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Area of Science:

  • Systems Engineering
  • Human-Computer Interaction
  • Computational Modeling

Background:

  • Multi-modelling combines system and component models for complex design and simulation.
  • Ergonomics offers significant benefits for human-centric system modelling.
  • Current application of ergonomics within multi-modelling is limited.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To present a position statement on integrating ergonomics with the multi-modelling paradigm.
  • To highlight the benefits, applications, and gaps for ergonomics in multi-modelling.
  • To demonstrate a proof-of-concept for applying ergonomics within a multi-model.

Main Methods:

  • Introduction to multi-modelling concepts and ergonomic models.
  • Description of a proof-of-concept implementation within an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) control multi-model.
  • Analysis of user-centered modelling and access to rich systems models.

Main Results:

  • The integration of ergonomics enhances user-centered system modelling.
  • Multi-modelling provides access to rich systems models for ergonomic analysis.
  • Applying ergonomics theory within systems design yields collaborative value.

Conclusions:

  • Ergonomics can be effectively integrated into the multi-modelling paradigm.
  • This approach supports improved design and evaluation processes for complex systems.
  • The combination of multi-modelling and ergonomics fosters more human-centric system development.