Streamlined Automated Logistics Transmission System Program Management and Commercial Satellite Systems Analyses

Abstract

Today's fleet logistics operators maintain responsibility for Naval Force sustainment. Without vital data and useful information systems, substantive logistics improvements are difficult to realize. Exploitation of current satellite technology provides unique opportunities for improvements in data-transfer capacity to fleet units. As private industry takes the lead in technological development, the military must closely monitor commercial space-based communications systems. This research analyzed five commercial satellite systems that possess various capabilities, and provides an overview to distinguish their operational characteristics. Information systems must also be developed using an appropriate program management structure, which offers guidance and support. Conclusions are presented for SALTS program management and recommendations are made for several satellite systems that may meet the Navy's requirements.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jun 01, 1999
Accession Number
ADA366174

Entities

People

  • Ellen E. Robers

Organizations

  • Naval Postgraduate School

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Space

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Artificial Satellites
  • Business Administration
  • Communication Channels
  • Communication Systems
  • Data Transmission
  • Geosynchronous Orbits
  • Geosynchronous Satellites
  • Information Systems
  • Logistics
  • Management Personnel
  • Multiple Access
  • Multiplexing
  • Organizational Structure
  • Personnel Management
  • Systems Engineering
  • Systems Management
  • Test And Evaluation

Readers

  • Computer Science/Computer Engineering/Data Science/Digital Signal Processing.
  • Defense Acquisition Program Management
  • Maritime Combat Support and Expeditionary Logistics.

Technology Areas

  • Space
  • Space - Satellites