SBIR-STTR Award

The Phase I research will establish the functional and information requirements for an effective automated design analysis and crew performance assessment methodology for used in premilestone I planning. The information structure will include process, task, dynamic crew performance, operator graphic and human factors parameters, and training requirements. Existing automated tools such as the IDEFo structured analysis methodology, the saint task network simulation model, and various operator graphic and human factors models will be evaluated, along with other proven methodologies such as ideal and the Air Forces Instructional Systems Development (ISD) process. Insights from designers and other potential users will identify special functional, information, and hardware requirements to be included in the methodology. The requirements will direct the implementation of an automated human factors, manpower, personnel, and training system in Phase II. The resulting system will make a significant contribution to the complex problems of considering HMPT issues early in system planning. Inclusion of ISD and human operators models will represent a unique contribution, which also complements efforts underway in other DOD organizations.