Modeling and simulation on the earliest launch time of ship-to-air missile of warship formation in cooperative air-defense

The earliest launch time of ship-to-air missile (SAM) is an important indicator to intercept the target. The calculation model under formation condition is more complex than that of a single ship. This paper analyzed the constraint conditions that affected the kill and launch zone of SAM on the base of anti-missile process of warship formation, built calculation models on the earliest launch time of SAM, and the results were analyzed. The results show that position configuration of ships and target orientations have obvious impact on the earliest launch time of SAM. The commander should draw up a highly active and rational plan based on the different battlefield situations to develop the maximal potential of SAM.