Theses/Dissertations from 2006
Optimizing Mean Mission Duration for Multiple-Payload Satellites, John A. Flory
Review of the Joint Capability Integration and Development System (JCIDS) and the National Security Space Acquisition Process (NSSAP), Joyce A. Gamache
A Risk Assessment Methodology for Divesting Military Capabilities to Allied Nations, Jason A. Gastelum
Analysis of Layered Social Networks, Jonathan T. Hamill
Classification Characteristics of Carbon Nanotube Polymer Composite Chemical Vapor Detectors, Huynh A. Hinshaw
Modeling Network Centric Warfare (NCW) With the System Effectiveness Analysis Simulation (SEAS), Jason B. Honabarger
Assessing Resource Value and Relationships between Objectives in Effects-Based Operations, Robert D. Jones
An Exploratory Case Study of Information-Sharing and Collaboration within Air Force Supply Chain Management, Wendy S. Kierpiec
Comparison of Variance-to-Mean Ratio Methods for Repairables Inventory Management, Lisa J. Mahon
Implementing Reliability-Centered Maintenance Analysis in A revised Preventive Maintenance Program for the F-15, Michael H. Martin
Modeling a Reparable Supply Chain and Applying CPFR Concepts, Sandra A. Mayhall
Factors Affecting the Transfer of Basic Combat Skills Training in the Air Force, Rodney E. McCraine
Reducing Uncertainty in Effects-Based Operations, Wilburn B. McLamb
Analysis of Patient Information: An Empirical Modeling Approach, Tony A. Murphy
A Multi-Pass Construction Heuristic for the Aggregated Airlift Problem, Stephen T. O'Leary
Improving Intercontinental Ballistic Missile Maintenance Scheduling Through the Use of Location Analysis Methodologies, Dale L. Overholts II
Hazardous Materials Transportation: A Meta-Analysis of State Level Policy and Regulations, David J. Pastika
Factors and Interactions That Affect Air Force C-17 Aircraft Mission Capable Rates, Scotty A. Pendley
Access Based Cost Estimation for Beddown Analysis, Jasper E. Pennington
Discrete event simulation Model of the Ground Maintenance Operations Cycle of a Reusable Launch Vehicle, John T. Pope III
Algebra of Tankers, Margaret M. Romero
Using Agent-Based Modeling to Search for Elusive Hiding Targets, Jeffrey E. Rucker
Reliability of Systems Using Event Occurrence Networks, Gregory M. Steeger
A Discrete Event Simulation Model for Evaluating Air Force Reusable Military Launch Vehicle Prelaunch Operations, Adam T. Stiegelmeier
Optimization of a Multi-Echelon Repair System via Generalized Pattern Search with Ranking and Selection: A Computational Study, Derek D. Tharaldson
Strategic Airlift En Route Analysis to Support the Global War on Terrorism Using a Value Focused Thinking Approach, MaryKathryn W. Tharaldson
A Methodology for Performing Effects-Based Assessments, Benjamin A. Thoele
Headquarters Air Force Material Command Customer Relationship Study, Damelsa D. White
Theses/Dissertations from 2005
Combat Identification with Sequential Observations, Rejection Option, and Out-of-Library Targets, Timothy W. Albrecht
An Analysis into the Effectiveness of Aircraft Maintenance under the Combat Wing Structure, Derrick R. Barthol
Feasibility Study of Variance Reduction in the THUNDER Campaign-Level Model, Earl M. Bednar
Pick-up and Delivery: A Comparison of Functional Alignments and the Impact on Customer Service and Vehicle Operator Utilization, Shawn K. Booher
Optimization Model for Base-Level Delivery Routes and Crew Scheduling, Young-Ho Cha
Analysis of Online-Delaunay Navigation for Time Sensitive Targeting, David Chow
Developing New Multidimensional Knapsack Heuristics Based on Empirical Analysis of Legacy Heuristics, Yong Kun Cho
Modeling and Analysis of Clandestine Networks, Clinton R. Clark
Optimal Maintenance for Stochastically Degrading Satellite Constellations, Timothy J. Cook
Minimizing Security Forces Response Times through the use of Facility Location Methodologies, Michael C. Dawson
On the Use of Surrogate Functions for Mixed Variable Optimization of Simulated Systems, John E. Dunlap
Comparing Management Approaches for Automatic Test Systems: A Strategic Missile Case Study, William C. Ford
Output Analysis and Comparison of Deployment Models with Varying Fidelity, Matthew M. Gill
Stochastic Capability Models for Degrading Satellite Constellations, Cole W. Gulyas
Air Force JP-8 Fuel Distribution System: A Statistical Analysis to Determine Where and When to Sample, Eric J. Heath
Modeling Transnational Terrorists' Center of Gravity: An Elements of Influence Approach, Cheryl L. Hetherington
Evaluating Management Strategies for Automated Test Systems/Equipment (ATS/E): An F-15 Case Study, Jeremy A. Howe
Comparing F-16 Maintenance Scheduling Philosophies, Konstantinos Iakovidis
Advanced Academic Degree Inventory Management (AADIM) Model, Andrew D. Jastrzembski
Using Value-Focused Thinking to Evaluate the Practicality of Ground-Source Heat Pumps at Military Installations, Jimmy J. Jeoun
Optimization of Automatic Target Recognition with a Reject Option Using Fusion and Correlated Sensor Data, Trevor I. Laine
A Case Study of the Degree of Collaboration between Various Levels in the Reparable Chain in the United States Air Force, Robert A. Lee
Study on the Air Force's Ability to Field Senior Logistics Readiness Officers Experienced in Fuels Management, Keith A. Lewis
Categorizing High Energy Laser Effects for the Joint Munitions Effectiveness Manual, James A. Markham
Estimating Resource Requirements to Support Multi-Echelon F-15E Deployments, David R. Maxwell
An Approach for Optimizing the On-Orbit Servicing Architecture for the Space-Based Radar Constellation, Michael L. McConnell
A Capacitated Facility Location Approach for the Tanker Employment Problem, Jeffrey R. Miller
An Investigation of the Effects of Correlation and Autocorrelation in Classifier Fusion with Non-Declarations, Frank M. Mindrup
Examining the Impact of Quality Assurance Manning Practices in USAF Aircraft Maintenance Units, Terry D. Moore
Selection and Application of Distorted Risk Measures, Edwin J. Offutt
A Multiple-Case Analysis of Lean Six Sigma Deployment and Implementation Strategies, Peter M. O'Rourke
Determining PACAF Transportation Alternatives to the General Purpose Vehicle, Andrew H. Pate
An Examination of Reverse Logistics Factors Impacting the 463-L Pallet Program, Andrew J. Peterson
Optimal Sampling of a Chemical Hazard Area, Jennifer R. Plourde
Investigating the Complexities of Nation-building: A Sub-national Regional Perspective, Matthew J. Robbins
Strategic Airlift En Route Analysis and Considerations to Support the Global War on Terrorism, Michael C. Sere
Using Depot Inventory Position to Determine Transportation Mode of Retrograde Reparable Assets, Edward C. Snow Jr.
