A Systems Analysis of the Counterforce Potentials Model.

Abstract

This thesis investigates the Counterforce Potentials model as a tool for decision makers in force mix analysis. All theoretical forms and submodules methodology flow within the model are reviewed, criticized, and analyzed for the model's use in force mix analysis. As a linear model for imputing values to weapon systems it is compared to other linear model forms currently used in large scale models. Numerical sensitivity analysis is applied to answer the key questions of the model's characteristics and reaction to various input changes. The analysis reveals that the model has significant flaws which make it questionable for use in force mix analysis. (Author)

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Oct 01, 1982
Accession Number
ADA124599

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People

  • William P. Fox

Organizations

  • Naval Postgraduate School

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DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Ammunition
  • California
  • Equations
  • Indirect Fire
  • Linearity
  • Military Training
  • Models
  • Numerical Analysis
  • Operations Research
  • Schools
  • Statistical Analysis
  • Statistical Tests
  • United States
  • United States Military Academy
  • Warfare
  • Weapon Systems
  • Weapons

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  • Strategic Security Studies