Cross Modality Scaling: Mass and Mass Moment of Inertia,
Abstract
Research has shown that we use perceptual inputs from sensations of both mass and mass moment of inertia in handling and manually controlling objects in our environment. Mass, the resistance to linear acceleration, and mass moment of inertia, the resistance to angular acceleration, are fundamental properties of objects in both a physical and perceptual sense. The relative importance of mass moment of inertia as a perceptual input has been largely overlooked. Experiments are being conducted to study the perceptual equation of these two properties. The first stage involves the perceptual scaling of mass moment of inertia, covering the range typical of simple manipulative tasks (0.15 to 1.15 inch pounds sec sq). Preliminary experiments have been completed and are discussed. The second stage will involve perceptual scaling of mass or weight, covering the range most often found in tools used for simple manual tasks (4 oz. to 10 lbs.). The third stage will involve asking subjects to equate the perceived mass moment of inertia of one set of stimuli with the perceived mass (weight) of a second set.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jan 01, 1983
- Accession Number
- ADP001639
Entities
People
- John G. Kreifeldt
- Margaret M. Clarke
- Stephen Handel
Organizations
- Oak Ridge Associated Universities