Theses/Dissertations from 2009
Reusable Launch Vehicle Design Implications for Regeneration Time, Carlos Alberto Molina
An Advanced Tabu Search Approach to Solving the Mixed Payload Airlift Load Planning Problem, Robert Larry Nance
Creating Multi Objective Value Functions from Non-Independent Values, Christopher D. Richards
Forecasting USAF JP-8 Fuel Needs, Omer Saglam
Determining the Orbit Locations of Turkish Airborne Early Warning and Control Aircraft Over the Turkish Air Space, Nebi Sarikaya
Host-Based Multivariate Statistical Computer Operating Process Anomaly Intrusion Detection System (PAIDS), Glen R. Shilland
Education and Training as Part of an Expeditionary Combat Support System Implementation Strategy, Thomas M. Sprague
A Hybrid Templated-Based Composite Classification System, Michael A. Turnbaugh
Using Agent-Based Modeling to Evaluate UAS Behaviors in a Target-Rich Environment, Joseph A. Van Kuiken
Evaluation of Air Force Aircraft Maintenance Metrics for Integration into the Expeditionary Combat Support System, Brian D. Waller
Robust Sensitivity Analysis for the Joint Improvised Explosive Device Defeat Organization (JIEDDO) Proposal Selection Model, Christina J. Willy
A Cost Assessment of the Dayton Public Schools Vehicle Routing Problem, Frankie L. Woods Jr.
Theses/Dissertations from 2008
Determining the Surface-to-Air Missile Requirement for Western and Southern Part of the Turkish Air Defense System, Omer Alkanat
Simulated Multi-Echelon Readiness-Based Inventory Leveling with Lateral Resupply, Todd C. Burnworth
Discrete Event Simulation of a Suppression of Enemy Air Defenses (SEAD) Mission, Ahmet Aydin Candir
A Multi-Objective Linear Program Model to Test Hub-and-Spoke Networks as a Potential Air Force Deployment Alternative, Andrew J. Cullen
Aircraft Maintenance Organizational Structure Changes an Antecedent Model, Jeffrey M. Durand
A Simulation Optimization Approach to the Design of Unmanned Aircraft Systems, Emily C. Evans
Balancing Government Risks with Contractor Incentives in Performance-Based Logistics Contracts, Christopher P. Gardner
Analyzing Individual Decision Making Versus Group Decision Making for Alternative Selection, Alper Gezeravci
Robust Aircraft Squadron Scheduling in the Face of Absenteeism, Osman Bahadir Gokcen
Balanced Scoredcard: Evaluation of Air Force Material Command's Implementation and Use, Aaron J. Hepler
Improved Feature Extraction, Feature Selection, and Identification Techniques That Create a Fast Unsupervised Hyperspectral Target Detection Algorithm, Robert J. Johnson
Combat Identification Using Multiple TUAV Swarm, Younin Kang
Intelligence Surveillance and Reconnaissance Asset Assignment for Optimal Mission Effectiveness, Ryan D. Kappedal
AFMC Customer Satisfaction Study at the Air Logistics Centers, Kelly D. Kendall
A Case Analysis of Explaining the Main Factors that Contribute to ROK's Decision Making in Procurement of Defense Articles, Se Young Kim
Combat Identification Modeling Using Robust Optimization Techniques, TaeHo Kim
Forecasting Expeditionary Training for Company Grade Logistics Readiness Officers: A Delphi Study, Phillip Kirk Larson
A Confidence Paradigm for Classification Systems, Nathan J. Leap
Street Gangs: A Modeling Approach to Evaluation "At Risk" Youth, Bernard Jacob Loeffelholz
Simulation of National Intelligence Process with Fusion, Joseph S. Lupa
Analytical Techniques and the Air Force Logistics Readiness Officer, Bryan D. Main
Robust Sensitivity Analysis of Courses of Action Using an Additive Value Model, Hunter A. Marks
It Is Time the United States Air Force Changes the Way it Feeds Its Airmen. Six University's Perspectives on Outsourcing, Troy J. Miller
Simulation Modeling and Analysis of F-16 Pilot Training Squadron, Adem Okal
Multi-Objective Optimization of Mixed-Variable, Stochastic Systems Using Single-Objective Formulations, Todd J. Paciencia
Assessing Capabilities of the High Energy Liquid Laser Area Defense System through Combat Simulations, Ryan S. Ponack
Metamodeling Techniques to Aid in the Aggregation Process of Large Hierarchical Simulation Models, June F.D. Rodriguez
Process Time Refinement for Reusable Launch Vehicle Regeneration Modeling, Joseph A. Servidio
Scramjet Fuel Injection Array Optimization Utilizing Mixed Variable Pattern Search with Kriging Surrogates, Bryan Sparkman
Developing an Excel Decision Support System Using In-Transit Visibility to Decrease DoD Transportation Delays, Brian B. Stone
Governance Structure Transforemation during ERP Implementations, Elise V. Strachan
Forecasting Instability Indicators in the Horn of Africa Region, Bryan R. Tannehill
Feasibility of JP-8 to Jet a Fuel Conversion at U. S. Military Facilities, Lance A. Vann
Inland Resupply without a Road or Runway: Airdrop Solutions Including High-Altitude Precision Systems, Derek L. Williamson
Theses/Dissertations from 2007
Optimizing the Prioritization of Natural Disaster Recovery Projects, Jason M. Aftanas
Modeling and Analysis of Resolve and Morale for the `Long War', Michael J. Artelli
Sizing Mobility Readiness Spares Packages for Today's Warfighting Units, Christopher M. Beckley
Improved Hyperspectral Image Testing Using Synthetic Imagery and Factorial Designed Experiments, Joseph P. Bellucci
Class VIIIA Materiel: What Problems Were Encountered Transiting OIF Air Transshipment Nodes?, Jessica L. Buck
Analyzing the Interdiction of Sea-Borne Threats Using Simulation Optimization, Kristen L. Cavallaro
Critical Infrastructure Rebuild Prioritization Using Simulation Optimization, Namsuk Cho
Analysis of Army Transformation and the Effects on Customer Ordering Behavior, Joseph M. Colacicco
Feasibility Study of Variance Reduction in the Logistics Composite Model, George P. Cole III
Unreliable Retrial Queues in a Random Environment, James D. Cordeiro Jr.
