Formulative Evaluation Study of a Prototype Near-Infrared Projection System: Night Vision Goggle Study
Abstract
U.S. Army Aviation relies upon image intensifiers, such as night vision goggles (NVGs), for night nap-of-the-earth (NOE) flight. During initial flight training, OH-58 student pilots are expected to apply academic knowledge of NVG use in flight after limited review. To facilitate OH-58 students' transition to NVG flight, researchers projected images through a prototype near- infrared (IR) video projection system. Helicopter pilot students received hands- on experience with the AN/PVS-5A NVGs, which are compatible with the projection system's output range. Instructor pilots rated OH-58 students' flight performance throughout the night/NVG phase of instruction. A strong positive effect on students' confidence (increase) and anxiety (decrease) levels were observed. No difference in flight performance was observed between matched pairs (experimental vs. control) of students. Additional research is planned in the areas of safety of flight, terrain navigation, special operations, mission planning, and threat recognition.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jan 01, 1991
- Accession Number
- ADA231759
Entities
People
- Gabriel P. Intano
- Gena M. Pedroni
Organizations
- U.S. Army Research Institute for the Behavioral and Social Sciences