Dynamic exploration of helicopter reconnaissance through agent-based modeling
By: Craig S. Unrath
Publisher: Naval Postgraduate School; Available from National Technical Information Service
Published: 2000
Place of publication: Monterey, Calif; Springfield, Va
Language: eng
Format: Electronic resource
Number of pages: 113
Description: This thesis uses Multi-Agent System modeling to develop a simulation of tactical helicopter performance while conducting armed reconnaissance. It focuses on creating a model to support planning for the Test and Evaluation phas of the Comanche helicopter acquisition cycle. The model serves as an initial simulation laboratory for scenario planning, requirements forecasting, and platform comparison analyses. The model implements adaptive tactical movement with agent sensory and weaponry system characteristics. Agents are able to determine their movement direction and paths based on their perceived environment, attributes, and movement personalities. The model incorporates a three-dimensional aspect to properly simulate aerial reconnaissance. An integrated Graphical User Interface enables the user to create environments, instantiate agent propensities and attributes, set simulation parameters, and analyze statistical output. The resulting model demonstrates the ability to represent helicopter reconnaissance behavior. It captures simulation summary statistics that illustrate enemy performance, helicopter performance, and logistical requirements. The model establishes an initial simulation tool to further explore Comanche operational requirements and planning foi its Test and Evaluation phase. 14. SUBJECT TERMS 15. NUMBER OF Multi-Agent System, Agent- Based Modeling, Helicopter Reconnaissance, Comanche, Adaptive PAGES 140 Behavior, Modeling and Simulation
Notes: Thesis advisor(s): Gaver, Donald ; Hiles, John ; Jacobs, Patricia A.

"September 2000."

Thesis (M.S. in Modeling, Virtual Environments and Simulation (MOVES))--Naval Postgraduate School, Sept. 2000.

Includes bibliographical references (p. 109-110).

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