Abstract
We show that aeroplane boarding can be asymptotically modelled by two-dimensional Lorentzian geometry. Boarding time is given by the maximal proper time among curves in the model. Discrepancies between the model and simulation results are closely related to random matrix theory. The models can be used to explain why some commonly practiced airline boarding policies are ineffective and even detrimental.
Original language | English |
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Article number | L01 |
Pages (from-to) | L453-L459 |
Journal | Journal of Physics A: Mathematical and General |
Volume | 39 |
Issue number | 29 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - 21 Jul 2006 |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Statistical and Nonlinear Physics
- Mathematical Physics
- General Physics and Astronomy