A STUDY OF THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN MILITARY EQUIPMENT DESIGN AND OPERATOR EFFICIENCY,
Abstract
It was found that the relationship between product appearance and operator efficiency, expressed as 'function,' exists on a subjective level as a Gestalt and can be best satisfied by industrial design. Appearance factors cannot be thought of as individual 'bits' with discrete meanings which can be applied to build a more complex meaning. Work in determining criteria of acceptance by the Quartermaster Corps could provide a foundation both for a study of the psychophysical effects of appearance factors and for evaluating experimental configuration designs, the results of which would provide guidance for the industrial designer. A more comprehensive type of industrial design, with a background in aesthetics, economics, sociology, psychology and engineering, provides an excellent combination for optimizing the design of military equipment.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Dec 15, 1960
- Accession Number
- AD0616711
Entities
People
- John F. Christian
Organizations
- United States Army Engineer Research and Development Laboratory