Simulation Notes Europe, Volume 36(2), June 2026

Terrain Identification using Reaction-based Sensor Data in Simulation-driven Terrain-aware Military Logistics

Simulation Notes Europe SNE 36(2), 2026, 107-114
DOI: 10.11128/sne.36.tn.10777

Abstract

Military planning operations require navi-gating constantly changing environments. To support decision-makers, innovative concepts are essential for automatically generating effective solutions tailored to specific logistics operations. These tools aim to accelerate planning procedures, minimize risks, and reduce operating costs. This paper introduces a simulation-based optimization framework designed to enhance the mobility of military vehicles through terrain-aware navigation. It specifically examines a key component of the framework: terrain identification. This challenge is addressed using unsupervised methods, ensuring applicability even in unfamiliar operational settings. The experimental findings demonstrate promising results in identifying terrain characteristics, particularly in discerning surface waviness, slant, and curvature.