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2002 NPS Integrated Project - Expeditionary Warfare
(Monterey California. Naval Postgraduate School, 2002-12) Erhardt, Bill; Calvano, Chuck; Olwell, Dave; Systems Engineering (SE)
The Expeditionary Warfare Integrated Project represents the combined effort of more than 70 students and 18 faculty members from seven different Naval Postgraduate School curricula representing all five US uniformed services and allies from Singapore, Turkey, Greece, Tunisia, and Sweden. This project was the result of OPNAV N7 tasking directing NPS’ Wayne Meyer Institute of Systems Engineering to use a top down, system of systems approach to examine future Expeditionary Warfare operations in terms of current and emerging operational concepts.
2002 NPS Integrated Project, Expeditionary Warfare (archived)
(Monterey, California. Naval Postgraduate School, 2005-02-20) Naval Postgraduate School (U.S.)
HYPERVELOCITY PROJECTILE: EFFECTS OF A COMMON MUNITION IN MULTI-MISSION OPERATIONS
(Monterey, CA; Naval Postgraduate School, 2021-06) Licci, Salvatore; Millican, Daniel S.; Rhynes, Kayla N.; Richardson, Tamika M.; Porter, Wayne; Paulo, Eugene P.; Beery, Paul T.; Naval Research Program (NRP); Systems Engineering (SE); Systems Engineering (SE); Systems Engineering (SE); Systems Engineering (SE)
This project explored how a common hypervelocity projectile (HVP) munition could support Anti-Air Warfare (AAW), Anti-Surface Warfare (ASUW), and Naval Surface Fire Support (NSFS) missions by comparing the legacy munitions to the HVP fired from U.S. legacy weapon systems. This study examined the effects of HVPs in mission planning, logistics and use in multiple mission areas. The main objective question for the study was, “Will the use of HVP in legacy weapon systems provide equivalent offensive and defensive capability and improve logistic operations in mission planning?” Using model-based systems engineering and architecting, the project formalized the criteria needed to perform a quantitative systems analysis for the operational, or mission, flexibility inherent in the HVP system. An in-depth model was created that analyzes the performance of multiple variables in the scenario for both the inclusion and exclusion of the HVP munition, which provides information of the overall effectiveness. The results provide evidence of the benefit of incorporating the HVPs into the weapon systems load out. There are benefits in cost, resupply, and munitions available, while maintaining performance. Based upon the results of this modeling, the initial hypothesis was confirmed that the effectiveness of HVP munitions improve the overall mission success, as well as deliver a cost effective alternative to using only legacy weapon systems.
SEA 32 MULTI-DOMAIN, MANNED-UNMANNED LITTORAL DENIAL SYSTEM
(Monterey, CA; Naval Postgraduate School, 2023-06) Kwan, Justin J.; Simoes Ferry, Daniel; Stanislav, Alexander C.; Wasson, Zachary A.; Witte, Matthew P.; Papoulias, Fotis A.; Huang, Jefferson; Systems Engineering (SE); Operations Research (OR)
This report details a systems engineering approach to design a manned-unmanned, multi-domain, littoral denial system of systems, projected over the next decade. Mission context scenarios were created to provide diverse system operating environments, enabling a flexible system architecture to address a variety of threats in near-peer competition. With efforts to employ cost-effective and attritable unmanned components, open-source platform reviews were conducted to determine performance parameters, cost, and technical readiness levels, ultimately influencing the eligibility and appropriateness of these platforms for system integration. This evaluation led to a value system design for each candidate platform, providing quantitative analysis for its potential contribution to our system functions as they pertain to each mission scenario. An optimization program under cost constraints was then utilized to yield ideal platform combinations while meeting all functional requirements. Each architecture that resulted from the optimization program was then subjected to a combat model to verify its effectiveness, and then compared to conventional littoral denial constructs. Analysis and comparison of each system architecture yielded relevant insights for the project sponsor at OPNAV N9I (Director of Warfare Integration). Each scenario-dependent system of systems yielded improvements in certain functional evaluations, while also producing degradations in other functional areas.
