Handbook of Human Factors Testing and Evaluation

<p>Like the first edition the revision of this successful <i>Handbook</i> responds to the growing need for specific tools and methods for testing and evaluating human-system interfaces. Indications are that the market for information on these tools and applications will continue to grow in the 21st century. One of the goals of offering a second edition is to expand and emphasize the application chapters providing contemporary examples of human factors test and evaluation (HFTE) enterprises across a range of systems and environments. Coverage of the standard tools and techniques used in HFTE have been updated as well. <br><br> New features of the <i>Handbook of Human Factors Testing and Evaluation</i> include:<br> *new chapters covering human performance testing manufacturing ergonomics anthropometry generative design methods and usability testing;<br> *updated tools and techniques for modeling simulation embedded testing training assessment and psychophysiological measurement;<br> *new applications chapters presenting human factors testing examples in aviation and avionics forestry road safety and software systems; and<br> *more examples illustrations graphics and tables have been added.<br><br> The orientation of the current work has been toward breadth of coverage rather than in-depth treatment of a few issues or techniques. Experienced testers will find much that is familiar as well as new tools creative approaches and a rekindled enthusiasm. Newcomers will discover the diversity of issues methods and creative approaches that make up the field. In addition the book is written in such a way that individuals outside the profession should learn the intrinsic value and pleasure in ensuring safe efficient and effective operation as well as increased user satisfaction through HFTE.</p>