Approximate Analysis of an Unreliable M/M/2 Retrial Queue, Brian P. Crawford
Quantification of Risk for USAF Fire and Emergency Services Flights as a Result of Shortage in Manpower, Timothy D. Dalby
Planning and Assessing Stability Operations: A Proposed Value-Focused Thinking Approach, Gerald D. Fensterer
A Layered Social and Operational Network Analysis, Jennifer L. Geffre
Developing Advanced Academic Degree Educational Profiles for Career Fields, Katherine J. Gentil
A Multivariate Magnitude Robust Control Chart for Mean Shift Detection and Change Point Estimation, Ryan M. Harrell
An Efficient Metaheuristic for Dynamic Network Design and Message Routing, Robert B. Hartlage
A Future-Based Risk Assessment for the Survivability of Long Range Strike Systems, William D. Heuck Jr.
The Viability of the Air Mobility Command Pure Pallet Program for US Army Reparable Retrograde Shipments, William L. Jackson Jr.
Updating Optimal Decisions Using Game Theory and Exploring Risk Behavior through Response Surface Methodology, Jeremy D. Jordan
Prioritizing Satellite Payload Selection via Optimization, Benjamin S. Kallemyn
Automatic Target Recognition User Interface Tool, David A. Kerns
Commercial Firm Training Practices versus Aerial Port Hazardous Cargo Frustration, Jill L. Maynard
A Decision Model for Selecting Energy Efficient Technologies for Low -Sloping Roof Tops Using Value-Focused Thinking, Michael J. McCourt
Determining Logistics Ground Support Manpower Requirements for a Reusable Military Launch Vehicle, Sydney C. Michalski
The Chaos of Katrina: A Nonlinear Analysis of Federal Logistics Support during Hurricane Katrina Relief Operations, Gerald W. Morris Jr.
Mathematical Programming Model for Fighter Training Squadron Pilot Scheduling, Thomas M. Newlon
Classifying Failing States, Nathan E. Nysether
A Multi-Objective Decision-Making Model for Resources Allocation in Humanitarian Relief, Seungbae Park
Optimizing Distribution Sensor Placement for Border Patrol Interdiction using Microsoft Excel, Adrian C. Patrascu
Patterns of War Termination: A Statistical Approach, Paul D. Robinson II
Examining Clandestine Social Networks for the Presence of Non-Random Structure, Joshua S. Seder
Hyperspectral Imagery Target Detection Using Improved Anomaly Detection and Signature Matching Methods, Timothy E. Smetek
A Value-Focused Thinking Model for the Selection of the Best Rigid Pavement, Partial-Depth Spall Repair Material, Benjamin G. Speer
An Analysis of Robust Workforce Scheduling Models for a Nurse Rostering Problem, Paul K. Tower
Search Techniques for Multi-Objective Optimization of Mixed Variable Systems having Stochastic Responses, Jennifer G. Walston
Commander and User Perceptions of the Army's ITV Architecture, Charles W. Ward
Change-Point Methods for Overdispersed Count Data, Brian A. Wilken
Theses/Dissertations from 2006
Modeling Urban Warfare: Joint Semi-Automated Forces in Urban Resolve, Alexander B. Anastasiou
Coalition Modeling In Humanitarian Assistance Operations, Sung Wan Bang
An Epidemiological Approach to Terrorism, Kjirstin A. Bentson
Optimal Periodic Inspection of a Stochastically Degrading System, Timothy B. Booher
Theory of Effectiveness Measurement, Richard K. Bullock
An Adaptive Tabu Search Heuristic for the Location Routing Pickup and Delivery Problem with Time Windows with a Theater Distribution Application, Robert E. Burks Jr.
BDA Enhancement Methodology using Situational Parameter Adjustments, Michael V. Carras Jr.
Hazardous Material Cargo Frustration at Military Aerial Ports of Embarkation, Niel E. Christensen
Improving Maintenance Data Collection via Point-of-Maintenance (POMX) Implementation, William D. Cone
Gauging the Commitment of Clandestine Group Members, Doneda D. Downs
Perceptions of the Pure Pallet Program, Michael T. Dye
Combining Quality of Service and Topology Control in Directional Hybrid Wireless Networks, Michael C. Erwin
Understanding Innovation Adoption in the Air Force, Morgan J. Evans
Optimizing Mean Mission Duration for Multiple-Payload Satellites, John A. Flory