Hybrid Systems: Models, Simulation, and Testing

Abstract

Realization of the vision of a synthetic theater of war (STOW) fully depends on the creation of interoperable simulators, simulations, and fielded systems that realistically represent warfighting concepts, doctrine, forces and weapon systems of friendly, neutral 'and opposing forces. Distributed Interactive Simulations (DIS) have provided a wide variety of realistic training and analysis applications but cannot currently be relied upon to create the STOW because the architecture is known to have problems with synchronization. interoperability and scalability. The revolution in military affairs implied by the DIS vision depends on commanders trusting the simulation results. Additionally, the verification, validation and accreditation (VV&A) of new models must be rapid enough to meet the needs of national decision makers. We provide preliminary ideas concerning how a detailed model being develop as part of the Automation and Robotics program of the