Design and Implementation of Data-Based Validation and Evaluation System for Combat System Engineering

Abstract

Combat systems are developed by utilizing standardized frameworks, such as the V process, with testing paired with validation and evaluation (V&E) at every phase. To achieve that, V&E requires the ability to utilize both simulation data and real data generated during development. This article proposes a data-driven V&E system (DVES) that integrates the data types of V&E and can be utilized for all phases of the V process. The proposed system consists of a data collection module and a designed and implemented V&E module. The data acquisition module functions as a file system for simulation data acquisition and a data distribution service interface for interoperation with real systems. The V&E module consists of a mathematical analysis model and a graphical analysis model. To test the proposed system, experiments were performed in scenarios using simulation data and real data and a hardware-in-the-loop simulation of a submarine was conducted. Through the experimental results, tactical analysis and radar performance evaluation indicators optimized for target engagement simulations could be identified and torpedo launch procedures were verified. This is expected to reduce the development period and cost of combat engineering systems by replacing multiple V&E systems with DVES. Author