthons for Addition to Alkenes.
Authors: Chernykh Yana , Beier Petr 
Published: April 2014

AbstractThe reaction of phenyl sulfane (I) with various alkenes in the presence of tributyltin hydride and triethylborane to yield bromine‐free products (III) is described.
ChemInform Abstract: Electron‐Deficient Alloxazinium Salts: Efficient Organocatalysts of Mild and Chemoselective Sulfoxidations with Hydrogen Peroxide.
Authors: Menova Petra , Dvorakova Hana , Eigner Vaclav , Ludvik Jiri , Cibulka Radek 
Published: April 2014

AbstractA series of substituted alloxazinium perchlorates are prepared and tested as catalysts for the oxidation of sulfides to sulfoxides with hydrogen peroxide.
ChemInform Abstract: An Active, General, and Long‐Lived Palladium Catalyst for Cross‐Couplings of Deactivated (Hetero)aryl Chlorides and Bromides with Arylboronic Acids.
Authors: Hoshi Takashi , Honma Tomonobu , Mori Ayako , Konishi Maki , Sato Tsutomu , Hagiwara Hisahiro , Suzuki Toshio 
Published: April 2014

AbstractA ligand for the Suzuki‐Miyaura coupling reaction of a broad range of aryl halides and aryl boronic acids is presented.
ChemInform Abstract: Icosahedral Gold—Platinum Alloy Nanocrystals in Hollow Silica: A Highly Active and Stable Catalyst for Ullmann Reactions.
Authors: Wu Xiaoli , Tan Longfei , Chen Dong , Meng Xianwei , Tang Fangqiong 
Published: April 2014

AbstractThe silica support of the catalyst and the presence of water as a co‐solvent are crucial for the high yield of the reaction.
ChemInform Abstract: Indium(III) Triflate — A Catalyst for Greener Aromatic Alkylation Reactions.
Authors: Mack Ryan , Askins Grant , Lowry Jacob , Hurley Nathan , Reeves Perry C. 
Published: April 2014

AbstractIn(O‐Tf)3 immobilized in a water‐insoluble ionic liquid is shown to be a highly efficient catalyst for the alkylation of aromatic hydrocarbons with benzyl and secondary alcohols.
ChemInform Abstract: An Eco‐Compatible Synthesis of Medicinally Important Novel Class of Trispiroheterocyclic Framework Using 2,2,2‐Trifluoroethanol as a Reusable Medium.
Authors: Dandia Anshu , Singh Ruby , Joshi Jyoti , Kumari Sukhbeer 
Published: April 2014

Abstract11 Trispirocompounds of type (IV) and (VI) are prepared and screened for their antifungal and antimycobacterial activities.
ChemInform Abstract: Novel Palladium‐Catalyzed Cascade Carboxylative Annulation to Construct Functionalized γ‐Lactones in Ionic Liquids.
Authors: Li Jianxiao , Yang Shaorong , Wu Wanqing , Jiang Huanfeng 
Published: April 2014

Abstract21 Variously substituted examples of (IV) and (VI) are given.
ChemInform Abstract: Palladium‐Catalyzed C3 Acylation of Benzofurans and Benzothiophenes with Aromatic Aldehydes by Cross‐Dehydrogenative Coupling Reactions.
Authors: Zhao Jincan , Fang Hong , Xie Chen , Han Jianlin , Li Guigen , Pan Yi 
Published: April 2014

AbstractThe reaction tolerates a wide range of aromatic and heteroaromatic aldehydes but fails with aliphatic octanal.
ChemInform Abstract: Aerobic Oxidative Coupling Between Carbon Nucleophiles and Allylic Alcohols: A Strategy to Construct β‐(Hetero)aryl Ketones and Aldehydes Through Hydrogen Migration.
Authors: Huang Liangbin , Qi Ji , Wu Xia , Wu Wanqing , Jiang Huanfeng 
Published: April 2014

AbstractA simple and efficient protocol for the palladium catalyzed coupling of allylic alcohols and a broad scope of heteroarenes, arenes, and alkenyl nucleophiles is presented.
ChemInform Abstract: Michael Addition—Aromatization Reaction of Dienylimines Bearing a Leaving Group and Its Application to the Preparation of Thiol‐Selective Labeling Reagents Capable of Forming Strong Carbon—Sulfur Bonds.
Authors: Miyata Okiko , et al. et al. 
Published: April 2014

