Combat Vehicle Command and Control Systems: 3. Simulation-Based CompanyEvaluation of the Soldier-Machine Interface (SMI)

摘要

To improve the command and control of armor units, the Army is conductingresearch and development on automated command, control, and communication for future tanks: the Combat Vehicle Command and Control (CVCC) system. This research investigates the extent to which the CVCC soldier-machine interface (SMI) supports the soldier's ability to learn and effectively operate the system. For the research, 105 U.S. Army personnel participated in 5 weeks of training and testing. Automated measures of equipment use and subjective assessments indicate that, overall, the CVCC is a useful and usable system that participants feel will improve their performance. Problems with usability were noted for select functions. Recommendations for improvement focus on providing alternative input methods, enhancing the digital report function, and improving feedback to vehicle commanders and drivers.