17th NATO Operations Research & Analysis (OR&A) Conference: The Changing Character of Defence and Deterrence: The Power of Analysis.

Author(s): Dr. Barros Anna Isabel; Dr. Vincent Etienne; Timmons Spencer; Collins Sue  

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This special edition contains a selection of the papers that were presented at the 17th NATO Operations Research & Analysis (OR&A) Conference held at the Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory, Laurel, Maryland, USA, from 30 to 31 October 2023, including the one that was awarded the best full paper distinction.

Author(s): Tonsberg Even K.; Arnfinnsson Brynjar  

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If the Norwegian Armed Forces are to eliminate the need for fossil energy and fossil fuels, what are the technological possibilities? In what parts of the military is it relevant to apply the different technologies, and how will the technologies affect operational capabilities?

Author(s): Wllmes Laura; van Waas Rob  

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In the post-Cold-War world, US hegemony has been supported by economic strength, military might, and cultural dominance. However, in recent years, China is challenging it in nearly all aspects. China, with its huge population, industrial strength, and rising military strength, is very likely to further increase its power.

Author(s): Gallagher Mark; Comar Elizabeth; Sturgeon Stephen  

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BEAM was developed in response to the defense analytic community’s need to respond to our leaders, particularly to their questions about military strategy. Compared to campaign simulations, which model individual units and platforms, BEAM’s primary modeling entities are missions.