ANALYSIS OF RARE EARTH ELEMENT SUPPLY CHAIN RESILIENCE DURING A MAJOR CONFLICT
(Monterey, CA; Naval Postgraduate School, 2021-06) Bernkopf, Miroslav; Carmeli, Amit; Chan, Baixian Alvin; Chua, Adrian; Hust, Collin R.; Jester, Marian A.; Kavall, Alexander P.; Lee, Boon Kien Eugene; Li, Haocheng Joel; Lim, Wei Qin; McClary, Matthew A.; Meier, Joseph T.; Naquila, Robert J.; Ng, Wee San; Ng, Wei Xiang; Ong, Wen Xiang; Peh, Ming Hui; Tai, Jia En Marcus; Tan, Choon S.; Yap, Kok Siong J.; Papoulias, Fotis A.; Huang, Jefferson; Information Sciences (IS); Operations Research (OR); Operations Research (OR); Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering (MAE); Systems Engineering/Operations Research (SE/OR); Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering (MAE); Systems Engineering (SE); Systems Engineering (SE); Systems Engineering (SE); Systems Engineering (SE); Systems Engineering (SE); Computer Science (CS); Systems Engineering (SE); Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE); Operations Research (OR); Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering (MAE); Systems Engineering (SE); Systems Engineering (SE); Systems Engineering (SE); Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE)
This report explores the extension of the conventional “kill chain” in a counterintuitive manner. Utilizing lessons learned from the SEA29 work in “Logistics in a Contested Environment,” the “kill chain” is re-defined backward from warhead detonation to “metal bending and metal delivery.” This process provides a more well-rounded examination of Department of Defense (DOD) efforts to maintain supply lines in a major conflict, specifically, those supply lines that provide key rare earth elements (REE) to DOD weapons contractors. Using linear programming and optimization, this report documents a design of three alternatives for the mining, refinement, and production of REEs. By defining a production equation around our Measures of Effectiveness and Performance (MOE/MOP), we maximized the weighted MOPs while minimizing damage to convoys. From the analysis of results, we found REE components produced remotely (OCONUS) and near CONUS had the best results while using medium and large convoys. Finally, the diverse background of the team, professionally and academically, allowed for a combination of perspectives during the research and modeling process, which ultimately led to the creation of this final report.
2003 NPS Integrated Project, Defense of the Sea Base (archived)
(Monterey, California. Naval Postgraduate School, 2005-02-24) Naval Postgraduate School (U.S.)
Tailorable Remote Unmanned Combat Craft
(Monterey, CA; Naval Postgraduate School, 2012-06) Jacobi, Loren; Campbell, Rick; Chau, Chee Nam; Ong, Chin Chuan; Tan, Szu Hau; Cher, Hock Hin; Alexander, Cory; Edwards, Christien; Diukman, Anner; Ding, Sze Yi; Hagstette, Matthew; Kwek, Howe Leng; Bush, Adam; Meeks, Matt; Tham, Kine Yin; Ng, Mei Ling; Yeo, Ing Kang; Loke, Yew Kok; SEA Cohort SEA-18B; Langford, Gary; Chung, Timothy; Systems Engineering (SE); Operations Research (OR); SEA Cohort SEA-18B
U.S. military and civilian vessels are critically vulnerable to asymmetric threats in littoral environments. Common asymmetric weapons such as Anti-Ship Cruise Missiles (ASCM), Low Slow Flying (LSF) aircraft and Fast Attack Craft (FAC) / Fast Inshore Attack Craft (FIAC) threaten U.S. strategic goals and can produce unacceptable losses of men and material. The SEA-18B team presents an operational concept for a family of Unmanned Surface Vessels (USV) capable of defending ships from asymmetric swarm attacks. This USV, the Tailorable Remote Unmanned Combat Craft (TRUCC), can operate in concert with the next generation of capital surface vessels to combat this critical threat with maximum efficiency. Critical performance criteria of the TRUCC family were determined through agent-based simulation of a Straits of Hormuz Design Reference Mission. Additional models addressed ship synthesis and operational availability. A Technology and Capability Roadmap outlines areas of interest for investment and development of the next-generation USV. Interim technology and capability milestones in the Roadmap facilitate incremental USV operational capabilities for missions such as logistics, decoy operations and Mine Warfare. The TRUCC operational concept fills a critical vulnerability gap. Its employment will reduce combat risk to our most valuable maritime assets: our ships and our Sailors.
