Operations Research
Operations Research. In defense analysis, operations research uses statistics and mathematics to optimize the use of a weapon.To set up a radar/fighter defense against bomber aircraft, for example, the traditional method would be to draw advice from war‐experienced experts or apply current military doctrine. An operations researcher, however, starts with a numerical measure of effectiveness—perhaps the number of bombers expected to get through, or the warning time provided, or some combination. The next step is to analyze statistics from past systems, and feed these into a mathematical model combining scanning rates, the decision‐making speed of radar operators, and the average number of operational fighters. The best design might be found by pencil and paper analysis, or a computer program that simulates the system under various...
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