A modeling and simulation approach for support network considering multi-service flows

Under the integrated joint operations background, the support system is required to exchange logistics and information flow with the environment more accurately, rapidly and frequently. The equipment support system has gradually evolved to the network structure due to the versatile mission requirements. This paper focuses on developing a simulation model for the support network covering influences of multi-service flows on network node states. Based on the characteristics of equipment supply support and maintenance support, a network model including support nodes and demand nodes is established. A new modeling and simulation method of support system is designed. Discrete event simulation method and process interaction simulation strategy are used to study the performance variation of equipment support network, and the results show that it is efficient. This modeling and simulation approach has certain value for the further study on Network-centric equipment support system.