Evolutionary computation methods for synchronization of effects based operations

Effects based operations (EBO) is a concept based on the premise that a desired strategic outcome can be achieved through synergistic, multiplicative, and cumulative application of the full range of military and nonmilitary capabilities. Such synergism requires synchronizing a large set of operations in order to achieve a set of effects. The synchronizer develops a set of alternative plans by solving a multi-objective optimization problem subject to several constraints. The EBO synchronization problem is also dynamic since planning is a continuous activity in a dynamically changing environment. In this paper, we describe the operational concept for EBO synchronization, the requirements for algorithms to perform synchronization, and some algorithmic steps toward constructing a synchronizer. Categories and Subject Descriptors: I.2.8 [Artificial Intelligence]: Problem Solving, Control Methods, and Search – Plan execution, formation, and generation General Terms: Algorithms

• Type: Conference
• Year: 2005
• Where: GECCO
• Authors: Jeffrey P. Ridder
• Keywords: EBO Synchronization, EBO Synchronization Problem, Effects Based Operations, GECCO 2005