Measurement of network complexity and capability in command and control system

摘要

A concept of complexity of the Command and Control (C2) information system is introduced and an innovative approach of measuring network complexity is proposed compared with traditional network complexity computation methods. Complexity measurements, including connectivity, collaboration and redundancy, are proposed and computed. Then the complexity-based capability is discussed and studied. Finally, two case studies of an anti-aircraft defence C2 network and partial tank division network are carried out to illustrate the computation processes of the proposed network complexity and capability.