Walker L.K., Higgins M.S., Svetlich W.G. Comparison and evaluation of four theater-level models: CEM IV, IDAGAM I, LULEJIAN-1, VECTOR-1

Weapon systems evaluation group (defense), Arlington, VA, 1976, 274 p.The purpose of this paper is to provide a critical description of four currently available computerized simulations of combat. The paper is intended to be useful to study agencies as an aid in their selection of a model for the study of a specific problem. It should also be useful to the reviewer of modeling efforts in that it makes explicit model assumptions, strengths, and weaknesses which may not otherwise be obvious.Chapter 1 Introduction and Summary.Purpose.
Scope.
Approach.
Basic Descriptions.
Limitations.
A Caution.
Summary Discussions.
General.
Theater Structure.
Organizations and Mission.
Maneuver Unit Interactions.
Air-to-Air Interactions.
Combat Air Support (CAS).
Interdiction.
Air Base Attack.
Interaction Between Aircraft and Air Defense Artillery.
FEBA Movement.
Logistics.
Unit/Personnel Replacements.
Intelligence.
Summary of Results.
II Basic Descriptions.
A. CEM IV.
B. IDAGAM I.
C. LULEJIAN.
D. VECTOR-1.
III. Model Software.
A. CEM.
B. IDAGAM.
C. LULEJIAN.
D. VECTOR.
E. Model Input Data.
APPENDIX.
Detailed Analyses of Functional Areas General.
A. Theater Structure.
B. Command and Control.
C. Maneuver Unit Interactions.
D. Organization of Theater Air Forces.
E. Air-to-Air Interactions.
F. Combat Air Support.
G. Air Interdiction.
H. Air Base Attack.
I. Air Defense Artillery.
J. Air Defense Artillery Suppression.
K. FEBA Movement.
L. Logistics: Structure, Consumption and Availability.
M. Logistics: Resource Flow and Transportation.
N. Logistics: Maintenance and Repair.
O. Construction.
P. Personnel Replacements.
Q. Unit Ineffectiveness.