Concept of operations

About: Concept of operations is a research topic. Over the lifetime, 964 publications have been published within this topic receiving 6845 citations. The topic is also known as: CONOPS.

Use of vector diagnostics during military deployments: recent experience in Iraq and Afghanistan.

Abstract: Vector-borne diseases such as malaria, dengue, and leishmaniasis are a threat to military forces deployed outside of the United States. The availability of specific information on the vector-borne disease threat (e.g., presence or absence of a specific disease agent, temporal and geographic distribution of competent vectors, and vector infection rates) allows for effective implementation of appropriate measures to protect our deployed military forces. Vector diagnostics can provide critical, real-time information crucial to establishing effective vector prevention/control programs. In this article we provide an overview of current vector diagnostic capabilities, evaluate the use of vector diagnostics in Operation Enduring Freedom and Operation Iraqi Freedom, and discuss the concept of operations under which vector diagnostics are employed.

Space Traffic Management with a NASA UAS Traffic Management (UTM) Inspired Architecture

Abstract: Space is becoming increasingly congested as the number of on-orbit satellites and debris objects continues to grow. Space traffic management (STM) is critical for ensuring that the expanding orbital population operates safely and efficiently, avoiding collisions and radio-frequency interference while still facilitating widespread space operations. Recent events such as the FCC approval of SpaceX’s ~12,000 satellite constellation, the signing of Space Policy Directive 3 (which moves Space Situational Awareness responsibilities away from the Department of Defense and to a civil agency), and the growth in rideshare and small launch vehicles illustrate the rapidly changing nature of this domain. This paper will describe the concept of operations (ConOps) for a civilian STM research initiative, which has been developed from previous NASA work to enable safe operation of small unmanned aircraft systems. The STM ConOps proposes an architecture to enable efficient data sharing and coordination between participants to facilitate safe spaceflight operations. It is designed to utilize and promote the emerging field of commercial STM services, as a complement to existing government-provided STM services. The concept envisions a phased evolution that would gradually integrate additional capabilities, proposing a first phase architecture and tentative plans for a broader system. Work towards developing an STM research and prototyping platform is also discussed.

A concept of operations for contingency medical care on the International Space Station.

Abstract: The U.S.-based health care system of the International Space Station (ISS) provides the resources to care for an in-flight medical contingency. The current system was designed for use in conjunction with a return vehicle possessing medical capabilities that would allow rapid and safe transport of an ill or injured crew member to a terrestrial medical facility. Because plans for such a vehicle have been indefinitely delayed, a mismatch has been created between the limited onboard medical capabilities and the current mission profile. This has driven the medical concept of operations to one in which as many medical conditions as possible must be treated on orbit, with return to Earth delayed or avoided. This article describes this proposed new plan, the implementation of which will require numerous changes to the medical system, including modifications to training practices, treatment guidelines, diagnostic and therapeutic resources, and informatics.

Effects of Continuous Operations (CONOPS) on Soldier and Unit Performance: Review of the Literature and Strategies for Sustaining the Soldier in CONOPS

Abstract: : Two chapters submitted in a special study of Army conduct of continuous operations contain a detailed review of the literature on effects of sleep deprivation and requirements for sustained performance on the ability of soldiers to conduct continuous operations. Subjects covered include: adaptation to restricted sleep, effects of fragmented sleep, sleep timing, importance of sleep stages, circadian rhythms, effects of age, wearing chemical protective clothing, the nature of optimum alertness. Also covered are short descriptions of soldier sustained. The second chapter contains a detailed list of human factors principles and recommendations for sustaining performance of soldiers in continuous operations (CONOPS) and includes coverage of topics like: training and preparation for CONOPS; sleep scheduling, recovery sleep concepts, work/rest scheduling, naps and sleep discipline, sleep-inducing drugs for use in long range deployments, alertness sustaining drugs for use in CONOPS, lightning the soldier's load, nutrition, and physical fitness for military tasks.

City-ATM — Demonstration of Traffic Management in Urban Airspace in case of bridge inspection

Abstract: The project City-ATM, launched by the German Aerospace Center in January 2018, aims to integrate new airspace users, such as unmanned aerial vehicles or air taxis, into uncontrolled airspace. For this purpose, an air traffic management and traffic flow control concept is developed, which aims at uncontrolled airspace up to 2500ft above ground (today‘s airspace G) including urban areas. The status quo of numerous initiatives and regulations at European level is taken into account and integrated into the conceptual work. In addition to airspace and traffic flow management concepts, also a CNS concept (Communication, Navigation and Surveillance) is developed to provide a robust communication, navigation and monitoring infrastructure. Furthermore also technical and operational aspects are considered. Doing so, a CONOPS (Concept of Operations) is defined, prototypically implemented as a basic system, serving as a basis for validation and demonstration of the City ATM concept by means of flight tests. In the development process, the work and trials are also analyzed and evaluated with regard to their risk. Based on the developed concepts, a first demonstration platform for an urban ATM was setup. It is based on the use case “bridge inspection” (as support only partial aspects of a bridge inspection were considered) with several drones in a limited area. With the expertise of the individual stakeholders in the various subject areas, services from the area of flight planning (strategic flight planning and geo-fencing), registration and identification (E-Reg / Ident), tracking and tactical conflict detection were brought together in one test system. In addition, the technical feasibility is always respected. Based on several flight tests, the current system is being tested ongoing and demonstrated in an urban area.