Interim-Night Integrated Goggle Head Tracking System (I-Nights). Volume 1. Ground Test Summary
Abstract
Helmet-Mounted displays (HMDs) and Night Vision Goggles (NVGs) are being developed for military aircrews. NVGs use image intensifier tubes to amplify ambient starlight thereby enhancing nighttime operations. HMDs present sensor video (infrared, low light TV, etc.) and critical mission data (flight information, weapon status, threat situation) directly to the crew member's eyes. The information remains within his field-of-view no matter where he tums his head. This permits traditional head-down tasks to be performed in a head-up mode. However, placing HMD/NVG technology on the helmet is not a simple task. Many safety related and human, factors issues must be considered. The United States Air Force's Interim-Night Integrated goggle and Head Tracking System (I- NIGHTS) Program addressed many of the safety and human factors issues while testing three I-NIGHTS Helmet designs. Testing had two primary objectives: (a) to quantify system performance; (b) to identify and quantify the risks of using HMD/NVGs on military aircraft; and (c) investigate human factors related issues. This report summarizes the I-NIGHTS program, testing, and results.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Aug 01, 1992
- Accession Number
- ADA282399
Entities
People
- J. Stiffler
- Ron Gunderman