Course
Description
This course is designed to provide technical
and human factors information regarding Helmet Mounted Display
(HMD) systems. Emphasis is placed on various approaches to system
design that impact usability and methods of test that will identify
potential deficiencies. Topical information in the academic lectures
is reinforced during laboratory and classroom demonstrations.
Texts and Reference
Materials
Helmet Mounted Displays: Design Issues for
Rotary-Wing Aircraft
Head Mounted Displays: Designing for the User
Anticipated Student Learning
Objectives
Upon successful completion of this
course of instruction the student will have a basic understanding
of HMD technology, the aircraft integration of HMDs from a system
perspective, and ground and flight evaluation procedures.
Be familiar with
1. The history and evolution of HMDs
2. Various approaches to current HMD designs
3. Human factors considerations associated with the use of HMDs
4. Issues associated with the integration of HMDs in the aircraft
5. Ground and flight test and evaluation procedures
Sequence of
Instruction
History of HMD Development and Application
HMD Design Approaches
Image Sources
Optical Designs
Biodynamics
Aircraft Integration Issues
Visual Coupling and Head Tracking Systems
Visual Performance
Current HMD Human Factors Considerations
Test and Evaluation Techniques |
Instructional Methodology
Lectures
HMD laboratory
Classroom demonstrations
Process of Evaluation
Examination
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