Measurement and Modeling of Human Performance Under Differing G Conditions
Abstract
Report developed under SBIR contract for topic AF00-097. A significant need exists to develop field-usable techniques allowing a commander to estimate the performance effects of acceleration forces on the pilot-warfighter. This is required if countermeasures are to be evaluated, and if training and/or combat 0-exposure standards are to be developed. In Phase I of this SBIR effort, NTI, Inc. developed a performance test methodology structured around a comprehensive model of human performance, and conceptualized a methodology that would translate performance data into operational military impact (OMI) estimates. Twelve test procedures were described, capturing essential flight performance capacities. This was called the "U-Performance Assessment Simulation System" (U-PASS). In addition, a new software product was also described - the "U-Tool to Optimize Performance" (U-TOP). This allows the user to input any U-profile and automatically generate performance predictions. These predictions are then entered into computer models of military operations to generate the required OMI in terms of any operationally meaningful measure of merit. These developments are described in the present report. Phase II of this effort will fully implement the concepts developed and described herein.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Feb 01, 2001
- Accession Number
- ADA408248
Entities
People
- Robert D. O'donnell
- Samuel L. Moise