Symposium: Human Factors Engineering for the Air Force; A Complete Examination

1979 ◽  
Vol 23 (1) ◽  
pp. 574-575
Author(s):  
H. McIlvaine Parsons ◽  
Robert C. Williges ◽  
Donald A. Topmiller ◽  
Edward R. Jones ◽  
Hal W. Hendrick ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Human Factors ◽  
Air Force ◽  
Human Factors Engineering ◽  
Research Development ◽  
Test And Evaluation ◽  
Force Systems

This symposium will review the technical findings of an Air Force-contractor study that comprehensively examined the needs of human factors engineering in the research, development, test-and-evaluation and operations process for Air Force systems. A nine-month team effort concluded in September 1979 constituted one of the most intensive and extensive inquiries into the human factors field that has been undertaken.

Timely Application of Advanced Human Factors Test and Evaluation Techniques during the Acquisition of New Air Force Systems

1983 ◽  
Vol 27 (7) ◽  
pp. 581-583
Author(s):  
Michael L. Frazier
Keyword(s):  
Human Factors ◽  
Air Force ◽  
Human Performance ◽  
Performance Criteria ◽  
Test And Evaluation ◽  
Proposed Model ◽  
Force Systems ◽  
High Level ◽  
Advanced System ◽  
Evaluation Techniques

To ensure that all major Air Force systems are subject to adequate human factors examination, the dependence on data-free critical analysis concerning system (and human) performance should be kept to a minimum during testing. Human factors test and evaluators (T&Eers) require the timely application of state-of-the-art (SOA) test and evaluation (T&E) techologies to keep pace with advanced system design. The Air Force needs to establish high-level policies directing human factors technology to ensure there are: 1) SOA T&E procedures, models and techniques; 2) appropriate human performance criteria; 3) current specifications, standards and handbooks; 4) qualified and trained T&Eers 5) SOA T&E instrumentation and equipment, and 6) SOA T&E software. A proposed model for transfer of human factors technologies for test and evaluation is presented.

Human Factors Engineering Aspects of Satellite Communication Systems

1974 ◽  
Vol 18 (5) ◽  
pp. 604-623 ◽  
Author(s):  
James W. Kuhr ◽  
Leonard W. Tobias
Keyword(s):  
Human Factors ◽  
Communication Systems ◽  
Satellite Communication ◽  
System Development ◽  
Digital Data ◽  
Human Factors Engineering ◽  
Test And Evaluation ◽  
Function Allocation ◽  
Future System ◽  
Military Procurement

Development of satellite communication systems for military use involves human factors engineering in such new areas as digital data handling and computer assistance, besides the well-known areas: function allocation, task analysis, control and display arrangement, workplace layout and personnel subsystem test and evaluation. This paper deals with contributions made during definition, design and verification of the Air Force Satellite Communication System and associated Navy and Army versions. The description of system development provides an up-to-date case study of human factors engineering problems in a military procurement setting. Recommendations are made concerning future system planning.

Human Factors Engineering Simulation Methodology

1986 ◽  
Vol 30 (13) ◽  
pp. 1306-1310 ◽  
Author(s):  
Brett A. Storey
Keyword(s):  
Human Factors ◽  
Dynamic Simulation ◽  
Human Factors Engineering ◽  
Human Engineering ◽  
Simulation Research ◽  
Test And Evaluation ◽  
Simulation Techniques ◽  
Simulation Evaluation ◽  
Evaluation Techniques ◽  
Intended Use

This report describes a methodology of simulation research which is designed to accomplish requirements of a human factors engineering simulation, plan. This approach, accompanied by detailed test plans and schedules will fulfill the data item DI-H-7052 (Human Engineering Dynamic Simulation Plan) for intended use of dynamic simulation techniques in support of human engineering analysis, design support and test and evaluation. This methodology will cover the need for dynamic simulation, evaluation techniques, procedures and guidelines, and the behavioral, subjective and physiological methods recommended for use in human engineering evaluations.

