Point of Maintenance Hurlburt Initial Structured Study Test Report
Abstract
13 ABSTRACT (Maximum 200 words) This document describes the usability test conducted by the Air Force Research Laboratory, Logistics Readiness Branch (AFRL/HESR) and the University of Dayton Research Institute (UDRI) to assess user performance with the Point of Maintenance (POMX) system for maintenance data collection on the flightline. This test consisted of observations of task performance in baseline Corps Automated Maintenance System (CAMS) and batch POMX conditions, and feedback questionnaires about the usability of both the baseline and test devices. The purpose of the evaluation was to compare the POMX device with the current CAMS system for maintenance documentation (i.e., opening work orders, ordering parts, and closing work orders). The POMX device used was the Intermec 710, and the CAMS system consisted of a standard desktop computer using CAMS "green screens." Both systems were connected to live databases. The POMX system was designed to allow for both a live mode whereby transmissions could be made via radio frequency (RF), and a batch mode whereby the hand-held device needed to be placed into a cradle for interaction with the POMX server. In both of these modes, however, the design provided for portions of the POMX database to be loaded onto the device prior to its use. The design allowed for U.S. Air Force personnel to use the devices in a flightline-type setting to simulate opening work orders, ordering parts and closing work orders.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Mar 01, 2003
- Accession Number
- ADA417093
Entities
People
- Carlton Donahoo
- Johnnie Jernigan
- Laurie Quill
- Matthew W. Goddard
- Megan Gorman
Organizations
- University of Dayton