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Development of a knowledge management system for complex domains.

André Perott1, Nils Schader, Ralph Bruder

  • 1University of Technology, Institute of Ergonomics, Petersenstrasse 30, 64287 Darmstadt, Germany. perott@iad.tu-darmstadt.de

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Investigating air traffic control incidents revealed that poor workstation ergonomics contribute to errors. A new software tool, the Design Process Guide, is proposed to help designers create more effective and ergonomic systems.

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Area of Science:

  • Human Factors Engineering
  • Air Traffic Management Systems
  • Cognitive Ergonomics

Background:

  • Incident investigations by Deutsche Flugsicherung GmbH (DFS) using the HERA method highlight the critical role of visual information perception in German air traffic control.
  • Analysis indicates that workstation design, often neglecting fundamental ergonomic principles, is a contributing factor to these incidents.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate ergonomic approaches supporting designers in implementing effective systems within air traffic control.
  • To address the limitations of existing tools in meeting holistic user requirements for ergonomic system design.

Main Methods:

  • Systematic incident investigation using the HERA (Human Error and Risk Analysis) approach.
  • Collaborative research between DFS and the Institute of Ergonomics in Darmstadt to explore design support tools.
  • Evaluation of current tools against identified user requirements for ergonomic system design.

Main Results:

  • A significant occurrence of incidents linked to visual perception issues in air traffic control was identified.
  • Existing knowledge management and design support tools were found insufficient to meet comprehensive ergonomic design needs.
  • The necessity for an enhanced software tool, the Design Process Guide, was established.

Conclusions:

  • The proposed Design Process Guide offers advanced functionality beyond traditional Knowledge Management Systems.
  • This tool provides design element-based access, processual insights, and decision-making implications.
  • It serves as crucial documentation, explaining the rationale behind design choices under specific conditions.