Distance Estimation Training with Night Vision Goggles: A Preliminary Study

Abstract

Aircrews have reported significant problems in depth perception and distance estimation with night vision goggles (NVGs). The purposes of this experiment were to develop a methodology for quantifying distance estimation abilities with NVGs and to examine the value of a simple training procedure as a means of reducing errors. Absolute distance estimates were obtained from eight male aviators using Aviators Night Vision Imaging System (ANVIS) AN/AVS-6 NVGs before and after exposure to a set of known distances. The results revealed that distance estimates were linear and significant reductions in errors and variability followed exposure to the training procedure. The results are discussed within the context of previous research. Issues for future research are addressed. Distance estimation, Night vision goggles, Training.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Aug 01, 1994
Accession Number
ADA284900

Entities

People

  • Elizabeth L. Martin
  • Jack D. Reising

Organizations

  • University of Dayton

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Energy and Power Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Air Force
  • Data Science
  • Errors
  • Flight Training
  • Governments
  • Human Resources
  • Information Science
  • Measurement
  • Military Aircraft
  • Night Vision
  • Night Vision Devices
  • Perception
  • Pilots
  • Regression Analysis
  • Standards
  • Statistical Analysis
  • Training

Readers

  • Circadian Sleep-Wake Regulation and Chronobiology
  • Regression Analysis.
  • Vision Science/Vision Psychology/Cognitive Neuroscience.