A Microcomputer System for Target Information in the Fire Support Coordination Center: A Data Base Approach.

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Abstract:

This thesis presents the specification, design and implementation of a prototype microcomputer system for the target information section of the Marine Corps fire support coordination center. Currently, the target information section uses a series of index cards, handwritten list, acetate covered battle maps and grease pencils to perform the target information functions. The thesis examines and analyzes these functions in detail and proposes a solution in the form of a system, data base and interactive user design. The resultant Microcomputer System for Target Information MISTI employs an ALTOS Z-80 microcomputer, the UCSD Pascal operating system, a user friendly interface and data base technology. It is proposed as an interim system until the Marine Integrated Fire and Air Support System MIFASS becomes operational. Author

Author(s):
Coulter, Ronald J.
Author Organization(s):
NAVAL POSTGRADUATE SCHOOL MONTEREY CA
Descriptive Note:
Master's thesis,
Pagination:
0146

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DOCUMENT & CONTEXTUAL SUMMARY

Distribution:
Approved For Public Release

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Collection: TR
Subject Terms
Joint Capability Areas:
JCA_5_Command and Control; JCA_3_Force Application; JCA_5.5_Direct; JCA_3.1_Maneuver; JCA_5.5.1_Communicate Intent and Guidance; JCA_7.1.1_Prevent Kinetic Attack; JCA_7.1_Prevent; JCA_7_Protection; JCA_3.1.2_Maneuver to Insert; JCA_4.7.2_Installation Services; JCA_4.7_Base and Installations Support; JCA_3.1.1_Maneuver to Engage; JCA_5.2_Understand; JCA_5.3_Planning; JCA_5.2.2_Develop Knowledge and Situational Awareness; JCA_1_Force Support; JCA_1.2.6_Concepts; JCA_6_Net Centric; JCA_1.2_Force Preparation; JCA_5.5.2_Task; JCA_8_Building Partnerships
Modernization Areas:
Fully Networked C3; Quantum Science and Computing
Communities of Interest:
Weapons Technologies
Descriptor(s):
*MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMS, *TARGETING, *MICROCOMPUTERS, *TACTICAL DATA SYSTEMS, DATA BASES, MANAGEMENT PLANNING AND CONTROL, AMPHIBIOUS OPERATIONS, THESES, OPERATIONAL EFFECTIVENESS, COMMAND AND CONTROL SYSTEMS, TACTICAL AIR SUPPORT, INFORMATION RETRIEVAL, MAPS, MAN COMPUTER INTERFACE, MARINE CORPS OPERATIONS
Field(s)/Group(s):
Administration and Management, Computer Hardware, Military Operations, Strategy and Tactics
Keyword(s):
PASCAL programming language, Z80 microprocessors
Report Date:
1981 Jun 01