AbstractThe fluorescence properties of the compounds (XVI), (XVII), and (XVIII) are investigated in CHCl3 and they show strong emission at about 500 nm.
ChemInform Abstract: Convenient One‐Pot Synthesis of 2,5‐Disubstituted Oxazoles via a Catalytic Oxidative Dehydrogenation of F3CSO3H·SiO2‐DDQ/CuCl2 /LiCl.
Authors: Yuan Shizhen , Li Zhen , Xu Ling 
Published: April 2014

AbstractA variety of polysubstituted oxazoles (III) is efficiently obtained via cyclization of aldoximes (I) and phenylacetylene (II) followed by dehydrogenation oxidation using O2 as oxidant.
ChemInform Abstract: Facet‐Dependent Catalytic Activity of Cu2O Nanocrystals in the One‐Pot Synthesis of 1,2,3‐Triazoles by Multicomponent Click Reactions.
Authors: Chanda Kaushik , Rej Sourav , Huang Michael H. 
Published: April 2014

AbstractThe synthetic value of this method is demonstrated by preparation of rufinamide (XIII).
ChemInform Abstract: Sequential Chelation‐Assisted Aromatic C—H Functionalization via Catalytic meta Sulfonation.
Authors: Reynolds William R. , Liu Po Man , Kociok‐Koehn Gabriele , Frost Christopher G. 
Published: April 2014

AbstractSulfonylation of 2‐phenylpyridine proceeds at the meta‐phenyl position with high selectivity.
ChemInform Abstract: Synthesis, Characterization, and anti‐Amoebic Activity of N‐(Pyrimidin‐2‐yl)benzenesulfonamide Derivatives.
Authors: Bhat Abdul Roouf , Arshad Mohammad , Lee Eun Ju , Pokharel Smritee , Choi Inho , Athar Fareeda 
Published: April 2014

AbstractNew compounds (V) and (VII) are evaluated for their effects on the in vitro growth of Entamoeba histolytica. Sulfonamide derivatives (IIIb), (IIIe), and (Ve) exhibit IC50 values 3‐13‐fold higher than reference drug metronidazole.
ChemInform Abstract: Synthesis of Novel Pyrido[3,2‐e][1,2,4]triazolo[1,5‐c]pyrimidine Derivatives: Potent and Selective Adenosine A3 Receptor Antagonists.
Authors: Banda Veeraswamy , et al. et al. 
Published: April 2014

Abstract15 Title compounds of type (III) or (V) are prepared and 8 of them are evaluated for their affinity towards all four subtypes of human adenosine receptors.
ChemInform Abstract: Diastereoselective One‐Pot Synthesis of Pyrimidopyrimidines Using Sulfated Tin Oxide as a Reusable Catalyst: An Extension of Biginelli‐Type Reaction.
Authors: Magar Rupali L. , Thorat Prashant B. , Thorat Pratima B. , Thorat Vinod V. , Patil Bhagawan R. , Pawar Rajendra P. 
Published: April 2014

AbstractSulfated tin oxide is found to be an efficient catalyst for the one‐pot three‐component reaction of aromatic aldehydes, aromatic ketones and urea to give the title compounds (IV) in good yields, in general.
ChemInform Abstract: Synthesis of New 4,6‐Disubstituted‐1,3‐oxazinan‐2‐one Analogues.
Authors: Borah Arun Jyoti , Phukan Prodeep 
Published: April 2014

AbstractAn efficient and high yielding synthetic protocol for the preparation of 4,6‐disubstituted 1,3‐oxazinan‐2‐one derivatives based on the Sharpless dihydroxylation of homoallylic carbamates (IV) and subsequent intramolecular cyclization of the products is developed.
ChemInform Abstract: N,N‐Dialkyl‐N′‐Chlorosulfonyl Chloroformamidines in Heterocyclic Synthesis. Part 10. The First Pyrazolo[1,5‐b][1,2,4,6]thiatriazine Derivatives and Their Unusual Reactions with Acylating Agents.
Authors: Norman Rebecca E. , Perkins Michael V. , Liepa Andris J. , Francis Craig L. 
Published: April 2014

