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Human factors in the USSR (Part 2)
1Head, Human Factors and Industrial Systems, Lockheed Missiles and Space Co, Sunnyvale, California, USA.
Applied Ergonomics
|March 1, 1980
Summary
This survey explores human factors research in the USSR, detailing work at four centers and product exhibitions. It offers general observations and conclusions on the discipline
Area of Science:
- Human Factors and Ergonomics
- Industrial Psychology
- Systems Engineering
Background:
- The study continues a survey of human factors in the USSR, following a comparative analysis of Russian and American research published previously.
- This part focuses on specific research centers and product development within the Soviet Union.
Purpose of the Study:
- To document and analyze the state of human factors research and application in the USSR.
- To provide insights into Soviet approaches to human factors, complementing international comparisons.
- To offer observations on Soviet product design and exhibitions from a human factors perspective.
Main Methods:
- The research involved a survey conducted in the USSR.
- Direct observation of work at four distinct human factors centers.
- Analysis of Russian product exhibitions and related materials.
Main Results:
- Detailed discussion of work undertaken at four Soviet human factors research centers.
- Observations on the nature and quality of Russian product exhibitions.
- Identification of general trends and specific findings within the Soviet human factors discipline.
Conclusions:
- The survey provides a comprehensive overview of the human factors discipline in the USSR.
- Offers concluding remarks on the development and application of human factors in the Soviet context.
- Highlights key areas for further consideration and comparison in international human factors research.