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Automating Satellite Range Scheduling, S. Michael Schalck
Automating Satellite Range Scheduling, S. Michael Schalck
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The objective of this study was to develop a computer based satellite range scheduling SRS algorithm to create a 24 hour satellite support schedule. The algorithms goal was to schedule as many satellite support requests as possible. An iterative heuristic approach was used to schedule satellite support requests in three successive sub problems. The first sub problem involves scheduling low altitude satellite support requests using a mixed integer programming approach. The next two sub problems each involve scheduling 12 hour blocks of medium and high altitude satellite support requests, again using a mixed integer programming approach. Fourteen 24 hour schedules …
Crew Scheduling Of Space Operations Squadrons (Sops), Marianne Idzi
Crew Scheduling Of Space Operations Squadrons (Sops), Marianne Idzi
Theses and Dissertations
The mission of Space Operations Squadrons is continuous support of military satellite systems. The scheduling problem associated with conducting continuous operations is threefold. The first problem is finding cyclical crew shift schedules that meet daily manning requirements, adhere to current regulations, contain a minimum number of workshift changes during consecutive duty days, and maximize the non-duty time allowed between duty shifts. The second problem is to establish a sea of criteria to evaluate alternative shift schedules. Finally, the third problem is to minimize the number of personnel required to meet the scheduling requirements stated in the first problem. This study …