A Dyna-Metric Analysis of Base Awaiting Parts (AWP) Sensitivity to Depot Repair Cycle Variables.
Abstract
The efficient operation of the repair/resupply system for Air Force recoverable items is essential for maintaining weapon systems at a viable readiness level. Large AWP inventories at the base level indicate items are remaining unserviceable for long periods of time while awaiting depot supplied spare parts. Dyna-METRIC, the most current inventory model used by the Air Force, is capable of assessing the impact of varying levels of depot support on base AWP and weapon system capability. Dyna-METRIC was used to model eleven KC-135A components and their reparable sub-units, to assess the sensitivity of base AWP to four depot repair cycle variables. The results indicated large improvements in any single depot repair cycle variable was necessary to produce noticeable AWP and capability improvements. Additionally, it was shown the amount of AWP reduction caused by improving a given variable varied among LRUs. Specific recommendations for improving AWP for the 11 KC-135A LRUs, as well as recommendations for further research, are given. Keywords: Supply Depots, Inventory Control Maintenance, Military Supplies.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Sep 01, 1985
- Accession Number
- ADA161570
Entities
People
- Lewis E. Huber
Organizations
- Air Force Institute of Technology