A Force Structuring Model for a Moderately-Sized NATO Country

Abstract

The purpose of this research is to develop a mathematical model which will aid the decision-makers of a moderately-sized NATO country to develop their future force structure composition. As the number of alternatives grows, and as the consequences become more important and more uncertain, the force structuring decision becomes increasingly difficult. The valuable lessons of past experience cannot be ignored. However, when one considers the high rotation rates of most countries' air forces, the rapid change in technology and the vast array of options available, even the most experienced leaders need some assistance. Hence, decision support tools are needed to aid senior-level decision processes. This research addresses a quantitative analytical support tool for senior decision-makers to use for future procurement decisions.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Mar 03, 2001
Accession Number
ADA391229

Entities

People

  • Hakan Bal

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Air Platforms

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Air Force
  • Aircrafts
  • Attrition
  • Battle Damage Assessment
  • Damage Assessment
  • Electronic Countermeasures
  • Fire Control Systems
  • Heuristic Methods
  • Linear Programming
  • Literature Surveys
  • Mathematical Models
  • Munitions
  • Operations Research
  • Optimization
  • Procurement
  • Reliability
  • Warfare

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  • Life Cycle Cost Analysis
  • Military and Counterinsurgency Studies.
  • Systems Analysis and Design