BALFRAM (Balanced Force Requirements Analysis Methodology) User Manual for the Staff of the Commander in Chief Pacific.
Abstract
The report presents general information about the capabilities of the Balanced Force Requirements Analysis Model (BALFRAM) for senior military planners, and detailed instructions in the use of BALFRAM for analysts who use the model. Although the report was prepared for use at the Headquarters of the Commander in Chief Pacific (CINCPAC), it is applicable to the use of BALFRAM at other commands and facilities. The more general section describes BALFRAM philosopy and structure, including how it accommodates scenario geography, force characteristics and contingency logic. It also summarizes the computer equipment and software requirements and operating procedures. The detailed instructions specify each program input item, or descriptors in detail. Appendixes include a glossary, an explanation of the differential fight laws upon which attrition computations are based, and an explanation of how exogenous firepower effectiveness is computed.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Sep 01, 1974
- Accession Number
- ADA004297
Entities
People
- C. L. Phillips
- E. H. Means
- S. E. Young
Organizations
- SRI International