TRAX II: Computer-Assisted Platoon Leader Tactical Training
Abstract
This report describes the development of a computer-assisted version of the TRAX I combat game. TRAX I is a manual combat simulation game designed to train armor platoon tactics. The computer-assisted version of TRAX I is referred to as TRAX II. Computer subroutines for TRAX II were designed to assist the Instructor/Controller during gaming sessions. TRAX II is used with, but does not replace, TRAX I. The list of controller tasks was examined to identify those tasks which could be more efficiently performed by a computer. Selected tasks were organized as screen displays. An input mode was selected which did not require the user to have strong typing skills. A user's manual was tested and revised. Preliminary testing indicated that TRAX II is usable in its current form. Use of TRAX II allows gaming to be conducted without the Fire Controller required in TRAX I. TRAX II is available with TRAX I for more extensive field testing.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Apr 01, 1985
- Accession Number
- ADA163176
Entities
People
- Donald Ralph Lampton
Organizations
- U.S. Army Research Institute for the Behavioral and Social Sciences