AbstractA series of pyrazolothiatriazines (III), representatives of a new heterocyclic ring system, are readily prepared by regioselective reaction of dichlorides (I) with 3‐aminopyrazoles (II).
ChemInform Abstract: Studies on Organophosphorus Compounds. Part 1. Synthesis and in vitro Antimicrobial Activity of Some New Pyrimido‐[5′,4′:5,6]pyrano[2,3‐d][1,3,2]thiazaphosphinine Compounds.
Authors: Younes Sabry H. H. , Mohamed Shaaban K. , Albayati Mustafa R. 
Published: April 2014

AbstractThe reaction of Lawesson′s reagent (II) with various pyrimidone derivatives (I) and (IV) is studied and the biological activities of the products are studied.
ChemInform Abstract: S‐[3‐Cyano‐2‐oxo‐3‐ (triphenyl‐λ5‐phosphanylidene)propyl] O‐Ethyl Carbonodithioate: A Novel Xanthate Reagent for the Synthesis of α‐Keto (Cyanomethylene)triphenylphosphorane Ylides from Olefins.
Authors: Lee Kieseung 
Published: April 2014

AbstractThe novel xanthate reagent (I) can undergo group transfer addition to olefins (II) under radical conditions furnishing a concise access to α‐Keto ylides (IV).
ChemInform Abstract: Novel Electrochemical Pathway to Fluoroalkyl Phosphines and Phosphine Oxides.
Authors: Mikhaylov Dmitry Y. , Gryaznova Tatyana V. , Dudkina Yulia B. , Polyancev Fedor M. , Latypov Shamil K. , Sinyashin Oleg G. , Budnikova Yulia H. 
Published: April 2014

AbstractElectrolysis of organofluorine iodides and white phosphorus or diphenylchlorophosphine in the presence of a Ni‐catalyst results in the formation of fluoroalkyl phosphines.
ChemInform Abstract: Synthesis and Antimicrobial Studies of Selenadiazolo Benzimidazoles.
Authors: Kuarm B. Suresh , Madhav J. Venu , Rajitha B. 
Published: April 2014

AbstractOne of the screened analogues, (IIIe), is considered as lead compound worthy of further structural optimization and development as potential antimicrobial agent for the treatment of both bacterial and fungal infections.
ChemInform Abstract: Two New Cytotoxic Spirostane‐Steroidal Saponins from the Roots of Bletilla striata.
Authors: Park Jong Eel , Woo Kyeong Wan , Choi Sang Un , Lee Je Hyun , Lee Kang Ro 
Published: April 2014

AbstractTwo new spirostane‐steroidal saponins, bletilnoside A (I) and bletilnoside B (II), are isolated along with five known compounds from the roots of bletilla striata.
ChemInform Abstract: Biomimetic syn‐Aldol Reaction of Dihydroxyacetone Promoted by Water‐Compatible Catalysts.
Authors: Popik Oskar , Zambron Bartosz , Mlynarski Jacek 
Published: April 2014

AbstractIt is found that the serinamides (SBS) and (RBS) efficiently promote highly enantioselective syn‐selective reaction of dihydroxyacetone with diverse aldehydes including optically pure ones.
ChemInform Abstract: Two New Isoflavone Glycosides from the Extracts of the Fungus Monascus pilosus‐Fermented Black Soybean.
Authors: Hong Seong Su , Choi Yun‐Hyeok , Lee Jung A. , Ahn Eun‐Kyung , Suh Joo‐Won , Oh Joa Sub 
Published: April 2014

AbstractTwo new isoflavone glycosides (I) and (II) are isolated together with two known isoflavone glycosides.
ChemInform Abstract: Novel 2‐Aryl‐3,4,5‐trihydroxypiperidines: Synthesis and Glycosidase Inhibition.
Authors: Yu Chu‐Yi , et al. et al. 
Published: April 2014

AbstractNovel 2‐aryl polyhydroxylated piperidine iminosugars (V), (VI) and their enantiomers, piperidine analogues of the pyrrolidine alkaloids xadicamine A and B, are synthesized and evaluated for their glycosidase inhibitory activity.
ChemInform Abstract: Cytotoxic 5‐Hydroxyindole Alkaloids from the Marine Sponge Scalarispongia sp.
Authors: Lee Yeon‐Ju , Lee Dong‐Geun , Rho Hyun Soo , Krasokhin Vladimir B. , Shin Hee Jae , Lee Jong Seok , Lee Hyi‐Seung 
Published: April 2014

