Human Factors

Human Computer Interaction, Human Factors

Emerging tech for Mission Critical Technologies

This article was originally published in Iowa State University’s Human Computer Interaction April 2019 Newsletter. The International Wireless Communications Expo (IWCE) took place March 4 – 8…

Cognitive Psychology, Human Factors

Why the TSA overlooks firearms

We’ve heard many stories in the news about people illegally carrying firearms on their person or in their check luggage. To me and you, this…

Human Computer Interaction, Human Factors

An Introduction to GOMS

When humans use computer systems, they perform tasks, which can be decomposed into smaller goals, operators, methods, and selection rules. In an ideal system, each goal is achieved as…

Cognitive Psychology, Human Factors

Is safe driving technology actually safer?

Does safe driving technology make an operator more alert? New cars are now adorned with a multitude of technological bells and whistles. Some serve entertainment…