A Description of the Weapon Optimization and Resource Requirements Model (WORRM)
Abstract
The Weapon Optimization and Resource Requirements Model (WORRM) has been used in support of a number of studies. For example, earlier versions of the model were used in the FY95 Heavy Bomber Force Study, and in the Deep Attack Weapons Mix Study (DAWMS)-both the weapons mix and B-2 analyses. WORRM is a one-sided campaign model, formulated as a linear program, which can be used to maximize target value destroyed, minimize platform attrition, or minimize a weighted combination of platform attrition, weapons used, and sorties flown. The model can also determine optimal inventory levels of specified weapon types, subject to a budget constraint. Principal inputs to the model include target damage goals, target distribution and defense coverage, platform arrival schedules, platform sortie rates, sortie effectiveness, weapon inventories, and platform attrition rates. Principal outputs include platform/weapon allocation to targets, target kills by platform and weapon type, platform attrition, weapons expended, and the optimal weapon mix. This model could serve as a complement to two-sided campaign analysis tools such as TACWAR and JWARS. This paper contains both a general description of the model that includes comments on data sources and its use in typical studies and an indepth treatment of its mathematical formulation.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Aug 01, 1999
- Accession Number
- ADA389359
Entities
People
- Frederic A. Miercort
- G. E. Koleszar
- James N. Bexfield
Organizations
- Institute for Defense Analyses