Virtual Battle Experiment - Echo (VBE-E): SWARM Attack Command and Control (C2) Issues
Abstract
In 2002 a multinational study group on Netcentric operations used operations research techniques to examine force defence effectiveness for a small coalition force facing a surface swarm attack. The study group recommended a number of C2 related netcentric applications that improved effectiveness. In October 2006, Virtual Battle Experiment Echo (VBE-E) will use the Combined Federated Battle Laboratories Network (CFBLNet) to link together command teams in each of four nations to conduct an hypothesis testing experiment to investigate two of the recommendations. A total of 18 sets of two simulation runs will be conducted over a ten day period examining the force defence of a small convoy protected by two generic coalition frigates. The emphasis of the experiment will be to examine coalition C2 issues with the addition of UAV sensors to extend range, and third party targeting to allow increased weapon availability. Secondary objectives for the experiment include demonstrating the use of distributed simulation to conduct rigorous experimentation, and the development of tools to explore situational awareness and command team workload.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Sep 26, 2006
- Accession Number
- ADA484970
Entities
People
- Jacquelyn M. Crebolder
- Mark G. Hazen
Organizations
- Defence Research and Development Canada