EFFECTIVE CIRCULATION IN THE DESIGN OF A LOGISTICS TERMINAL

UFOMADU, DICKSON UCHENNA (2025) EFFECTIVE CIRCULATION IN THE DESIGN OF A LOGISTICS TERMINAL. Other thesis, GODFREY OKOYE UNIVERSITY, ENUGU.

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Abstract

This research focuses on Effective Circulation in Logistics Terminals, highlighting how architectural planning and spatial organization influence efficiency in logistics operations. This research aims to use architectural design in achieving effective circulation in logistics terminals for vehicular and pedestrian movement in the study area. The objectives include: To examine the circulation types used in logistics terminals (personnel, vehicles, and goods). To identify the critical determinants of circulation efficiency. To evaluate real-life examples and case studies wherein circulation upgrades have contributed to improved performance. The research methodology adopted involves an aggregate of qualitative and quantitative processes, which include literature evaluation, case studies of each neighborhood and worldwide logistics terminals (e.g., GIGM and GUO in Enugu), on-web page commentary, and architectural analysis. Data had been synthesized to extract key circulation techniques and spatial zoning requirements applicable to terminal performance. Findings monitor that ineffective circulation remains a main constraint in many Nigerian terminals, frequently due to bad layout, insufficient zoning, and a shortage of integration with transportation networks. International case studies confirmed that strategic format planning, clear signage, integrated traffic management, and automation appreciably enhance terminal efficiency and decrease congestion. Based on those findings, the hints consist of designing terminals with virtually defined zones (loading, unloading, storage, admin), ensuring one-way vehicular motion where feasible, integrating inexperienced buffers, and adopting clever technology for monitoring and routing. The final layout proposal displays those techniques, contributing to a version logistics terminal appropriate for urban and local transport structures.

Item Type: Thesis (Other)
Subjects: N Fine Arts > NA Architecture
Divisions: Faculty of Natural and Applied Sciences
Depositing User: Uchenna Eneogwe
Date Deposited: 03 Jul 2026 14:22
Last Modified: 03 Jul 2026 14:22
URI: http://eprints.gouni.edu.ng/id/eprint/5878

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