system and industrial engineering trade studies and ultillizing analytic hirachy process (AHP)

Task 1: NASA Trade Study Example

1) Objective:
a) Analyze a NASA trade study example related to selecting an engine system for a space craft.
b) Apply the AHP method to prioritize and select the most suitable engine.

2) Steps:
a) Problem Definition:

i) Describe the trade-off scenario (e.g., type of engine, existing or new, hint research large-
scale rocket motors; Aerojet, SPACEX, AVIO, Orbital ATK, Blue Orgin)

b) Criteria Identification:
i) Identify relevant criteria (e.g., environmental impact, cost, energy efficiency).

c) Pairwise Comparisons:
i) Create a matrix to compare criteria pairwise (using relative importance).

d) Weight Calculation:
i) Calculate criteria weights based on the matrix.

e) Alternative Evaluation:
i) Evaluate each fuel option against the criteria.

f) Ranking and Decision:
i) Determine the best option using AHP.