Estimation of Pulse Availability

Abstract

Operational availability, Ao, is an important consideration during the evaluation of system effectiveness and sustainability. Ao is commonly used and widely understood as a measure of steady-state system availability. However, a related term "pulse availability," AP, has recently and more prominently been used in statements of requirements for some military systems under development. AP is a subset of Ao and applies to a shorter and usually more intensive usage period, known as a "pulse." Various techniques are published on the estimation, calculation, and measurement of Ao; however, little if any can be found on the calculation and estimation of pulse availability, AP. This article presents a straightforward approach for estimating AP which will aid in the specification and evaluation of AP requirements.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jun 01, 2009
Accession Number
ADA514527

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  • Gary A. Pryor

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  • Application Software
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