Simulation Applied in Urban Public Transport: Analysis of Line 407L/10 Barro Branco – Guilhermina Esperança in Morning Flow Schedule

The purpose of this article is to provide a qualitative analysis of the operation of the buses on line 407L, which runs from Barro Branco to Guilhermina Esperança during peak hours, in order to understand the possible bottlenecks and disruptions in its functioning. To achieve this, in addition to insights gained through analyses of reports and publications related to the line, simulation will be used in conjunction with the ARENA software to identify critical points and find possible solutions to enhance the mobility and accessibility of the operation. The line will be analyzed during key hours (which are the ones that present the most operational issues), including the morning rush hour when there is a significant flow of people commuting and the afternoon rush hour when a large number of users return from their morning bus rides. The analysis did not extend to secondary hours, as it is understood that by addressing the line's issues during its most critical operating period, the disruptions identified during secondary operating hours will likely be resolved.