Human Factors Engineering Technology Integration into the Naval Ship Acquisition Process

1977 ◽  
Vol 21 (6) ◽  
pp. 528-531
Author(s):  
Thomas B. Malone ◽  
Phillip J. Andrews ◽  
Warren Lewis ◽  
James McGuinness
Keyword(s):  
Human Factors ◽  
Systems Engineering ◽  
Human Factors Engineering ◽  
Training Design ◽  
Design Work ◽  
Acquisition Process ◽  
Study Approach ◽  
Test And Evaluation ◽  
Surface Ship ◽  
Machine Systems

A Navy surface ship represents one of the most complex man-machine systems in existence today. Performance capabilities of personnel required in the propulsion systems, weapon systems, command-control systems, operations systems, supply systems and auxiliary systems should demand that human factors engineering (HFE) receive primary consideration in the design of ships. And yet there is no formal HFE program for ship acquisition. HFE responsibilities are not integrated with each other or with ship systems engineering efforts. There is little or no standardization of HFE methods and data beyond that provided in the design work study approach. Finally, HFE has no formal status within the ship acquisition process. The Navy Sea Systems Command recently moved to correct these problems in implementation of HFE for ships. A ship HFE technology program has been established which has as its primary objectives the integration of available applicable HFE techniques, methods, principles and data into the ship acquisition process. The effort to integrate HFE technology into the ship acquisition process began with a definition of the process itself, with emphasis on the specific events and milestones within the process. The next step entailed identification of HFE requirements appropriate for each event. HFE requirements were described in terms of activities to be completed and products to be provided to the ship design effort. HFE requirements were developed for five major functional areas: manning and training, design for operability, design for maintainability, design for habitability, and test and evaluation. After identification of HFE requirements in each of these areas, determinations were made of the degree to which available HFE technologies were appropriate to satisfy the requirements. HFE technologies consisted of HFE principles, data, methods and techniques which have been reported in the HFE literature. These technology assessments represented the best estimates of the research team concerning the applicability of available technologies for specific HFE requirements.

Human Factors in Support of the Coast Guard Advanced Marine Vessels Test and Evaluation Effort

1983 ◽  
Vol 27 (7) ◽  
pp. 584-588
Author(s):  
D. Todd Jones
Keyword(s):  
Human Factors ◽  
Surface Effect ◽  
Research Effort ◽  
Coast Guard ◽  
Human Factors Engineering ◽  
Technical Data ◽  
Test And Evaluation ◽  
Engineered Systems ◽  
Wetted Area ◽  
Marine Vessels

During the past two (2) years the U. S. Coast Guard's Office of Research and Development has conducted numerous operational evaluations of “advanced marine vessels” (AMV). Among these are: Small Wetted Area Twin Hull (SWATH); Hydrofoil; and Surface Effect Ships (SES). This paper outlines the broad-based human factors RDT&E effort to support Coast Guard AMV test and evaluation needs to: Improve existing AMV vessel designs and vessel systems through Human Factors Engineered systems designs, Examine and assess AMV concepts and key subsystems to determine man/ machine problems and possible solutions, Develop, if necessary, new capabilities to monitor, control, and correct Human Factors Engineering problems uncovered during further AMV tests and evaluations, and Test and evaluate new and existing AMVs and technology systems and subsystems to determine their impact on the man/ machine interface. The generation and distribution of new and available HFE technical data to the AMV T&E team (and vessel designers/ users) as necessary, aid to the AMV T&E team (and the user) in the integration of HFE technology to the AMV end product represent key deliverables of this research effort. This research does not address a single marine vehicle, system concept, or Coast Guard program, but is structured to provide the framework for identifying, developing, assessing, and disseminating human factors technology in support of the AMV test and evaluation program. Current research efforts and results will be discussed.

Test and Evaluation of an Air Force Non-Developmental Item (NDI) Computer System

1988 ◽  
Vol 32 (17) ◽  
pp. 1162-1165
Author(s):  
Robert Simon ◽  
Martha A. Schmidt ◽  
Nancy Courville
Keyword(s):  
Air Force ◽  
System Development ◽  
System Level ◽  
Human Factors Engineering ◽  
Standard View ◽  
Test And Evaluation ◽  
Performance Requirements ◽  
Computer Based ◽  
Commercial Off The Shelf ◽  
And Control

The Air Force is fielding a computer-based command and control system to support fighter base mission requirements. The acquisition strategy for this system was to purchase it as a Non-Developmental Item (NDI). Since the hardware and software were in the Air Force inventory, it was determined that system development was not necessary. Initial implementation and installation occurred without system-level specifications or performance requirements. This paper presents the results of a Human Factors Engineering evaluation of the system from three perspectives: an Expert's view, a Military Standard view, and a User's view. Two primary lessons resulted from the evaluation: First, the multi-perspective evaluation technique is valuable and highly recommended for use in other HFE evluations. Second, the purchase of NDI or commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) items should be viewed from the systems perspective, i.e., even though subsystems may be NDI, the system may be developmental.

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