Title

Comparing Physical And Virtual Simulation Use In Ugv Research: Lessons Learned From Hri Research With Two Test Beds

Abstract

This paper details lessons learned from human-robot interaction (HRI) research conducted with physical and virtual unmanned vehicle (UV) test beds. Two subject matter experts (SMEs) were interviewed regarding their experiences using the test beds, and content was categorized to address validity issues and practical concerns that researchers should consider when studying human operation of UVs. Interview data revealed that from a practical standpoint, virtual simulation is favored over physical simulation. Virtual simulation was also highlighted for permitting greater internal and construct validity than physical simulation. For tele-operation studies, however, physical simulation was identified as more externally valid than virtual simulation, but this advantage diminished for research at higher levels of autonomy. In general, this paper can serve as a resource for researchers who must choose between the two simulation methods. Copyright 2013 by Human Factors and Ergonomics Society, Inc.

Publication Date

12-13-2013

Publication Title

Proceedings of the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society

Number of Pages

2017-2021

Document Type

Article; Proceedings Paper

Personal Identifier

scopus

DOI Link

https://doi.org/10.1177/1541931213571451

Socpus ID

84889818838 (Scopus)

Source API URL

https://api.elsevier.com/content/abstract/scopus_id/84889818838

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