Human Factors Evaluation of the Delco RDS Radio Receiver and the RDS Architecture

摘要

This report presents the results of a one year comprehensive human factorsanalysis on the prototype Delco Radio Data Systems (RDS) device supplied by the Minnesota Department of Transportation. RDS devices provide a means of transmitting traffic information to motorist using the existing Traffic Management Center's (TMC) resources. This study examined the devices and the means of transmitting information using ergonomic and human factors principles. This study expanded upon the functions of these devices and their ability to transmit information, as well as their integration within the automobile. The study was completed by examining the data entry tasks required to transmit messages and the TMC's operations as pertaining to messages and delivery to the end-users.