Comparison of programmable legend keyboard and dedicated keyboard for control of the flight management computerA study is described which compares two types of input devices used to operate a flight management computer: a programmable legend (multifunction) keyboard and a conventional (dedicated) keyboard. Pilot performance measures, subjective responses, and a timeline analysis were used in evaluating the two keyboard concepts. A discussion of the factors to be considered in the implementation of a multifunction keyboard is included.
Document ID
19880022933
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Crane, Jean M. (Boeing Commercial Airplane Co. Seattle, WA, United States)
Boucek, George P., Jr. (Boeing Commercial Airplane Co. Seattle, WA, United States)
Smith, Wayne D. (Boeing Military Airplane Co. Wichita, KS, United States)