LOGISTICS IN A CONTESTED ENVIRONMENT: NETWORK ANALYSIS AND FLOW OPTIMIZATION
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Authors
Sorenson, Christian A.
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network science
network analysis
network flow
logistics
network analysis
network flow
logistics
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Gera, Ralucca
Atkinson, Michael P.
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2020-06
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Monterey, CA; Naval Postgraduate School
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The present state of the naval logistics system is efficient and effective at supplying forward-deployed naval forces; however, it is optimized for operations in uncontested environments. As the United States enters another era of great-power competition, it must determine the type of logistics system that is able to operate in a region where friendly forces do not have sea control. This study creates a network of logistics hubs in the Pacific theater. Using network science and prominent centrality measures, we examine the structure of a nominal Pacific theater logistics network for an array of logistic assets. In this thesis, we develop a maximum flow algorithm and apply it to our logistics network. Our proposed maximum flow algorithm optimizes vessel configuration and routing to satisfy as much demand as possible. We hope our study provides insights into the capabilities of the current logistics system and potential areas for improving logistics capabilities in contested environments.
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Applied Mathematics (MA)
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This publication is a work of the U.S. Government as defined in Title 17, United States Code, Section 101. Copyright protection is not available for this work in the United States.