Viable short-term directed energy weapon naval solutions: a systems analysis of current prototypes
(Monterey, California. Naval Postgraduate School, 2013-06) Ciullo, Dan; deLongpre, Jeff; Mcarthur, Sim; Nowakowski, Jake; Shene, Rich; Taylor, Earvin; White, Roosevelt; Cheng, Po-Yu; Heng, Yinghui; Wong, Chia Sern; Wong, Wai Keat; Phua, Yee Ling; Zlatsin, Philip; Choon, Junwei; Neo, Yong Shern; Lee, Daryl; Chow, Wen Chong; Lee, Guan Hock; Leo, Valentine; Lim, Zhifeng; Sheo, Boon Chew; Soh, Sze Shiang; Teo, Harn Chin; SEA Cohort SEA-19B; Langford, Gary O.; Systems Engineering (SE); SEA Cohort SEA-19B; Anderson, Thomas
With conventional weapons nearing their peak capability, the need to identify alternative war fighting solutions suggests a look at Directed Energy Weapons (DEWs). The goal is to change the means by which warfare is conducted to improve operational efficiencies and overall effectiveness. The Naval Postgraduate School Systems Engineering and Analysis (SEA-19B) Capstone project team examined how existing directed energy technologies can provide performance across multiple warfare area domains and mission subsets for the U.S. Navy. The aim was to identify and characterize the capability gaps with conventional weapons systems, produce a coherent vision of naval missions that incorporate DEWs, and generate a roadmap for a DEW fleet. By conducting a thorough Analysis of Alternatives based on system performance, integration, schedule, and cost, the project team identified that the Tactical Laser System (with a laser beam power of 10 kW) provided the best overall capability to defend surface combatants, although none of the analyzed DEWs have the capability to replace a current conventional weapon. The Active Denial System (microwave) provided a niche capability in the Anti-Terrorism/Force Protection mission set.
Systems approach to defeating Maritime Improvised Explosive Devices in U.S. ports
(Monterey, California: Naval Postgraduate School, 2008-12) Causee, Christopher; Ellis, Mark; Hellard, Mike; Jimenez, Rich; Cheng, Jua Lim; Nilsson, Julio; Rowden, Bobby; Wheatley, Joel; Winn, Eric; Smith, Tim; SEA Cohort SEA-14; Paulo, Eugene P.; Systems Engineering (SE); SEA Cohort SEA-14
Insight gained from terrorist attacks, training excercises, and intelligence intercepts over the past few years has shown a renewed interest in the use of mining as an effective means of disrupting commerce and damaging critical infrastructure. In an attempt to develop a system of systems architecture to defeat mines and Maritime IEDs (MIED), the project team developed several system alternatives, or Adaptive Force Packages, that incorporate both existing systems and emerging technologies. Overall performance was assessed using a US Joint Forces Command sponsored wargame simulating an MIED attack on ports based on the geography of Seattle and Tacoma. A critical analysis of the alternatives based on performance, suitability, cost, and risk were carried out. The study results showed that increases in performance are attainable with mixed results in cost and risk, and highlighted necessary actions and considerations that must be taken by military and civilian leaders in order to adequately prepare for and counter MIEDs in U.S. Ports.
Set-Based Design: fleet architecture and design 2030-2035
(Monterey, California: Naval Postgraduate School, 2017-12) Alessandria, David; Al-Jawder, Isa; Clow, Eric; Maldonado, Carlos; Medina, Jeremiah; Nichols, Brandon; Uchida, Timothy; SEA Cohort SEA-26; Papoulias, Fotis; Dell, Robert; SEA Cohort SEA-26
This report outlines a design methodology and provides a recommendation for an alternative fleet architecture to the United States naval force for 2030–2035. While there are many methods and techniques to generate future fleet alternatives, Set-Based Design (SBD) is used in this report to generate a future fleet architecture. SBD principles maintain multiple requirements and leave design options open late into the development cycle without committing to any specific designs. The purpose of leaving multiple design options open until the very end is to reduce the amount of rework and cost overruns if requirements change. As the design timeline concludes, SBD uses empirical data to collapse focus to the final design solution. To implement SBD in this report, the team developed a computer model to optimize ship and platform choices simultaneously across eight critical warfare areas based on multiple user defined inputs. This theoretical optimized fleet is measured against unique measures of effectiveness to verify its validity for future operations. This method of analysis proposes a future fleet architecture consisting of 297 fighting ships, 88 Military Sealift Command ships, and 566 unmanned vehicles.