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Overview (U):(U) The use of modeling and simulation (M&S) by the Air Force and the DoD is rapidly increasing. M&S is being used as a means to solve problems in a time of fiscal shrinkage. It can be used to provide effective and safe training for various sized groups from an individual in a cockpit to a battle staff. M&S also saves time and money during the acquisition of new weapon systems by allowing R&D problems to be solved without the expense of building and testing prototypes.
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(U) Modeling and simulation is proceeding in three phases. The first phase develops the Space Simulation Framework (SSF). The SSF is a flexible, object-oriented modeling and simulation system architecture. This architecture will allow us to realistically model and test proposed satellites in a simulation before actually building them, thus reducing the risk and cost associated with designing, building, testing, and operating real satellites.
(U) In FY98, our SSF architecture will be developed into a capability for real-time space simulation for training and CONOPS. This phase of development will enhance the baseline SSF to include real-time operation and training simulations, the ability to drive operator displays during satellite simulations, and robust training for satellite operators and space asset users. Our challenge at this stage is to develop adequate fidelity and speed for realistic training simulations.
(U) In FY00, our work will expand into full-scale, high-fidelity space simulation for autonomous mission operations. Fidelity and speed of simulations will be improved even further, to allow faster-than-real-time operations. Our system will have the ability to simulate force enhancement and space control mission areas. At this stage, we will also be developing and testing technologies for autonomous satellite and information-on-demand operations.
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Space System Technologies | Space Systems Technologies |
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TECHNOLOGY- RDT&E | SPACE TECHNOLOGY |
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Air Force.
(U) National Security Space Road Map Team, NSSA, Open Phone: (703) 808-6040, DSN 898-6040.
(U) 01 July 1997
(U) Road Map Production Date: 23 June 2001