Bad design can kill: Missile defense and user fatigue

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The article discusses the sinking of the Russian warship Moskva, which was struck by two Neptune missiles launched by Ukraine. The author argues that one of the reasons for the failure of the Russian defense system was the inability of the operators to focus on the radar screens for extended periods of time due to operational fatigue.

The author notes that Russian warships, including Moskva, have a tendency to be heavily reliant on manual systems, which can be prone to errors. They also have a rigid approach to navigation and operations, which can lead to mistakes. The author cites an example of a Russian warship that ran aground in the 2020s due to a manual navigation system.

The author suggests that the use of a “threat evaluation and weapons allocation” (TEWA) system could have helped to mitigate the effects of operational fatigue and improve the performance of the Russian defense system. Such systems use automation to detect threats and allocate resources, reducing the load on human operators and improving response times.

The author also notes that the Russian Navy’s reliance on manual systems makes it vulnerable to mistakes and errors, and that this is not unique to the Russian Navy, but rather a problem shared by many navies around the world. They conclude by stating that the sinking of Moskva serves as a wake-up call for all navies to prioritize the development of more automated and computer-based systems to improve performance and reduce the risk of operational fatigue.

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