Harnessing the power of manned simulation! This paper discusses ongoing studies at the RAND Logistics Systems Laboratory, which are guided by two primary goals: to aid the Air Force in substantive management and control problems, and to improve the use of abstract simulations in designing and evaluating complex control systems. The use of manned, computer-assisted simulations is a central theme of the work. The research aims to enhance the effectiveness of simulations as tools for designing and evaluating alternative control systems. This approach integrates human decision-making into the simulation process, providing insights into the real-world performance of complex systems. By combining human expertise with advanced computing techniques, this research aims to provide valuable support for the Air Force and contribute to the advancement of simulation methodologies in the field of complex control systems.
Published in Communications of the ACM, this paper on manned simulation research aligns with the journal's focus on the application of computing techniques to real-world problems. The use of simulations for designing and evaluating complex control systems is relevant to the journal's audience of computer scientists and engineers.