Article ID Journal Published Year Pages File Type
488752 Procedia Computer Science 2015 11 Pages PDF
Abstract

This paper will produce three areas of discussion in the field of cost estimation for unmanned autonomous systems. First, this paper will propose a common definition of an Unmanned Autonomous system. Second, it will introduce a method to estimate the cost of unmanned autonomous systems utilizing existing parametric cost estimation tools: SEER – HDR, COCOMO II, COSYSMO, and two relationships – weight and performance. The third discussion will focus on challenges surrounding autonomy. To address these challenges from a cost perspective, this paper recommends modifications to parameters within COCOMO II – via the use of object oriented function points in lieu of current methods, and COSYSMO – via the introduction of two cost driving parameters, namely, TVED and HRI-T. Finally, in summary this paper will identify areas of further research.

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