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Target Detection and Identification Performance Using an Automatic Target Detection System.

Adam J Reiner1, Justin G Hollands2, Greg A Jamieson1

  • 1University of Toronto, Canada.

Human Factors
|October 15, 2016
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  • ATD with different identification biases (hostile, none, friendly) was employed, and signal detection measures were used.

    • Main Results:

    • ATD significantly improved target detection, particularly in low-light (night) conditions.
    • Identification sensitivity was higher for targets cued by ATD.
    • ATD's identification bias influenced decision criteria, exhibiting a "sluggish beta" effect.

    Conclusions:

    • ATD serves as a valuable tool for enhancing soldier detection and identification capabilities.
    • The influence of ATD's inherent biases on identification must be managed within operational contexts.
    • Communicating ATD biases to soldiers may improve identification accuracy.