Abstract[isolation, structure determination and cytotoxicity of three new 5‐hydroxyindole alkaloids, i.e.
ChemInform Abstract: Cassaine Diterpene Alkaloids from Erythrophleum fordii and Their anti‐Angiogenic Effect.
Authors: Hung Tran Manh , Cuong To Dao , Kim Jeong Ah , Tae Nara , Lee Jeong Hyung , Min Byung Sun 
Published: April 2014

AbstractTwo new compounds, erythroformide (I) and 3β‐acetoxynorcassamide (II), are isolated together with four known compounds and their effects on endothelial tube formation on matrigel are investigated.
ChemInform Abstract: A Chiron Approach for the Total Synthesis of Crassalactone A.
Authors: Yadav Jhillu Singh , Rao Gokada Maheswara , Thirupathaiah Bodakuntala 
Published: April 2014

AbstractCompound I is achieved in 12 steps with 8% overall yield starting from 1,5—D—gluconolactone.
ChemInform Abstract: Highlights of Non‐Equilibrium, Non‐Isobaric, Non‐Isothermal Desorption of Nitrogen from a LiX Zeolite Column by Rapid Pressure Reduction and Rapid Purge by Oxygen
Authors: Rama Rao V. , Chai S. W. , Kothare M. V. , Sircar S. 
Published: April 2014

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Cube data model for multilevel statistics computation of live execution traces
Authors: Ezzati‐Jivan Naser , Dagenais Michel R. 
Published: April 2014

SummaryExecution trace logs are used to analyze system run‐time behaviour and detect problems. Trace analysis tools usually read the input logs and gather either a detailed or brief summary of them to later process and inspect in the analysis steps. However, continuous and lengthy trace streams contained in the live tracing mode make it difficult to indefinitely record all events or even a detailed summary of the whole stream. This situation is further complicated when the system aims to compare different parts of the trace and provide a multilevel and multidimensional analysis. This paper presents an architecture with corresponding data structures and algorithms to process stream events, generate an adequate summary—detailed enough for recent data and succinct enough for old data—and organize them to enable an efficient multilevel and multidimensional analysis, similar to online analytical processing analyses in the database applications. The proposed solution arranges data in a compact manner using interval forms and enables the range queries for any arbitrary time durations. Because this feature makes it possible to compare of different system parameters in different time areas, it significantly influences the system's ability to provide a comprehensive trace analysis. Although the Linux operating system trace logs are used to evaluate the solution, we propose a generic architecture that can be used to summarize various types of stream data. Copyright © 2014 John Wiley & Sons, Ltd.
An efficient small‐delay faults simulator based on critical path tracing
Authors: Liu Tieqiao , Kuang Jishun , Cai Shuo , You Zhiqiang 
Published: April 2014

SummaryTesting for small‐delay defects (SDDs) has become an important component of integrated circuit testing. In this paper, an efficient small‐delay fault simulator, a hybrid method combining forward serial simulation and backward critical path tracing simulation for SDDs is proposed, which aims to determine the coverage of small‐delay defects for a given test set fast and accurately. In our proposed method, a unit delay model is employed, and reconvergent sensitization as well as hazard‐based detection is considered. Signal waveforms are expressed by bitmap data forms. In addition to providing an accurate result for fault simulation, the proposed simulator can well assist test generation. Experimental results demonstrate that the proposed simulator can further accelerate the simulation by one or two orders of magnitude compared with previous works. Copyright © 2014 John Wiley & Sons, Ltd.
Acquiring Rule‐Sets for Deciding Target Areas in Distributing Cruising Taxicabs
Authors: Ohara Makoto , Tamaki Hisashi 
Published: April 2014

SUMMARYThis paper presents a way to acquire effective rule‐sets for realizing the suitable distribution of cruising taxicabs based on a decentralized autonomous approach. As a result of the revision of the Road Transportation Law, the taxi business has been saturated by new entries, and rookie drivers in particular have considerable difficulty in finding passengers because of lack of knowledge or experience. Thus designing a support system that suggests potential destinations for finding passengers is desirable and effective in assisting less‐experienced drivers. As for the problem of distributing cruising taxicabs, there are many uncertainties caused by incomplete observations, for example, locations of passengers as well as other taxicabs. Due to these uncertainties, it is impossible to distribute taxicabs optimally, for example, by a certain centralized control. This paper proposes a decentralized and autonomous framework for distributing cruising taxicabs by adopting priority‐based rules, which calculate the priorities of areas, which are then adjusted according to the situation of each taxicab. Through computational simulations, the effectiveness and the potential of the proposed method are confirmed.