Models of human operators: Their need and usefulness for improvement of advanced control systems and control rooms

摘要

Models of human behavior and cognition (HB&C) are necessary for understanding the total response of complex systems. Many such models have come available over the past thirty years for various applications. Many potential model users remain skeptical about their practically, acceptability, and usefulness. Such hesitancy stems in part from disbelief in the ability to model complex cognitive processes, and a belief that relevant human behavior can be adequately accounted for through the use of common-sense heuristics. This paper will highlight several models of HB&C and identify existing and potential applications in attempt to dispel such notions. 26 refs.