T&E 4209 Helmet Mounted Display Test and Evaluation
Course Description
This course is designed to provide technical and human factors information regarding Helmet Mounted Display (HMD) systems. Emphasis is placed on various approaches to system design that impact usability and methods of test that will identify potential deficiencies. Topical information in the academic lectures is reinforced during laboratory and classroom demonstrations.
Anticipated Student Learning Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course of instruction the student will have a basic understanding of HMD technology, the aircraft integration of HMDs from a system perspective, and ground and flight evaluation procedures.
Be familiar with
1. The history and evolution of HMDs
2. Various approaches to current HMD designs
3. Human factors considerations associated with the use of HMDs
4. Issues associated with the integration of HMDs in the aircraft
5. Ground and flight test and evaluation procedures
Sequence of Instruction
History of HMD Development and Application
HMD Design Approaches
Image Sources
Optical Designs
Biodynamics
Aircraft Integration Issues
Visual Coupling and Head Tracking Systems
Visual Performance
Current HMD Human Factors Considerations
Test and Evaluation Techniques
Texts and Reference Materials
Helmet Mounted Displays: Design Issues for Rotary-Wing Aircraft
Head Mounted Displays: Designing for the User
Instructional Methodology
Lectures
HMD laboratory
Classroom demonstrations
Process of Evaluation
Examination