Induced Stress, Artificial Environment, Simulated Tactical Operations Center Model
Abstract
This study investigates the feasibility of designing, constructing, and operating a conceptual model of a tactical operations center simulator. The model is intended to simulate performance tasks identified for Army Security Agency company level officers during combat operations. The model has been operational at the United States Army Security Agency Training Center and School, Fort Devens, Massachusetts, since 1970 and continues to serve as an alternative to other more costly methods of combat simulation. The model's subsystems include an electro-optic simulation of tactical level communications and electronic warfare techniques. High resolution aerial photography is simulated by closed circuit television suspended above a terrain board. Stress is induced by information overload, accelerated and compounded decision making, peer group pressure, and battle drills. An artificial environment is effected by performance testing and role playing in conjunction with an HO scale (1/4 in.:1 ft.) model war game exercise. The model may be used with computer assisted performance testing. The study describes the use of the model as an instructional device, performance testing device, and as a substitute for a brigade level command post exercise. Application of the model to civilian education and other training agencies is discussed. Technical data reporting on the method employed to simulate radio wave propagation by visible light waves are provided in detail.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jun 01, 1973
- Accession Number
- ADA090875
Entities
People
- Don E. Gordon
Organizations
- United States Army Command and General Staff College