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Human Readiness Levels Explained

J See

2021Ergonomics in Design The Quarterly of Human Factors Applications13 citationsDOIOpen Access PDF

Abstract

The Human Readiness Level scale complements and supplements the existing technology readiness level scale to support comprehensive and systematic evaluation of human system aspects throughout a system’s life cycle. The objective is to ensure humans can use a fielded technology or system as intended to support mission operations safely and effectively. This article defines the nine human readiness levels in the scale, explains their meaning, and illustrates their application using a helmet-mounted display example.

Topics & Concepts

Scale (ratio)Computer scienceMeaning (existential)Human lifeRisk analysis (engineering)Human–computer interactionSystems engineeringEngineeringPsychologyBusinessTheologyPhilosophyPsychotherapistQuantum mechanicsPhysicsHumanityTechnology Assessment and Management