Exploration of Soldier Morale Using Multi-mode Simulation Approach

doi:10.16182/j.issn1004731x.joss.18-FZ0515

Abstract

Abstract: Soldier morale is a complex social construction influenced by factors at multiple levels and integrates many research domains. This research seeks to explore, model, and simulate soldier morale at multiple levels of analysis. Microcosmically Agent-Based Modeling method is used to reflect the interaction among fighters and the course of affecting morale,Macrocosmically SD method is used to reflect the influence of the tactical psychology on morale and the whole war in the counter-combat process. The developed sample case scenario pertained to US security efforts against insurgency in Afghanistan in 2007. The scenario includes representation of the patrol base operations serving as a platform for calibration and exploration of factors affecting soldier morale, the developed proof-of-concept simulation model used for testing the effect of both size of patrol base and violence level on soldier morale.

Key words: soldier morale, multi-method simulation, system dynamics, agent-based modeling

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Zhang Yongsheng, Xiong Zhengxiang. Exploration of Soldier Morale Using Multi-mode Simulation Approach[J]. Journal of System Simulation, 2019, 31(12): 2740-2749.

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