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Human Readiness Levels Explained

Journal Article · · Ergonomics in Design: The Quarterly of Human Factors Applications
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  1. Sandia National Lab. (SNL-NM), Albuquerque, NM (United States)

The Human Readiness Level scale complements and supplements the existing technology readiness level scale to support comprehensive and systematic evaluation of human system aspects throughout a system’s life cycle. The objective is to ensure humans can use a fielded technology or system as intended to support mission operations safely and effectively. This article defines the nine human readiness levels in the scale, explains their meaning, and illustrates their application using a helmet-mounted display example.

Research Organization:
Sandia National Laboratories (SNL-NM), Albuquerque, NM (United States)
Sponsoring Organization:
USDOE National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA)
Grant/Contract Number:
AC04-94AL85000; NA0003525
OSTI ID:
1787523
Report Number(s):
SAND--2021-4299J; 695465
Journal Information:
Ergonomics in Design: The Quarterly of Human Factors Applications, Journal Name: Ergonomics in Design: The Quarterly of Human Factors Applications Journal Issue: 4 Vol. 29; ISSN 1064-8046
Publisher:
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Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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