Abstract: The study presents a systemic approach to determining the structure of a means of transport (considered as a complex automated polyergotic technical system) moving within the space of the ecosphere, based on the concept of knowledge about this phenomenon (as scientific knowledge) currently referred to as “Nautology”.Currently, “Nautology” is a system of scientific knowledge situated at the level of a scientific specialty that meets all the criteria standards required for defining a specific science. It distinguishes within its structure such sub-specialties as terranautics, hydronautics, aeronautics, and cosmonautics. As a scientific specialty, it should be included in the structure of the “Transport” discipline. The subject of scientific research in Nautology as a system of scientific knowledge is the steering (management, command) of a means of transport during its movement in the space of the ecosphere, and guiding it in an accurate, reliable, safe, and cost-minimized manner along a planned path (trajectory) from a starting point (A) to an end point (B). It should be noted that today, Nautology as a system of scientific knowledge is still an unstable concept with many opponents and supporters; its paradigm is constantly strengthening, even though the resistance of the matter is still significant, which decreases over time, and it can be expected that, in response to social demand, it will find its place in the classification of science. Without going deeper into the above-presented subject matter, which serves as the background for my inquiries, the study presents introductory considerations, the typology and structure of means of transport as a result of a systemic approach, which is fundamental when assessing the technical and economic efficiency of means of transport, transport systems, logistics systems (at the micro and macro level), and supply chains of various natures at the global, continental, or regional level. The entirety of the conducted considerations is summarized in the conclusion, along with the presentation of the subject bibliography.
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Source: Logistyka Magazine
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