Study on Man-machine Design of Armoured Vehicles Operation Space

Du Hemin,Wang Ting,Changde Lu,Jianning Su,Xuesheng Pei

doi:10.1051/matecconf/201817604004

Abstract

This paper proposes an improved armoured vehicle control room based on ergonomic theory and computer-aided design technology to create efficiency by improving panel layout and seat design. Current design of existing control rooms that do not maximize ergonomics can create operator fatigue and user error. Optimal control room design was created by considering console size, console layout, and user seat dimensions and were entered into JACK software for simulation tests.

Highlights

1.1 Control Room Design Factors Because the design of the armoured vehicle requires two operators in a limited space, it is critical to design the work area to maximize efficiency, personnel comfort so that the two operators can do their jobs without any impediments to their movements
3.1 Console width As the armoured vehicle control room is subject to space constraints, and the operator is mostly male, the size of the male encompasses 95% of all sizes men and is selected as the numerical basis for the console design
The maximum shoulder width of 95% of men in the horizontal dimension of the human body is 469mm

Summary

Analysis of interior design of armored vehicle control room

1.1 Control Room Design Factors Because the design of the armoured vehicle requires two operators in a limited space, it is critical to design the work area to maximize efficiency, personnel comfort so that the two operators can do their jobs without any impediments to their movements. The design of the user’s console is critical because this space is limited where both of the operators will spend most of their time performing duties In response to both operators working long hours in the armoured vehicle performing duties, the console and control panel design in addition to the location of visual displays must be created so that the operators can quickly process information and respond to it while remaining physically comfortable at the same time. The ergonomic variables to optimally design the control room are: The instruments and consoles should be within the operators’ visual range and require little movement during operation, maximize quick and correct interpretation of the data, and minimize operators’ movements and communication in response to the data

Armored car control room design

Design and Simulation Analysis of Armored Vehicle Control Room

Findings

Conclusion