A New Methodology for Analytical Cost Effectiveness Comparisons of Air Defense Systems.
Abstract
This paper presents a new methodology for analytical cost effectiveness comparisons for air defense systems. The scenario used for evaluation is a typical deployment of an Army in the Field. No specific geographical location or terrain need be specified. Air Defense systems are described by their Single Shot Engagement Kill Probability, PK, their surveillance and intercept footprints, their reaction times and shot-to-shot time constraints, their multiple simultaneous engagement, MSE, capability, their procurement cost, and their ownership and maintenance costs. On an equal total cost of ownership for a ten year basis, this methodology gives quick comparisons of the relative effectiveness of competitive systems. The methodology compares favorably with more detailed effectiveness comparisons using simulated wars such as TACOS.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 1974
- Accession Number
- ADA000823
Entities
People
- Robert E. Churchill
- Stanley J. Souvenir
- Thomas J. Meaders
- Thomas R. Mclaughlin
Organizations
- United States Army Materiel Command