Toward a National Space Warfighting Architecture: Forging a Framework for Debate about Space-Based Operational and Tactical Combat Support

Abstract

The primary objective of this thesis is to propose a template for a National Space Warfighting Architecture (NSWA). The template is intended to fill the void that exists between national security space policies and the services' space warfighting plans. As such, it will provide a unifying framework for follow-on discussions and debate about the proper direction of space-based operational and tactical combat support. In support of this objective, this thesis aims to: provide the proper focus for the architecture; identify the key conceptual ideas that should drive its development; establish a common vocabulary among managers of the Space-based Strategic Reconnaissance/ Surveillance Program, service space support officers, and terrestrial warfighters; develop a logical and meaningful architectural organizational approach; facilitate the comparison between space-based and terrestrial-based combat support systems; and show how the NSWA fits within the larger framework of the National Space Program.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Sep 01, 1990
Accession Number
ADA241075

Entities

People

  • Robert O. Work

Organizations

  • Naval Postgraduate School

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • C4I
  • Human Systems
  • Space
  • Weapons Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Artificial Satellites
  • Combat Areas
  • Combat Operations
  • Combat Support
  • Command And Control
  • Contingency Operations (Military)
  • Military Applications
  • Military History
  • Military Operations
  • Military Organizations
  • Military Science
  • National Security
  • Naval Warfare
  • Space Systems
  • Spacecraft
  • Surveillance
  • Warfare

Readers

  • Joint Military Operations and Doctrine.
  • Space Exploration and Orbital Mechanics.
  • Systems Analysis and Design

Technology Areas

  • Space