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Author(s) :
Boy, G.A., Barbé, J. & Giuliano, S. (2007). Automation and assistance in aeronautics and automotive: Diversity versus homogenization? Proceedings of the AAET’07 Conference, Braunschweig, 26-28 February 2007.

Abstract :
Automobile automation is increasing. In the light of aircraft automation, this paper present a first account on a possible transfer from aeronautics to automobile (AtoA). The common aspect concerns the concept of information-intensive deeper interface between the driver and the mechanical parts of the vehicle in its environment. The automobile is integrating more information technology to improve safety, performance and comfort. We analyze various avionics systems that have been designed and could be taken as analog to automotive systems currently being designed. The AtoA transfer includes participatory design processes where potential users and designers share their viewpoints to incrementally derive a mature product. We are interested in the elicitation of cognitive functions that emerge from the use of prototypes.

Author(s) :
Boy, G.A. (2007). Perceived Complexity and Cognitive Stability in Human-Centered Design. Proceedings of the HCI International 2007 Conference, Beijing, China.

Abstract :
Perceived complexity is analyzed in conjunction with cognitive stability in the context of potential use in human-centered design. These human factors are useful in the process of understanding co-adaptation of people and technology, and consequently for the evaluation of the maturity of a product. Expertise and experience play an important role in the definition and refinement of these two concepts. This paper presents a first account of such concepts in the context of aircraft cockpit design.

Author(s) :
Stephane, L. (2007). Cognitive and Emotional Human models within a Multi-Agent framework. Proceedings of the HCI International 2007 Conference, Beijing, China. July.

Abstract :
In the industrial field, user behavior has been mainly addressed in terms of rational thinking. High-level cognitive processes investigated by Cognitive Engineering are described as logical or rational. We already proposed a cognitive multi-agent model that provides a framework for the peer userartifact highlighting the roles, responsibilities and resources of each pertinent entity involved in the human-machine hybrid system. This cognitive model was employed for various experiments in the cockpit that assessed Workload and Situation Awareness [10]. Techniques such as Eye Tracking were also used. Definitely, the cognitive model helps to understand user behaviors. However, we noticed behavioral differences between users that are hardly explainable only by the cognitive model. So we started to investigate the non-cognitive aspects of the users that are their emotions. This paper presents the integration of cognitive and emotional models that comprise on one hand users' Situation Awareness and on the other hand users' Self Awareness.