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A Diagnostic Approach to Weapon System Lifecycle Support: The Phalanx Close-in Weapon System

Volume No: 2  Article No: 1

Authors: Aruna Apte & Rene Rendon

Abstract: This study discusses a diagnostic approach to examining the lifecycle support system of a weapon system-specifically illustrating the approaches for the US Navy Phalanx Close-in Weapon System (CIWS). The study gauges the status of current readiness and analyzes a snapshot of cost structures. The study identifies the program's influential cost factors and system performance drivers. As a diagnostic approach to the lifecycle support of the Phalanx Weapon System, the study creates a hypergraph describing the relation between factors and drivers and their effect on operational readiness. The research also suggests areas for further study.

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