Performance-based evaluation of graphic displays for nuclear-power-plant control rooms. [PWR; BWR]

Conference · Fri Jan 01 04:00:00 EST 1982

OSTI ID:5236825

Petersen, R J; Banks, W W; Gertman, D I

This paper reports several methodologies for evaluating the perceptual and perceptual/decision making aspects of displays used in the control rooms of nuclear power plants. This NRC funded study focuses upon the Safety Parameter Display System (SPDS) and relates the utility of the display to objective performance and preference measures obtained in experimental conditions. The first condition is a traditional laboratory setting where classical experimental methodologies can be employed. The second condition is an interactive control room simulation where the operator's performance is assessed while he/she operates the simulator. The third condition is a rating scale designed to assess operator preferences and opinions regarding a variety of display formats. The goal of this study is the development of a cost-efficient display evaluation methodology which correlates highly with the operator's ability to control a plant.

• Research Organization: EG and G Idaho, Inc., Idaho Falls (USA)
• DOE Contract Number: AC07-76ID01570
• OSTI ID: 5236825
• Report Number(s): EGG-M-02782; CONF-820318-3; ON: DE82016343
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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