The aggregate level simulation protocol: an evolving system

The aggregate level simulation protocol (ALSP) concept was initiated by ARPA in January 1990, the first laboratory demonstration took place in January 1991, and the first fielding in support of a major military exercise took place in July 1992. Since then, the ALSP confederation of models has grown from the original two members to six. In support of this growing confederation, the ALSP Infrastructure Software (AIS) has evolved from its fundamental functionality to the current focus on improved confederation management and performance. This paper describes the evolution of the AIS from the initial prototype to the present, emphasizing the discovery of new requirements and how they were accommodated.