Minefield Reconnaissance and Detector (MIRADOR) Utility Study
Abstract
The purpose of this study is to gain insight into the comparative utility of the MIRADOR in multiple combat zone roles. This study of MIRADOR utility encompasses a review of mine detection history,an analysis of the role of mine and minefield detection, wargaming the utility of four mine detectors in each of four situations (pursuit, hasty attack, deliberate attack, and MSR clearance), human factors, maintenance, and time-phased analysis of mine detection capabilities, culminating in a summary assessment. The study analyzed the search patterns needed in both conventional and scattered minefield situations to determine desirable detection and false alarm parameters of a mine detector. A computer model was used to determine the impact to a supported force of having each of four detectors (the mine probe, the hand held AN/PSS-11, the tank-mounted mine roller, and the MIRADOR) in support during various tactical situations. A Delphi approach was used to assess the human factors involved in use of each of the same four detectors. Literature research was used in the maintenance and time-phased analysis portions.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Sep 01, 1989
- Accession Number
- ADA213601
Entities
People
- Stanley R. Johnson