Title: The Joint Simulation and Modelling for Analysis, Requirements, Training, and Support SMARTS Initiati
1The Joint Simulation and Modelling for Analysis,
Requirements, Training, and Support (SMARTS)
Initiative A Vision for enabling Strategy
2020 through the application of Modelling
Simulation in DND
- JSMARTS Workshop
- 16/17 June 2004
- Mark Espenant
2Outline
- Background
- Define MS, SMARTS, SEBA
- Synthetic Environments in MAS
- The need for a DND-wide Vision
- Stakeholders
- The Vision
- Enabling Strategy 2020
- The way ahead
3Definitions - Model
- Model
- A model is a physical, mathematical, or otherwise
logical representation of a system, real world
entity, phenomenon, or process.
Mock-up of future Armoured Fighting Vehicle crew
station
4Definitions
- Model
- A model is a physical, mathematical, or otherwise
logical representation of a system, real world
entity, phenomenon, or process. - Simulation
- A simulation is the implementation of a model
over time. Humanin-the-loop (HITL) simulations
are commonly referred to as simulators.
5Definitions - Simulation
Medium-fidelity full-motion AFV simulation
6Definitions
- Model
- A model is a physical, mathematical, or otherwise
logical representation of a system, real world
entity, phenomenon, or process. - Simulation
- A simulation is the implementation of a model
over time. Humanin-the-loop (HITL) simulations
are commonly referred to as simulators. - Synthetic Environment
- The linkage of models, simulations, people (real
or simulated), equipment (real or simulated) into
a common representation of the world.
7Definitions Synthetic Environment
Virtual environment with computer-generated
terrain, enemy forces, and weather, and linkage
to other simulations
8High Technology?
So, a simulation has to be expensive to buy and
operate?
9MS vs SE?
MS
SE
10MS vs SE?
MS
SE
SE
SE
11Definition - SMARTS
Simulation Modelling for Analysis,
Requirements, Training, Support
Disposal
Pre-Acquisition
Acquisition
In-Service
Life CycleManage Support
ID
OptionsAnalysis
Definition
Implementation
Dispose
Training Rehearsal
Synthetic Environment
Synthetic Environment
Synthetic Environment
Synthetic Environment
- Shared Models Simulations of System
- Common system model
- Consistent scenarios, measures
- Increased quality of analysis
- Decreased analysis time
12Definitions - SEBA
Synthetic Environment Based Acquisition
Pre-Acquisition
Acquisition
Disposal
In-Service
Life CycleManage Support
ID
OptionsAnalysis
Definition
Implementation
Dispose
Training Rehearsal
Synthetic Environment
Synthetic Environment
Synthetic Environment
Synthetic Environment
13Systems Engineering in SEBA
Systems Engineering Process
Studies
System Level Simulation
Mission Analysis
Mission/ConceptStudies
RequirementsAnalysis
RequirementsStudies
Synthetic Environment
Function Analysis/Alloc
Functional Studies
DesignSynthesis
Design Studies
Development
VV Studies
DesignTest and Eval
14Benefits of MS
- Run complex and sophisticated analysis quicker,
cheaper (?), repeatable, many times! - Experiments that would be dangerous,
environmentally impossible or prohibitively
expensive - Evaluate prototype systems and operator
performance before constructing for real - Test different versions rapidly and sequentially
under exact same conditions
15Current MS Use in DND
- Grassroots application of MS to different
phases of acquisition by DRDC, CFEC, and
procurement projectsas opportunities, resources,
and skill sets permit - Not coordinated or applied to whole acquisition
cycle - Resulting duplication of effort and proliferation
of models and simulations that are not modular,
do not conform to DND/CF standards (where they
exist), and are not re-usable by other groups
16The Need for a DND Wide Vision
- Acquisition is only a component of full
application spectrum - Must leverage and re-use simulations where
appropriate - Must be conducted in co-ordination with up
stream and down stream applications of
synthetic environments - Must apply processes compatible with other
stakeholders - Involves interaction with Industry through PWGSC
interface using digital models of candidate
solutions.
A DND wide vision must be developed to help frame
the MAS community application of synthetic
environments.
17Stakeholders
- Synthetic Environment Working Group
- SE Coordination Offices
- DND SECO Army, Maritime, and Air SECOs
- Experimentation Centres
- CFEC, AEC, Maritime Warfare Centre, etc.
- Research and Development Centres
- DRDC Directorates and Sections
- Operational Training Centres
- Industry
- Simulation Interoperability Standards
Organization (SISO)
18The Vision
- The DND/CF will exploit Modelling Simulation,
incorporating Synthetic Environments (SEs) as the
primary enabling technology, to effectively meet
strategic objectives. SEs will merge the real
and virtual worlds in ways that empower leaders
to visualize the future, analyze decision
alternatives, and prepare for operations
throughout the spectrum of conflict. In order to
maximize effectiveness and optimize efficiency,
DND/CF SEs will be centrally coordinated to
achieve appropriate levels of validation,
standardization, and modular development for use
and reuse in a distributed environment. The
establishment and management of this MS-based
capability shall be called the Joint Simulation
and Modelling for Acquisition, Requirements,
Training and Support (SMARTS) Initiative. Its
realization shall result in a world-class
achievement of the complete integration of
modelling and simulation into a Joint defence
community.
19Enabling Strategy 2020
- Modelling and Simulation will
- explore, develop, and demonstrate the potential
of Innovative Paths, by visualizing preferred
outcomes - provide operational training in realistic
scenarios for Decisive Leaders - provide analytical rigour and flexibility to
exploring future concepts, force structure,
equipment capabilities, and technologies for
Modernization - ensure the CF is Globally Deployable by assessing
the deployability and combat effectiveness of new
equipment - conduct exercises with allies in potential
theatres for mission training, course of action
analysis, and rehearsals to allow the CF to be
Interoperable - show Canadians first hand that the CF is a Career
of Choice - enhance Strategic Partnerships through Joint
planning simulation exercises in realistic
scenarios - achieve Resource Stewardship by providing a
comprehensive approach to responding to change
20The Key, not the panacea
- Use of MS is not always appropriate
- Must be supported by Cost-Benefit Analysis
- Must consider appropriate VVA
- However
- Total life cycle cost influenced 28 by
acquisition costs, but 60 by operations and
logistics - 70 of life cycle costs locked in by early
decisions can be heavily influenced by MS
analysis - Re-use of models, terrain databases, scenarios to
ensure consistent analysis and minimum cost
21Status of the MS Vision
- MS Working Group continues
- Vision endorsed by ADM (Mat)
22The Way Ahead
- SMARTS Workshoptoday!
- Present Vision
- Presentations by industry and government
- Gather feedback
- Create Enterprise MS Plan
- Consultation and agreement by working group
23Questions?