Human-machine interface issues in the use of helmet-mounted displays in short conjugate simulators

James E. Melzer

doi:10.1117/12.884310

10 May 2011 Human-machine interface issues in the use of helmet-mounted displays in short conjugate simulators

James E. Melzer

Proceedings Volume 8041, Head- and Helmet-Mounted Displays XVI: Design and Applications; 804103 (2011) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.884310
Event: SPIE Defense, Security, and Sensing, 2011, Orlando, Florida, United States

Abstract

With the introduction of helmet-mounted displays (HMD) into modern aircraft, there is a desire on the part of pilot trainees to achieve a "look and feel" for the simulation environment similar to the real flight hardware. Given this requirement for high fidelity, it may be necessary to configure - or to perhaps re-configure - the HMD for a short conjugate viewing distance and to do so without causing eye strain or other adverse physiological effects. This paper will survey the human factors literature and provide an analysis on the visual construct issues of focus and vergence which - if not properly configured for the short conjugate simulator - could cause adverse effects, which can negatively affect training.

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James E. Melzer "Human-machine interface issues in the use of helmet-mounted displays in short conjugate simulators", Proc. SPIE 8041, Head- and Helmet-Mounted Displays XVI: Design and Applications, 804103 (10 May 2011); https://doi.org/10.1117/12.884310

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