Test and Evaluation of the Man-Machine Interface between the Apache Longbow and an Unmanned Aerial Vehicle
Abstract
The Boeing Company is studying a concept that involves teaming a manned rotorcraft, the Apache Longbow (TM), with a unmanned air vehicle (UAV). During 1997 Boeing developed a preliminary man-machine interface between the Apache Longbow and an unmanned air vehicle. An early assessment of the man-machine interface in a virtual simulation environment was conducted. The study concentrated on the effects of crew workload during manned-unmanned teaming operations and acceptability of the design in terms of presentation of the data, functionality, and utility. A limited assessment of operational measures of effectiveness was also conducted. Subject pilots were satisfied with the man-machine interface, did not experience task overload and were able to perform UAV control tasks. Subjects did experience some difficulty with target acquisition and tracking, however. Initial data suggests that the potential exists to detect targets beyond the organic sensor range of current attack/reconnaissance rotorcraft without being exposed to threat detection.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Apr 01, 2000
- Accession Number
- ADP010331
Entities
People
- Anthony G. Kraay
- Michelle L. Pouliot
- William J. Wallace
Organizations
- Boeing