Yinhai Wang

University of Washington

Papers

2

Total Citations

87

H-Index

2

About

Yinhai Wang is a leading researcher in sustainable urban logistics and e-commerce distribution systems, with a focus on integrating emerging technologies like autonomous delivery robots (ADRs) and parcel lockers into last-mile delivery networks. Their work addresses the growing demand for multimodal, environmentally friendly e-grocery distribution, proposing innovative two-echelon systems that balance efficiency, cost, and sustainability. Wang’s most-cited paper, "Design of sustainable urban electronic grocery distribution network" (2020, 46 citations), lays foundational frameworks for optimizing such systems, while "Hybrid artificial immune algorithm for optimizing a Van-Robot E-grocery delivery system" (2021, 41 citations) introduces novel computational methods—blending artificial immune algorithms with hybrid optimization—to solve complex routing and scheduling challenges. These contributions have garnered significant attention, with both papers accumulating over 40 citations each, reflecting their impact on operational research and smart city logistics. Wang’s work is notable for bridging theoretical optimization with practical, scalable solutions for urban freight, positioning them as a key voice in the transition toward autonomous, low-carbon delivery ecosystems. Their research continues to inspire advances in sustainable supply chain design and algorithm-driven logistics.

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2
H-Index
2
Papers
87
Total Citations
44
Avg Citations/Paper
🏆 Most Cited Paper
Design of sustainable urban electronic grocery distribution network
46 citations · 2020
📈 Most Prolific Year: 2020 (1 Papers)
🤝 Key Collaborators: 7
🏛 Institutions: University of Washington

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