A Knowledge Matrix Modeling of the Intelligence Cycle, Kevin J. Whaley
Theses/Dissertations from 2004
Extending the Aircraft Availability Model to a Constrained Depot Environment Using Activity-Based Costing and the Theory of Constraints, Gerardo H. Acosta Voegeli
Effects of Uncertainty on Real World Aerospace Mission Data, Steven J. Barosko
Development Approaches Coupled with Verification and Validation Methodologies for Agent-Based Mission-Level Analytical Combat Simulations, Lance E. Champagne
Age Replacement and Service Rate Control of Stochastically Degrading Queues, Patrick S. Chapin
An Investigation of the Optimal Sensor Ensemble for Sensor Fusion, Paul P. Clemans
Improving the Estimation of Military Worth of the Advanced Tactical Laser through Simulation Aggregation, Michael T. Cook
Hybrid Stochastic Models for Remaining Lifetime Prognosis, Steven M. Cox
Agent Based Simulation Seas Evaluation of DoDAF Architecture, Gregory V. DeStefano
Location Optimization of Continental United States Strip Alert Sites Supporting Homeland Defense, Jon A. Eberlan
Analytical Results for a Single-Unit System Subject To Markovian Wear and Shocks, Daniel E. Finkelstein
Benefits from Funding the MSD Engineering List: A Fiscal Year 1999 Case Study, David L. Gehrich
Mitigating Growth Cost for Mobility Readiness Spares Packages, Stephen D. Gray
Comparative Functional Analysis of Air Force and Commercially Available Transportation Information Management Systems, Patrick S. Holland
A Demand Side Requirements Model to Forecast C-17 Mobility Aircraft Availability, Joseph R. Huscroft Jr.
Analysis of the Current Air Force-Specific Status of Resources and Training System (SORTS) Reporting System, Tia A. Jordan
An Analysis of Depot Repair Capacity as a Criterion in Transportation Mode Selection in the Retrograde Movement of Reparable Assets, Harold M. Kahler
Analysis of Air Force Compliance with Executive Order 13149, John C. Kirkwood
An Investigation of the Effects of Correlation, Autocorrelation, and Sample Size in Classifier Fusion, Nathan J. Leap
Air Force Materiel Command: A Survey of Performance Measures, Marcia Leonard
A Performance Evaluation of a Lean Reparable Pipeline in Various Demand Environments, Melvin E. Maxwell Jr.
Reusable Space Vehicle Ground Operations Baseline Conceptual Model, Dennis R. Maynard and Patricia Pettit
Decision Analysis with Value Focused Thinking as a Methodology to Assess Air Force Officer Retention Alternatives, Sang-Ho Moon
Prepositioned Trailers for Aircraft Battle Damage Support, Scott M. Murray
Modeling and Simulation of the Military Intelligence Process, Carl R. Pawling
Value-Focused Thinking in the Presence of Weight Ambiguity: A Solution Technique Using Monte Carlo Simulation, Timothy W. Porter
An Analysis of the Impact of Base Support Resources on the Availability of Air Mobility Command Aircraft, Christian E. Randall
Modeling and Analysis of Post-Conflict Reconstruction, Damon B. Richardson
Supply Chain Management in Humanitarian Relief Logistics, William K. Rodman
A Value Focused Thinking Model for the Development and Selection of Electrical Energy Source Alternatives at Military Installations, Gregory T. Schanding
Effects of Duty Schedule Variance and Overtime on the Job Satisfaction and Turnover Intentions of USAF F-16 Crew Chiefs, Michael J. Shellhamer
The Operational Impact of Mobility Readiness Spares Package Configuration During Operation Iraqi Freedom, Dianna Smith
Phase-Type Approximations for Wear Processes in A Semi-Markov Environment, Christopher J. Solo
Pattern Search Ranking and Selection Algorithms for Mixed-Variable Optimization of Stochastic Systems, Todd A. Sriver
Aggregation Techniques to Characterize Social Networks, Sara E. Sterling