Requirements for Increased Ground Mobility

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Abstract:

The current mobility available to tactical units is discussed and the problems surrounding the specific requirements and the determination of vehicle performance are presented. Mobility is broken down into seven elements and the method for specifying each element is presented. A complete discussion of the soft soil performance is reviewed and future mobility requirements are offered in general terms.

Author(s):
Liston, R. A.
Author Organization(s):
SOCIETY OF AUTOMOTIVE ENGINEERS INC WARRENDALE PA
Supplementary Note:
DOI: 10.21236/ADA396033
Pagination:
0008

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Approved For Public Release

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Collection: TR
Identifying Numbers
Monitor Series:
OTAC
 Subject Terms
Joint Capability Areas:
JCA_3_Force Application; JCA_3.1.1_Maneuver to Engage; JCA_3.1_Maneuver; JCA_3.2_Engagement; JCA_3.2.1_Kinetic Means; JCA_5_Command and Control; JCA_1.2_Force Preparation; JCA_1_Force Support; JCA_4.1_Deployment and Distribution; JCA_5.3_Planning; JCA_4_Logistics; JCA_1.2.6_Concepts
Communities of Interest:
Weapons Technologies
Descriptor(s):
*GROUND LEVEL, *MILITARY VEHICLES, *OFFROAD TRAFFIC, REQUIREMENTS, MOBILITY, LAND TRANSPORTATION, TERRAIN, SOILS, LOCOMOTION
Field(s)/Group(s):
Surface Transportation and Equipment, Logistics, Military Facilities and Supplies
Report Date:
1963 Jan 18
Creation Date:
2001 Nov 21