Impact of digital systems technology on man-vehicle systems researchThe present study, based on a NASA technology assessment, examines the effect of new technologies on trends in crew-systems design and their implications from the vantage point of man-vehicle systems research. Those technologies that are most relevant to future trends in crew-systems design are considered along with problems associated with the introduction of rapidly changing technologies and systems concepts from a human-factors point of view. The technologies discussed include information processing, displays and controls, flight and propulsion control, flight and systems management, air traffic control, training and simulation, and flight and resource management. The historical evolution of cockpit systems design is used to illustrate past and possible future trends in man-vehicle systems research.
Document ID
19840044002
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Bretoi, R. N. (NASA Ames Research Center Man-Vehicle Systems Research Div., Moffett Field, CA, United States)