A simulation model of tactical nuclear target analysis and damage assessment

Abstract

This thesis present a Nuclear Targeting and Effects program that is intended for the inclusion in the Simulation of Tactical Alternative Responses (STAR) combat model. It is presented as a stand alone program, written in SIMSCRIPT, which can be easily modified as a subroutine for any high resolution combat model requiring tactical nuclear effects simulation. When presented with a group of targets which are deemed suitable for attack by tactical weapons, the program will select units to fire, select proper yields for multiple yield weapons systems and assess casualties among Armor and Infantry within the target area.