Development of a Generalized Explanatory Base Operating Support (GEBOS) Model

Abstract

This study describes the development of the Generalized Explanatory Base Operating Support (GEBOS) model. GEBOS is an interactive computer model that enables Air Staff-level manpower planners to determine the impact of a variety of changes to BOS manpower or aggregate workload. The model uses linear programming techniques to solve relationships between BOS functional categories and aggregate workload indicators. The report covers data collection, the statistical analysis of manpower and workload, a description of the linear programming methodology developed, examples of how results may be used, and GEBOS model documentation. Included in the research effort is an investigation of the relationships between primary mission activities and BOS workload indicators. A prototype mission model was developed showing the feasibility of extending the model to include mission relationships. A plan for implementation of GEBOS Air Force wide and inclusion of primary mission activities in the model is also provided.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jan 01, 1980
Accession Number
ADA215123

Entities

People

  • Edward J. Schmitz
  • Henry C. Alberts
  • Richard L. Somers
  • Thomas B. Vassar
  • Wayne Johnson

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Air Platforms
  • Biomedical
  • Energy and Power Technologies
  • Human Systems
  • Weapons Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Air Force
  • Air Force Facilities
  • Air Force Personnel
  • Air Traffic
  • Aircrafts
  • Aviation Fuels
  • Computations
  • Computer Programming
  • Computers
  • Correlation Analysis
  • Databases
  • Equations
  • Fuel Consumption
  • Linear Programming
  • Metal Matrix Composites
  • Military Personnel
  • Plastic Explosives

Fields of Study

  • Computer science

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  • Regression Analysis.