Survivability: A Markov Process

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Abstract:

Previous articles In this series have covered the time behavior of force strengths, battle trajectories, and recursive relationships between battle parameters. In this edition, the general solution to the Markov equation is derived and effects of segmented battle are compared with traditional conflict modes. Survivability, lethality, and repair are compared as command options. New graphic techniques are explored to reveal fundamental features of this combat structure.

Author(s):
Parks, Jack G.
Author Organization(s):
ARMY TANK-AUTOMOTIVE COMMAND WARREN MI
Pagination:
0007

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DOCUMENT & CONTEXTUAL SUMMARY

Distribution:
Approved For Public Release
Distribution Statement:
Approved For Public Release; Distribution Is Unlimited.

RECORD

Collection: TR
Identifying Numbers
Report Number(s):
16199
Monitor Series:
TACOM
 Subject Terms
Joint Capability Areas:
JCA_8_Building Partnerships
Communities of Interest:
Materials and Manufacturing Processes
Descriptor(s):
*SURVIVABILITY, *LETHALITY, *MARKOV PROCESSES, *SEGMENTED, *TANKS(COMBAT VEHICLES), WARFARE, PARAMETERS, SOLUTIONS(GENERAL), REPAIR, BEHAVIOR, BATTLES, TRAJECTORIES, OPERATORS(PERSONNEL), TRANSITIONS, RECURSIVE FUNCTIONS, STRENGTH(GENERAL), GRAPHICS, CONFLICT
Field(s)/Group(s):
Toxicology, Statistics and Probability
Report Date:
2001 Apr 01
Creation Date:
2007 Jan 24