Some Search Problems with False Contacts
Abstract
Some search problems are described and discussed, starting with the case of no false contacts, to provide a foundation for the development of a search theory in the presence of false contacts. Important properties of the search plan are defined and illustrated by examples. After a general description of false contact generators and alternative actions that may be used when contacts are made, the problem is formulated for the case in which false contacts are generated by real stationary objects that are investigated when contacted. It is shown that the formulation and solution of the standard optimization functionals are contingent on the number of false targets found, in general, and possibly on the locations and times of contact as well. The optimization functional is difficult to write and more difficult to solve. The formulation is made for the expected-time functional when the number of false targets is limited to finite values. The solution is outlined and illustrated with an example.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jan 01, 1972
- Accession Number
- AD0890841
Entities
People
- James M. Dobbie
Organizations
- Arthur D. Little