Linear Goal Programming as a Military Decision Aid.

Abstract

This report explores the use of linear goal programming as a military decision aid. Linear programming, as well as linear goal programming, is explained with a basic graphic example and definitions. The complicated weapon allocation problem facing the combined arms commanders in todays battlefield is defined in linear programming terms, developed into computerized linear programming format, and solved on a Apple IIE home computer. This solution provides an optimum weapon selection for the given situation. Additional capabilities, applications, and future potential are also discussed. Copyrighted software and printout are included.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Apr 01, 1988
Accession Number
ADA194276

Entities

People

  • James F. Powell

Organizations

  • Air Command and Staff College

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Air Platforms
  • C4I
  • Counter WMD
  • Human Systems
  • Weapons Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Aerial Warfare
  • Air Force
  • Aircrafts
  • Combat Support
  • Computer Programming
  • Computer Programs
  • Computers
  • Data Processing
  • Management Personnel
  • Military Aircraft
  • Military Organizations
  • Operations Management
  • Operations Research
  • Tactical Aircraft
  • United States
  • Warfare
  • Weapons

Readers

  • Computer Science.
  • Systems Analysis and Design