Human Factors Problems in Land Combat Missile Systems-Preliminary Analysis and Prognosis,
Abstract
This is a preliminary survey of human factors engineering problems common in current Army weapon systems. The scope of the investigation includes direct and indirect fire missile systems for both surface-to-surface and air-to-surface applications. The problem areas are analyzed from the standpoint of remedial action, including equipment modification, concept changes, potential benefits of human operator selection and training, and anticipated advances in the state of the art by the mid-1980's. The format for presenting the information includes a description of the problem, its current impact on system effectiveness, and possible alternative methods of alleviating the problem by the 1980's. The general conclusion of the study is that advances in equipment design technology are more likely to solve current human factors problems (and create others) than are changes in human capabilities and limitations in the near future. (Author)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jul 11, 1968
- Accession Number
- AD0843465
Entities
People
- Emilie N. Rappoport
- Gerald Chaikin