Research Article

ENHANCING REVERSE LOGISTICS EFFICIENCY THROUGH AI-SUPPORTED PARCEL DAMAGE CLASSIFICATION

Volume: 7 Number: 2 December 8, 2025
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ENHANCING REVERSE LOGISTICS EFFICIENCY THROUGH AI-SUPPORTED PARCEL DAMAGE CLASSIFICATION

Abstract

This study introduces an automated analysis method that uses AI and image processing to check the physical condition of boxes, aiming to support reverse logistics in cargo transport. The system processes images of cardboard boxes moving along a conveyor belt, using techniques like background removal, masking, and morphological operations to calculate damage scores. Based on these scores, it can accurately sort boxes into three categories: “Intact,” “Slightly Damaged,” and “Severely Damaged.” The low variance in the results shows the model is stable and consistent in its assessments. Compared to manual checks, this approach is faster, more reliable, and more structured—helping lower reverse logistics costs and improve customer satisfaction. Overall, the study shows how AI-driven image analysis can boost both efficiency and service quality in the logistics industry.

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Details

Primary Language

English

Subjects

Artificial Intelligence (Other)

Journal Section

Research Article

Early Pub Date

December 3, 2025

Publication Date

December 8, 2025

Submission Date

August 26, 2025

Acceptance Date

October 19, 2025

Published in Issue

Year 2025 Volume: 7 Number: 2

APA
Öçal, B., Aka, F., & Açıkgözoğlu, E. (2025). ENHANCING REVERSE LOGISTICS EFFICIENCY THROUGH AI-SUPPORTED PARCEL DAMAGE CLASSIFICATION. International Journal of Engineering and Innovative Research, 7(2), 128-137. https://doi.org/10.47933/ijeir.1772209
AMA
1.Öçal B, Aka F, Açıkgözoğlu E. ENHANCING REVERSE LOGISTICS EFFICIENCY THROUGH AI-SUPPORTED PARCEL DAMAGE CLASSIFICATION. IJEIR. 2025;7(2):128-137. doi:10.47933/ijeir.1772209
Chicago
Öçal, Bora, Fahrettin Aka, and Enes Açıkgözoğlu. 2025. “ENHANCING REVERSE LOGISTICS EFFICIENCY THROUGH AI-SUPPORTED PARCEL DAMAGE CLASSIFICATION”. International Journal of Engineering and Innovative Research 7 (2): 128-37. https://doi.org/10.47933/ijeir.1772209.
EndNote
Öçal B, Aka F, Açıkgözoğlu E (December 1, 2025) ENHANCING REVERSE LOGISTICS EFFICIENCY THROUGH AI-SUPPORTED PARCEL DAMAGE CLASSIFICATION. International Journal of Engineering and Innovative Research 7 2 128–137.
IEEE
[1]B. Öçal, F. Aka, and E. Açıkgözoğlu, “ENHANCING REVERSE LOGISTICS EFFICIENCY THROUGH AI-SUPPORTED PARCEL DAMAGE CLASSIFICATION”, IJEIR, vol. 7, no. 2, pp. 128–137, Dec. 2025, doi: 10.47933/ijeir.1772209.
ISNAD
Öçal, Bora - Aka, Fahrettin - Açıkgözoğlu, Enes. “ENHANCING REVERSE LOGISTICS EFFICIENCY THROUGH AI-SUPPORTED PARCEL DAMAGE CLASSIFICATION”. International Journal of Engineering and Innovative Research 7/2 (December 1, 2025): 128-137. https://doi.org/10.47933/ijeir.1772209.
JAMA
1.Öçal B, Aka F, Açıkgözoğlu E. ENHANCING REVERSE LOGISTICS EFFICIENCY THROUGH AI-SUPPORTED PARCEL DAMAGE CLASSIFICATION. IJEIR. 2025;7:128–137.
MLA
Öçal, Bora, et al. “ENHANCING REVERSE LOGISTICS EFFICIENCY THROUGH AI-SUPPORTED PARCEL DAMAGE CLASSIFICATION”. International Journal of Engineering and Innovative Research, vol. 7, no. 2, Dec. 2025, pp. 128-37, doi:10.47933/ijeir.1772209.
Vancouver
1.Bora Öçal, Fahrettin Aka, Enes Açıkgözoğlu. ENHANCING REVERSE LOGISTICS EFFICIENCY THROUGH AI-SUPPORTED PARCEL DAMAGE CLASSIFICATION. IJEIR. 2025 Dec. 1;7(2):128-37. doi:10.47933/ijeir.1772209

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