This paper describes preliminary results from using an AI robot control software architecture, known as 3T, as the software framework for a procedure tracking system for the space shuttle Remote Manipulator System (RMS). The system, called STPT, is designed to track the expected steps of the crew as they carry out RMS operations, detecting malfunctions in the RMS system from failures or imprope...

The principal impact on the crew of improved technology on the flight deck has been a reduction in the number of tasks that the crew must perform but an increase in the amount of information that must be monitored. Under such circumstances it is difficult to determine the extent of the pilot's workload, yet its assessment is crucial in deciding how many people are required to operate a given ai...

Current manned space operations consist of crew members performing predefined procedures assisted by flight controllers located in Mission Control at Johnson Space Center (JSC). For future operations such as space exploration, where missions are extended and communication delays may be a factor, we are investigating new concepts of operations. Specifically we are developing software agents to a...

Fatigue as an emerging flight safety issue in the aviation industry requires elaborate understanding and critical approach for proactive management practices. The level of crew stress fatigue must be critically managed to prevent accidents. Additionally, have a negative influence on job satisfaction levels. This paper aims examine risk factors that affect performance airline pilots industry. al...

We analyse the description of the operation of the Airbus A320 braking systems contained in the Flight Crew Operating Manual. We use the predicate-action diagrams of Lamport to express and to complete the description, and give reasons why such a more rigorous expression is preferable.

To the Editor: The severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS) outbreak in Taiwan can be traced back to a Taiwanese businessman who returned from mainland China to Taiwan in March 2003 (1). In May 2003, several outer islands belonging to Taiwan reported SARS, and on June 2, 2003, Penghu Army Hospital reported a 40-year-old man with suspected SARS. The patient complained of shortness of breath and ...