A Study of Critical Materials for the U.S. Coast Guard.
Abstract
The purpose of this study is to assist the Coast Guard in developing a systematic methodology for dealing with critical materials problems which could affect Coast Guard short- and long-range procurements and programs. The study focuses on assessing the nature of critical materials problems as they impact the Coast Guard and on determining what the Coast Guard can do to alleviate such situations and to seize opportunities. Within this general framework, the four specific study objectives are: (1) to develop a workable approach and methodology for recognizing, evaluating, and dealing with Coast Guard critical materials problems and opportunities; (2) to identify critical materials used by the Coast Guard, the shortages of which could have a significant effect on the Coast Guard's ability to perform its assigned and projected missions; (3) to identify future systems or technologies that are expected to grow out of materials shortages, and would indirectly affect Coast Guard missions and programs; and (4) to present and analyze examples of the types of critical materials problems that could arise, assess the significance of the problems, and identify and evaluate alternatives and opportunities for coping with the problems.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jun 01, 1978
- Accession Number
- ADA057347
Entities
People
- I. Bernard Jacobson
- Nathan E. Promisel
- Robert L. Bovee
- Willard W. Perry