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Human factors with nonhumans: factors that affect computer-task performance.

D A Washburn1

  • 1Georgia State University, USA.

International Journal of Comparative Psychology
|January 1, 1992
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Human factors research can utilize nonhuman animals by examining animal-machine interfaces or using animal performance as a human model. Rhesus monkeys show potential as models for human psychomotor performance.

Area of Science:

  • Comparative psychology
  • Human factors engineering
  • Applied animal behavior

Background:

  • Traditional human factors research focuses on human-machine interaction.
  • Nonhuman animals offer unique models for understanding performance and cognition.
  • Integrating animal models into technology design requires specific methodologies.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore two primary strategies for conducting human factors research with nonhuman animals.
  • To present empirical data illustrating these strategies.
  • To evaluate the utility of nonhuman animals as models for human performance.

Main Methods:

  • Examining the nonhuman animal-to-machine interface using traditional human factors methods.
  • Utilizing nonhuman animal performance as a surrogate or model for human operator performance.
Keywords:
NASA Discipline Number 00-00NASA Discipline Number 06-10NASA Discipline Space Human FactorsNASA Program FlightNASA Program Space Human FactorsNon-NASA Center

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  • Conducting experiments with rhesus monkeys on computer tasks under varying conditions.

    • Main Results:

    • Chronic ambient noise had a significant but inconsequential effect on rhesus monkey computer-task performance.
    • Rhesus monkey performance data generalize to human psychomotor performance.
    • The study demonstrates the applicability of both research strategies.

    Conclusions:

    • Nonhuman animals can be effectively incorporated into human factors research.
    • Rhesus monkeys serve as appropriate models for human psychomotor performance.
    • Coordinated use of both research strategies is crucial for advancing the interface between comparative psychology and technology.