Construction of Realistic Messages from Computer-Generated Alert Messages

Abstract

Command groups are increasingly turning to computer-driven command post exercise (CPX) as an economical and convenient means of training. The overall realism of this method of training relies heavily upon the capabilities of the control staff, who must act as key personnel and generate an information stream of tactical messages. The messages produced in a CPX environment typically are not as realistic as the messages from field training exercises (FTXs). In this study, a set of messages was created using only the materials available to a CPX controller. This set of messages; unlike actual CPX messages, was found to be similar to FTX messages when judged by experienced Army officers. (eg)

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Feb 01, 1990
Accession Number
ADA220436

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  • James M. Linville
  • James W. Lussier
  • Robert E. Solick
  • S. D. Keene

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