Comparison of the TSAR (Theater Simulation of Airbase Resources) Model to the LCOM (Logistics Composite) Model.
Abstract
A comparison was made between the outputs of TSAR and LCOM. Each model was run with a F-016 database representing peacetime maintenance procedures at a single base. Since TSAR is a wartime model, modifications to the TSAR database were made in an attempt to make the models compatible. Simulation runs were made using three flying schedules, representing 1.0, 2.0, and 3.0 sortie rate taskings. Sortie production and main-hour outputs from like TSAR and LCOM runs were compared. Statistical comparison of the outputs showed TSAR sortie production figures and man-hour outputs varied significantly from those given by LCOM. Results were biased by the lack of completely compatible databases, but there was some evidence to suggest that a fairly constant factor represented the difference in outputs. In the course of the study, qualitative differences in the models were noted. These differences impacted the comparative ease of use of the models and their suitability to specific applications. TSAR is generally more difficult to use, in both input and output preparation and usage, but has greater power across a wide range of options. Development of TSAR pre-and postprocessors is suggested as a way to improve ease of input and utility of output.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Sep 01, 1986
- Accession Number
- ADA174330
Entities
People
- David R. Noble
Organizations
- Air Force Institute of Technology