JAMES J. GIBSON ON VISUAL PERCEPTION: ANALYSIS OF SELECTED PAPERS,

Abstract

This report presents a critical analysis of James J. Gibson's theory of visual perception and orientation in space. The more important papers of Gibson, his colleagues and critics, are discussed in relation to perceptual theory and the pilot's visual world. The report also includes an heretofore unpublished application of Gibson's theory to an important problem in training device design: J. J. Gibson and O. W. Smith, 'Sensory Cues and Dyanmic Distortion in a Helicopter Flight Simulator.' (Author)

Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Feb 01, 1964
Accession Number
AD0602283

Entities

People

  • Milton W. Horowitz

Tags

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Distortion
  • Education
  • Flight Simulators
  • Gamification
  • Helicopters
  • Orientation (Direction)
  • Perception
  • Simulators
  • Teaching Methods
  • Training
  • Training Devices
  • Visual Perception

Readers

  • Aviation Science / Aeronautics.
  • Military History
  • Theoretical Analysis.

Technology Areas

  • Space
  • Space - Spacecraft Maneuvers