Assessment Methodology for Integrated Helmet and Display Systems in Rotary-Wing Aircraft.

Abstract

The U.S. Army is moving towards a trend of using helmet mounted displays in all rotary-wing aircraft. Such devices are integrated systems consisting of the basic helmet, an optical display, eye protection, and a head tracker. This report provides a comprehensive methodology for testing all aspects of such integrated helmet and display systems. The assessment methodology encompasses both laboratory and in-flight evaluations. The major evaluation areas for the laboratory assessment are optical/visual, biodynamic, and acoustical. The in-flight evaluation assesses flight performance and logistical supportability. In addition, human factors and safety issues are addressed.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Apr 01, 1996
Accession Number
ADA311400

Entities

People

  • B. Joseph McEntire
  • Ben T. Mozo
  • Clarence E. Rash
  • Joseph L. Haley. Jr
  • William E. McLean

Organizations

  • United States Army Aeromedical Research Lab

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Biomedical
  • Energy and Power Technologies
  • Human Systems
  • Sensors
  • Weapons Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Air Force
  • Computer Graphics
  • Computer Programming
  • Coordinate Systems
  • Detectors
  • Display Systems
  • Human Factors Engineering
  • Human Systems Integration
  • Light Sources
  • Measurement
  • Medical Personnel
  • Optics
  • Rotary Wing Aircraft
  • Test And Evaluation
  • Test Equipment
  • Test Methods
  • Visible Spectra

Fields of Study

  • Physics

Readers

  • Aerospace Engineering
  • Aviation Science / Aeronautics.
  • Systems Analysis and Design