A Generalized Stochastic Lanchester Attrition Process

Abstract

A mixed-mode, heterogeneous, stochastic Lanchester attrition process is described, which is based on a four-category classification of weapons. Comments are made concerning the distinction between square-law and linear-law combat. Potential applicability of the model in combat simulations is also discussed.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Sep 01, 1975
Accession Number
ADA015655

Entities

People

  • Alan F. Karr

Organizations

  • Institute for Defense Analyses

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DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Attrition
  • Classification
  • Combat Simulations
  • Computational Science
  • Detection
  • Differential Equations
  • Equations
  • Markov Processes
  • Mathematical Models
  • Models
  • Probabilistic Models
  • Probability
  • Random Variables
  • Security
  • Simulations
  • Small Arms
  • Stochastic Processes

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  • Calculus or Mathematical Analysis
  • Computational Modeling and Simulation
  • Theoretical Analysis.