Age differences in search of web pages: the effects of link size, link number, and clutter.

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The behavioral validation of an advanced driving simulator for its use in evaluating passive level crossing countermeasures was performed for stopping compliance and speed profile. BACKGROUND:Despite the fact that most research on emerging interventions for improving level crossing safety is conducted in a d...

journal_title：Human factors

authors： Larue GS,Wullems C,Sheldrake M,Rakotonirainy A

更新日期：2018-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:This study reports current status of knowledge and challenges associated with the emergency vehicle (police car, fire truck, and ambulance) crashes, with respect to the major contributing risk factors. BACKGROUND:Emergency vehicle crashes are a serious nationwide problem, causing injury and death to emergenc...

journal_title：Human factors

authors： Hsiao H,Chang J,Simeonov P

更新日期：2018-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We examined the minimum latency required to locate and identify a visual target (visual search) in a two-alternative forced-choice paradigm in which the visual target could appear from any azimuth (0 degree to 360 degrees) and from a broad range of elevations (from 90 degrees above to 70 degrees below the horizon) rel...

journal_title：Human factors

authors： Perrott DR,Cisneros J,McKinley RL,D'Angelo WR

更新日期：1996-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The aim of this study was to examine the logic behind the knowledge of low-back problem causal pathways. BACKGROUND:Low-back pain and low-back disorders (LBDs) continue to represent the major musculoskeletal risk problem in the workplace,with the prevalence and costs of such disorders increasing over time. I...

journal_title：Human factors

authors： Marras WS

更新日期：2012-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:In this article, we seek to determine how sensitive road cyclists are to vertical vibration transmitted while riding a road bicycle and to propose metrics for the evaluation of dynamic comfort. BACKGROUND:Road cyclists are exposed to random-type excitation due to road roughness. Vibration transmitted affect...

journal_title：Human factors

authors： Ayachi FS,Drouet JM,Champoux Y,Guastavino C

更新日期：2018-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The objective of this mini-review is to examine a subset of literature that demonstrates multiple interactions between mechanics and biology within the spine and propose how incorporation of these mechano-biologic interactions can be applied to improve the conceptual understanding of tissue tolerances. BACKG...

journal_title：Human factors

authors： Marras WS,Walter BA,Purmessur D,Mageswaran P,Wiet MG

更新日期：2016-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The purpose of this research was to compare gesture-function mappings for experts and novices using a 3D, vision-based, gestural input system when exposed to the same context of anesthesia tasks in the operating room (OR). BACKGROUND:3D, vision-based, gestural input systems can serve as a natural way to inte...

journal_title：Human factors

authors： Jurewicz KA,Neyens DM,Catchpole K,Reeves ST

更新日期：2018-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The effectiveness of three types of in-vehicle warnings was assessed in a driving simulator across different noise conditions. BACKGROUND:Although there has been much research comparing different types of warnings in auditory displays and interfaces, many of these investigations have been conducted in quiet ...

journal_title：Human factors

authors： Šabić E,Chen J,MacDonald JA

更新日期：2019-10-08 00:00:00

abstract：:The effect of practice on the parallel organization and control of discrete, asymmetrical bimanual movements was investigated. Subjects performed a flexion movement in the left limb together with a flexion-extension-flexion movement in the right limb. Two groups, one of which received kinematic information feedback, w...

journal_title：Human factors

authors： Swinnen SP,Walter CB

更新日期：1991-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The relative contribution of number of fixations and fixation duration to reaction time in visual search was investigated. Ten participants (age 20-24 years) took part in each of two experiments. In Experiment 1, the experimental factors were display type (icon and file name), organization (arrangements with and witho...

journal_title：Human factors

authors： Murata A,Furukawa N

更新日期：2005-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:A dual-task study was performed to explore the performance effects for swimming, word recall, and the combination of the two tasks performed simultaneously. BACKGROUND:Dual-task interference studies have been performed for a variety of tasks; however, there has not been much dual-task interference research w...

journal_title：Human factors

authors： Stets A,Smith SL,Helton WS

更新日期：2020-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:This field study examined the effects of adaptive cruise control (ACC) on mind wandering prevalence. BACKGROUND:ACC relieves the driver of the need to regulate vehicle speed and following distance, which may result in safety benefits. However, if ACC reduces the amount of attentional resources drivers must d...

journal_title：Human factors

authors： Weaver SM,Roldan SM,Gonzalez TB,Balk SA,Philips BH

更新日期：2020-12-09 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The aim of this study is to investigate how anticipatory driving is influenced by distraction. BACKGROUND:The anticipation of future events in traffic can allow potential gains in recognition and response times. Anticipatory actions (i.e., control actions in preparation for potential traffic changes) have be...

journal_title：Human factors

authors： He D,Donmez B

更新日期：2020-07-14 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The aim of this study was to investigate mismatch between students and classroom furniture dimensions and evaluate the improvement in implementing the European furniture standard. BACKGROUND:In Portugal, school furniture does not meet any national ergonomic criteria, so it cannot fit students' anthropometric...

journal_title：Human factors

authors： Macedo AC,Morais AV,Martins HF,Martins JC,Pais SM,Mayan OS

更新日期：2015-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Task analyses served as the basis for developing the Mixed Arithmetic-Perceptual (MA-P) model, which proposes (1) that people interacting with common graphs to answer common questions apply a set of component processes--searching for indicators, encoding the value of indicators, performing arithmetic operations on the...

