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

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.

1979 ◽  
Vol 23 (1) ◽  
pp. 574-575
Author(s):  
H. McIlvaine Parsons ◽  
Robert C. Williges ◽  
Donald A. Topmiller ◽  
Edward R. Jones ◽  
Hal W. Hendrick ◽  
...  

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.


1974 ◽  
Vol 18 (5) ◽  
pp. 604-623 ◽  
Author(s):  
James W. Kuhr ◽  
Leonard W. Tobias

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.


1986 ◽  
Vol 30 (13) ◽  
pp. 1306-1310 ◽  
Author(s):  
Brett A. Storey

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.


1977 ◽  
Vol 21 (6) ◽  
pp. 528-531
Author(s):  
Thomas B. Malone ◽  
Phillip J. Andrews ◽  
Warren Lewis ◽  
James McGuinness

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.


1985 ◽  
Vol 29 (5) ◽  
pp. 499-503
Author(s):  
Thomas G. O'Brien

The paper summarizes current test and evaluation methods employed by the US Army. The role of human factors in weapons systems acquisition is discussed along with the author's perspective on problems related to the test and evaluation process. Utilization of human performance operational test data to improve the human-materiel interface before type classification or transition into the next phase of development is of particular concern. The paper suggests an alternative to current methods which would combine engineering and operational testing to address both technical and operational system critical issues.


Author(s):  
William F. Moroney ◽  
Brian M. Anderson ◽  
Jennifer I. Soest

During the period from November 1995 through October 1996, the Placement Service of the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society distributed announcements describing 195 positions available for human factors engineers and ergonomics professionals. This paper describes placement opportunities for HFE and ergonomics professionals in industry, government/military and consulting positions (N=162), while an overview of all advertised positions, and a description of academic (N=8) and internship positions (N=25) is provided in Part I (Moroney, Proulx & Parker, 1997). The attributes of the position descriptions examined include: degree requirements, major field of study, industrial sector, areas of expertise, required work experience, salary, geographic location, job description and skills required. Fifty-seven percent of the positions describe the masters degree as the minimum requirement, with 18% of the opportunities in the consulting sector. The area of expertise most frequently requested (69%) was HCI, with test and evaluation (specifically usability testing) being specified for 44% of the positions. The most frequently cited (35%) primary area of responsibility was interface design.


1986 ◽  
Vol 30 (13) ◽  
pp. 1311-1315
Author(s):  
Gregory S. Krohn

The Fort Hood Field Unit of the U.S. Army Research Institute for the Behavioral and Social Sciences (ARI) provided support to the TRADOC Combined Arms Test Activity (TCATA) conduct of the Follow-On Evaluation (FOE) of the M9 ACE. The FOE was conducted at Fort Hood, Texas over a 15-week period from March through June 1985, by TCATA for the U.S. Army Operational Test and Evaluation Agency (USAOTEA). This paper describes the human factors assessment support and findings provided to the evaluation by ARI. The primary objective of the assessment was to identify human factors engineering (man-machine) deficiencies that distract from M9 operational effectiveness and maintainability.


1974 ◽  
Vol 18 (3) ◽  
pp. 343-349 ◽  
Author(s):  
Edward L. Holshouser

Department of Defense (DOD) Directive 5000.1 of 13 July 1971 provides direction for Test and Evaluation (T&E) of major weapon systems. In addition, there are Navy unique T&E requirements which must be satisfied. A Human Factors Engineering (HFE) test and evaluation concept has been proposed for implementation by the Naval Air Systems Command. The proposed T&E concept will make explicit the interface among the test and evaluation activities so that the role of HFE can be realistically implemented and managed during system acquisition. The HFE T&E concept will specifically address the developmental and operational tests designed to provide HFE data for answering the Defense System Acquisition Review Council (DSARC) milestones for evolving systems. The concept also features a HFE information system which will serve as a focal point and feedback network for use by personnel needing information or data on some element in the evaluation of a particular weapon system.


1980 ◽  
Vol 24 (1) ◽  
pp. 549-551
Author(s):  
Charles W. Geer ◽  
William F. Moroney

The manual is essentially a compilation of Test and Evaluation Techniques. In preparing the manual a wide range of techniques were considered. However, only those which could readily be applied in the T&E environment were included. The manual is intended to serve as a source document which will be updated as new techniques evolve.


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