Fractal Effects in Lanchester Models of Combat
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Lanchester’s Equations are one of the most misunderstood and misused models of combat, yet they remain in widespread use as the combat mechanism behind many simulation systems. Previous work by the author examined the impact of a fractal distribution of forces on Lanchester’s theory of combat. The present work extends that examination to conceptual issues regarding interpretation of Lanchester's Equations and to additional parameters beyond those examined previously.
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