The Role of Computers in Handling Aerospace Systems Human Factors Task Data

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Title
The Role of Computers in Handling Aerospace Systems Human Factors Task Data
Date
1965
Index Abstract
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Not Needed
Report Number
AMRL TR 65-206
Creator
Whiteman, Irvin R.
Corporate Author
Computer Concepts, Incorporated
Laboratory
Aerospace Medical Research Laboratories
Extent
186
Identifier
AD0631182
Access Rights
Distribution of this document is unlimited
Distribution Classification
1
Contract
AF 33(615)-1557
DoD Project
1710
DoD Task
171006
DTIC Record Exists
No
Distribution Change Authority Correspondence
None
Distribution Conflict
No
Abstract
The characteristics of a computer based data system for handling human factors task information generated in support of advanced system development are described. On the basis of information gathered from users and generators of data at representative Government and contractor installations, the current and potential uses of computers were assessed to determine the desirable characteristics for a computerized human factors task data handling system. The proposed data handling system will assist the human factors specialist and system design engineers in the design and development of systems by providing them with means for: (1) drawing them closer to the data through a user-oriented system, (2) comparing data generated throughout the life-cycle of an advanced system and across systems, (3) analyzing data and conducting man-machine simulations, and (4) insuring that data are made available on a selective query and a timely basis. These objectives are met within the framework of a data system concept referred to as CENTRAL. The functions of CENTRAL are: (1) data storage and retrieval, (2) data processing, (3) computer program maintenance, and (4) system operational manual maintenance.
Report Availability
Full text available
Date Issued
1965-12
Provenance
RAF Centre of Aviation Medicine
Type
report
Format
1 online resource
Media
AMRLTR65-206.pdf