GROUND TRANSPORTATION OPTIMIZATION FOR THE MARINE EXPEDITIONARY UNIT DURING HUMANITARIAN ASSISTANCE AND DISASTER RELIEF OPERATIONS
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Authors
Futrell, Brandon J.
Gurrister, Jason T.
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FHA
ground transportation optimization
Marine Expeditionary Unit
MEU
humanitarian assistance and disaster relief
HA/DR
disaster relief
ground transportation optimization
Marine Expeditionary Unit
MEU
humanitarian assistance and disaster relief
HA/DR
disaster relief
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Seagren, Chad W.
Apte, Aruna U.
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2023-12
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Monterey, CA; Naval Postgraduate School
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This research evaluated the ground transportation equipment belonging to a Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) and available for humanitarian assistance and disaster relief (HA/DR) operations. This study will assist military and civilian planners in deciding the most efficient way to move personnel and equipment for a disaster operation. The analysis also aims to provide senior leaders with a more accurate planning aid response before they request support. Natural disasters are not going away, and the MEU represents a capable force with the necessary personnel and equipment to assist in relief operations. The literature review looks at relevant literature surrounding our topic, beginning with recent world events and a short synopsis of what doctrine states about our subject, and then addresses gaps in the information. Our methodology used a linear programming method to develop a transportation model that captures the transportation and materiel handling costs associated with disaster relief response. The results from our research indicate that a mixed composition of vehicles, with heavy usage of Medium Tactical Vehicle Replacement, yields the most cost-effective option for commanders and may allow relief planners a suitable starting point from which to begin planning.
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Master of Business Administration (MBA) Professional Reports
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