Measuring arms transfers with multiple attribute utility theory
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Authors
O'Connell, Patrick Michael
Subjects
Multiple Attribute Utility Theory
Multiplicative Form of the Multiple Attribute Utility Function
Additive Form of the Multiple Attribute Utility Function
Descriptive Factors for Fighter Aircraft
Multiplicative Form of the Multiple Attribute Utility Function
Additive Form of the Multiple Attribute Utility Function
Descriptive Factors for Fighter Aircraft
Advisors
Bouchoux, D. R.
Laurance, E. J.
Date of Issue
1977-09
Date
Publisher
Monterey, CA; Naval Postgraduate School
Language
Abstract
This thesis explores the theoretical and practical problems encountered in using Multiple Attribute Utility Theory to assign capability measures to military weapon systems. Two experiments were conducted, the first employed the classical form of data representation and the second utilized piecewise linear approximations as a practical alternative. It was concluded that Multiple Attribute Utility Theory appears to be a significant step forward in the search for a valid measure of arms transfers.
Type
Thesis