Interactive Naval Gunfire Support Training
Abstract
The goal of this thesis is to develop an interactive computer system for Man-In-The-Loop Naval Gunfire Support (NGFS) training. In attaining this goal, it provides the end user with the full range of exercises a ship sees at the NGFS ranges. The emphasis is on coordinated teamwork to facilitate a seamless transition from the training (non-firing) environment to live-round firings. The benefits are three-fold. First, a more cohesive primary team will be developed. Second, the declining DoD budget demands that fewer training rounds are expended and the training and maintenance budget is reduced. Finally, a more efficient use of range time will result from better shipboard teamwork. The NGFS training model encompasses the five testable scenarios from COMNAVSURFLANTINST 3570.2D (Gunsmoke) and incorporates the appropriate mix of point, area, and counter-battery fire. A built-in umpiring capability impartially monitors time-line events and award the appropriate points and penalties. A training report is generated to document the exercise and compare results to historical performance. A statistical analysis of improvements by milestones in mission vs. the norm is done to emphasize areas in critical need for improvement.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Mar 01, 1992
- Accession Number
- ADA251671
Entities
People
- Warren A. Mazanec
Organizations
- Naval Postgraduate School