Cognitive mapping based on synthetic vision?

Arnd Helmetag; Christian Halbig; Wolfgang Kubbat; Rainer Schmidt

doi:10.1117/12.354432

19 July 1999 Cognitive mapping based on synthetic vision?

Arnd Helmetag, Christian Halbig, Wolfgang Kubbat, Rainer Schmidt

Proceedings Volume 3691, Enhanced and Synthetic Vision 1999; (1999) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.354432
Event: AeroSense '99, 1999, Orlando, FL, United States

Abstract

The analysis of accidents focused our work on the avoidance of 'Controlled Flight Into Terrain' caused by insufficient situation awareness. Analysis of safety concepts led us to the design of the proposed synthetic vision system that will be described. Since most information on these 3D-Displays is shown in a graphical way, it can intuitively be understood by the pilot. What are the new possibilities using SVS enhancing situation awareness? First, detection of ground collision hazard is possible by monitoring a perspective Primary Flight Display. Under the psychological point of view it is based on the perception of expanding objects in the visual flow field. Supported by a Navigation Display a local conflict resolution can be mentally worked out very fast. Secondly, it is possible to follow a 3D flight path visualized as a 'Tunnel in the sky.' This can further be improved by using a flight path prediction. These are the prerequisites for a safe and adequate movement in any kind of spatial environment. However situation awareness requires the ability of navigation and spatial problem solving. Both abilities are based on higher cognitive functions in real as well as in a synthetic environment. In this paper the current training concept will be analyzed. Advantages resulting from the integration of a SVS concerning pilot training will be discussed and necessary requirements in terrain depiction will be pinpointed. Finally a modified Computer Based Training for the familiarization with Salzburg Airport for a SVS equipped aircraft will be presented. It is developed by Darmstadt University of Technology in co-operation with Lufthansa Flight Training.

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Arnd Helmetag, Christian Halbig, Wolfgang Kubbat, and Rainer Schmidt "Cognitive mapping based on synthetic vision?", Proc. SPIE 3691, Enhanced and Synthetic Vision 1999, (19 July 1999); https://doi.org/10.1117/12.354432

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