A Methodology for Predicting Pilot Workload
Abstract
This research is limited to the problem of assessing a pilot's workload while flying an aircraft. The intent is to develop and validate a mathematical model which predicts pilot workload. This effort will show the feasibility of such a model and show that the model's predictions relate reasonably well to measured workload levels. This study focuses on pilot workload in a single-seat, fighter aircraft. While the methods employed are generally applicable to other human-machine systems, it is not known is any derived conclusions can alos be applied to other systems. This research is unique in that it employs a model significantly different from other existing models. This model combines predictions from discrete-event simulation with subjective predictions, while other models generally rely on a single method. In addition, this model employs the structure of an existing measurement methodology to provide a framework for these predictions. This model may be useful in early aircraft design stages to assess the impact of a particular aircraft configuration on pilot workload. Keywords: Radar aided mission/aircrew capability exploration, Digital simulation, SWAT(Subjective Workload Assessment Techniques).
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Aug 01, 1988
- Accession Number
- ADA197090
Entities
People
- Thomas F. Schuppe
Organizations
- Air Force Institute of Technology