Start Date
4-1971 8:00 AM
Description
The complexity and operational dynamics of modern space systems has dictated a need for computerized tools to assist in the analysis, planning, and control of space system operations. Three computer programs (ACTNET, TLGEN, and WICK 9) which have been applied successfully to these problems are discussed in this paper.
ACTNET is a second generation discrete-event simulation system designed for the functional analysis of complex processes. It is applicable to systems which may be modeled as networks of activities that are constrained by precedence, logical conditions, and limited resources. ACTNET has been employed within the Nuclear Stage, Space Station, and Space Shuttle programs by MDAC-West.
TLGEN is a computer program currently under development by MDAC-West for generating operational mission timelines. In its batch mode of operation, it is used for planning on-orbit operations. In its interactive (on-line) mode, it can support real-time control of on-orbit operations by mission control/ground system personnel. TLGEN is designed for scheduling detailed sequences of events subject to event duration time, execution time, priority, resource usage, and environmental constraints (ephemeris).
Computer Aided Analysis, Planning, and Control of Space Systems Operations
The complexity and operational dynamics of modern space systems has dictated a need for computerized tools to assist in the analysis, planning, and control of space system operations. Three computer programs (ACTNET, TLGEN, and WICK 9) which have been applied successfully to these problems are discussed in this paper.
ACTNET is a second generation discrete-event simulation system designed for the functional analysis of complex processes. It is applicable to systems which may be modeled as networks of activities that are constrained by precedence, logical conditions, and limited resources. ACTNET has been employed within the Nuclear Stage, Space Station, and Space Shuttle programs by MDAC-West.
TLGEN is a computer program currently under development by MDAC-West for generating operational mission timelines. In its batch mode of operation, it is used for planning on-orbit operations. In its interactive (on-line) mode, it can support real-time control of on-orbit operations by mission control/ground system personnel. TLGEN is designed for scheduling detailed sequences of events subject to event duration time, execution time, priority, resource usage, and environmental constraints (ephemeris).
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