How should modeling and simulation be used to support defense acquisition? |
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Authors: | Edward S Cavin |
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Institution: | Center for Naval Analyses , 4401 Ford Avenue, Alexandria, Virginia, 22302 |
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Abstract: | This paper investigates the potential for modeling and simulation to contribute to new defense system development, by increasing the productivity of traditional R&D in developing system‐specific technology. Building on a previous optimal control model of defense system R&D, it shows that (1) the optimal use of modeling is related in a natural way to that of traditional R&D, and (2) both have similar optimal profiles over time. Simulated results based on limited historical data suggest that optimal use of modeling could increase the rate of growth in system‐specific technology significantly. |
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Keywords: | System development research and development modeling and simulation |
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