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1
Jan
2017
Presentations
Investigating Human-Automation Interaction and Human Error in the Locomotive Cab
Subject
High-Speed Passenger Rail,
Human Factors,
Artificial Intelligence,
Automation
Keywords: CTIL; CTILWEB; Automation; Human-Automation Interaction; Human-Computer Interaction; Human Error; Trip Optimization; Positive Train Control; Human-in-the-loop Testing
Abstract: This presentation discusses the use of the Cab Technology Interface Laboratory (CTIL) for investigating human error opportunities associated with automation in the locomotive cab...
Presenter
Sebok, Angelia
Audience
Federal Railroad Administration
Location
Washington, DC
United States
1
Jan
2017
Presentations
A Human Factors Evaluation of an Experimental Locomotive Engineer Crew Station
Subject
Human Factors
Keywords: CTIL, CTILWEB; Human Factors; Human-in-the-loop Testing; Ergonomics; Ergonomic Design; Controls Design; Usability;
Abstract: Conventional control stands for trains have evolved from models of locomotives dating back to the 1950s, before extensive automation and computerized displays existed. The...
Presenter
Isaacs, Matthew
Audience
Federal Railroad Administration
Location
Washington, DC
United States
1
Jan
2017
Presentations
Modeling Human-Automation Function Allocation Effectiveness in Rail
Subject
Human Factors,
Artificial Intelligence,
Automation
Keywords: CTIL; CTILWEB; Automation; Hybrid Cognitive Task Analysis; hierarchical task model
Abstract: Introduction of automated systems in locomotive cabs changes the scope and complexity of the human crew’s work. This research seeks to provide a methodology to design and evaluate...
Presenter
Brooks, James
Audience
Federal Railroad Administration
Location
Washington, DC
United States
30
Nov
2016
Technical Reports
Reducing Major Rule Violations in Commuter Rail Operations: Distraction and Its Mitigation with Sustained Attention Training
Subject
Human Factors
Keywords: CTILWEB, Attention; commuter rail; distraction; locomotive engineers; rule violations; training
Abstract: : Transportation Services conducted two experiments in the Cab Technology Integration Laboratory (CTIL) using animated operating scenarios that were designed to simulate elements...
Report Number
DOT/ORD/FRA-16/36
Office
RDI-24
3
Oct
2016
Presentations
Human Factors Evaluation of an Experimental Locomotive Crew Station
Subject
Human Factors
Keywords: CTIL, CTILWEB; Human Factors; Human-in-the-loop Testing; Ergonomics; Ergonomic Design; Controls Design; Usability;
Abstract: A human factors evaluation of an experimental engineer control system was conducted by the John A. Volpe National Transportation Systems Center (Volpe Center) using a locomotive...
Presenter
Isaacs, Matthew
Audience
Federal Railroad Administration
Location
Washington, DC
United States