A Prototype Program for Target Information.

Abstract

This thesis presents the specification, design and implementation of a prototype microcomputer system for the target information section of the Marine Corps fire support coordination center. Currently, the target information section uses a series of index cards, handwritten lists, acetate covered battle maps and grease pencils to perform the target information functions. The thesis examines and analyzes these functions in detail and proposes a solution in the form of a system, data base and interactive user design. The resultant Microcomputer System for Target Information (MISTI) employs an ALTOS Z-80 microcomputer, the UCSD Pascal operating system, a user friendly interface and data base technology. It is proposed as an interim system until the Marine Integrated Fire and Air Support System (MIFASS) becomes operational. (Author)

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jun 01, 1981
Accession Number
ADA112429

Entities

People

  • Ronald J. Coulter

Organizations

  • Naval Postgraduate School

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Human Systems
  • Weapons Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Amphibious Operations
  • Artillery Fire
  • Availability
  • Computers
  • Databases
  • Fire Support
  • Information Systems
  • Landing Forces
  • Marine Corps
  • Materials
  • Operating Systems
  • Personal Computers
  • Prototypes
  • Security
  • User Friendly
  • Warfare

Fields of Study

  • Computer science

Readers

  • Computer Science/Computer Engineering/Data Science/Digital Signal Processing.
  • Database Systems and Applications
  • Sensor Fusion and Tracking Systems.