A Computer Model for Simulation of Message Processing in Military Exercise Control and Evaluation Systems
Abstract
This report describes a digital computer model, NETMAN, and its implementation for simulating the information processing in a semi-automated system with Army personnel during field exercises, using a computer based message handling system. The NETMAN model was designed to allow simulation of message processing in a system composed of up to three networks. Each network may be composed of up to nine referees, up to nine radio operators, and one controller. One computer is assumed to accommodate the three networks. As such, the model allows simulation and test of the effects on system effectiveness of varying such aspects as: number of referees, number of networks, task procedures, message arrival rate, message length, and operator skill. The results of the simulation are interpretable in terms of a number of formal effectiveness measures (accuracy, thoroughness, responsiveness, completeness) and an overall effectiveness index. Additionally, the results are interpretable in terms of such model results as work time, stress imposed, message processing time, errors, number of messages processed, and fatigue. The appendices contain flowcharts, data item information, individual definitions for each model subroutine, and input-output formats. This information is organized to serve as a user's manual for those who wish to apply the model for simulation.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 1977
- Accession Number
- ADA045832
Entities
People
- Arthur I. Siegel
- J. J. Wolf
- William R. Leahy