journal_title：Human factors

authors： Gillan DJ,Lewis R

更新日期：1994-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:This study examined the way in which the type and preexisting strength of association between an auditory icon and a warning event affects the ease with which the icon/event pairing can be learned and retained. BACKGROUND:To be effective, an auditory warning must be audible, identifiable, interpretable, and ...

journal_title：Human factors

authors： Stephan KL,Smith SE,Martin RL,Parker SP,McAnally KI

更新日期：2006-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:This study investigated the effects of drivers' age and low light on speed, lane keeping, and visual recognition of typical roadway stimuli. BACKGROUND:Poor visibility, which is exacerbated by age-related changes in vision, is a leading contributor to fatal nighttime crashes. There is little evidence, howeve...

journal_title：Human factors

authors： Owens DA,Wood JM,Owens JM

更新日期：2007-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:We show that psychophysiologically driven real-time adaptive aiding significantly enhances performance in a complex aviation task. A further goal was to assess the importance of individual operator capabilities when providing adaptive aiding. BACKGROUND:Psychophysiological measures are useful for monitoring ...

journal_title：Human factors

authors： Wilson GF,Russell CA

更新日期：2007-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Pulling tasks require the torso to act as a rigid link in order to facilitate the force transmission between the ground and the hands. In this study, we tested the hypothesis that a lifting belt increases the rigidity of the torso, thereby increasing pulling strength or reducing trunk muscle forces, or both, as pullin...

journal_title：Human factors

authors： Lavender SA,Chen SH,Li YC,Andersson GB

更新日期：1998-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:In this study, we aimed to demonstrate analysis methods that are sensitive to speed-related differences between experienced and young novice drivers. These differences may be linked to determining which group is better at anticipating hazards. BACKGROUND:Awareness of hazardous situations, especially potentia...

journal_title：Human factors

authors： Parmet Y,Borowsky A,Yona O,Oron-Gilad T

更新日期：2015-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The authors evaluate the effectiveness of noninvasive brain stimulation, in particular, transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS), for accelerating learning and enhancing human performance on complex tasks. BACKGROUND:Developing expertise in complex tasks typically requires extended training and practic...

journal_title：Human factors

authors： Parasuraman R,McKinley RA

更新日期：2014-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Most commercial footwear is designed and manufactured on a curved last, although the amount of curvature of the last and the turning point of the last centerline have not been formally determined. In this study, we used principal component analysis to determine the foot axis so that lasts that match feet can be produc...

journal_title：Human factors

authors： Goonetilleke RS,Luximon A

更新日期：1999-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The study was designed to investigate whether a simulated unexpected abnormal flight event can lead to startle and explore differences in behavioral responses between expected and unexpected abnormal flight events. BACKGROUND:Recent research suggests startle (an autonomic response to an acute stimulus) follo...

journal_title：Human factors

authors： Kinney L,O'Hare D

更新日期：2020-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In this paper we quantitatively model degree of automation (DofA) in supervisory control as a function of the number and nature of tasks to be performed by the operator and automation. This model uses a task weighting scheme in which weighting factors are obtained from task demand load, task mental load, and task effe...

journal_title：Human factors

authors： Wei ZG,Macwan AP,Wieringa PA

更新日期：1998-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The effects of handle friction and torque direction on muscle activity and torque are empirically investigated using cylindrical handles. BACKGROUND:A torque biomechanical model that considers contact force, friction, and torque direction was evaluated using different friction handles. METHODS:Twelve adults...

journal_title：Human factors

authors： Seo NJ,Armstrong TJ,Chaffin DB,Ashton-Miller JA

更新日期：2008-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To highlight the working strategies used by expert manual handlers compared with novice manual handlers, based on recordings of shoulder and upper limb kinematics, electromyography (EMG), and estimated muscle forces during a lifting task. BACKGROUND:Novice workers involved in assembly, manual handling, and p...

journal_title：Human factors

authors： Goubault E,Martinez R,Assila N,Monga-Dubreuil É,Dowling-Medley J,Dal Maso F,Begon M

更新日期：2020-11-25 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The purpose was to evaluate accessibility of typical radiology platforms by participants with mobility disabilities. BACKGROUND:These patients have difficulty using radiology equipment and have an increased risk of falling. METHODS:This field study evaluated three common types of radiology platforms - X ray...

journal_title：Human factors

authors： Story MF,Luce AC,Leung A,Omiatek EM,Lemke MR,Rempel DM

更新日期：2008-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The purpose of this narrative review is to summarize the effects of carrying school backpacks on spine and low-back biomechanics as a risk factor for low back pain in young individuals. BACKGROUND:Backpacks constitute a considerable daily load for schoolchildren. Consistently, a large number of children attr...

journal_title：Human factors

authors： Suri C,Shojaei I,Bazrgari B

更新日期：2020-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The current study was designed to examine whether increasing foveal task complexity would cause the functional field to shrink as a result of a visual funneling effect. Using 8 male participants, the study examined whether the effects of foveal task complexity on peripheral performance was most pronounced at the far p...

journal_title：Human factors

authors： Murata A

更新日期：2004-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We studied 2 classifiers to determine their ability to discriminate among 4 levels of mental workload during a simulated air traffic control task using psychophysiological measures. Data from 7 air traffic controllers were used to train and test artificial neural network and stepwise discriminant classifiers. Very hig...

journal_title：Human factors

authors： Wilson GF,Russell CA

更新日期：2003-10-01 00:00:00