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VIRTUAL TEST TRACK EXPERIMENT [1 record]

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Record 1 2002-10-04

English

Subject field(s)
  • Various Proper Names
  • Driving (Road Vehicles)
  • Road Safety
DEF

The first automotive lab to feature a full-scale, moving-base driving simulator that tracks drivers' eye movements while using onboard gadgets and trying to maneuver curves on simulated highways.

OBS

The VIRTTEX simulator is a large spherical chamber held 11 feet off the floor by six computer controlled hydraulic rams. The computer operator monitors the simulator as it moves up, down, and back and forth to simulate acceleration, braking, and turning maneuvers. Inside the chamber, bolted to the floor is a full size 2001 Taurus, with the drivetrain, fuel system, and airbags removed. Almost any car or truck that Ford makes can fit into the simulator, enhancing the realism of the testing.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Appellations diverses
  • Conduite automobile
  • Sécurité routière
DEF

Simulateur permettant d’étudier comment les différentes tâches exécutées au volant affectent les performances et la concentration d’un conducteur.

OBS

Le Virttex [...] prend la forme d’un dôme de 24 pieds de diamètre posé sur des pistons hydrauliques et renfermant une Ford Taurus boulonnée au sol. Tout autour de la voiture s’étale un écran qui diffuse des images routières. Le sujet est invité à jumeler sa conduite à la prise de courriels, à l’utilisation de son agenda électronique, à une séance de rasage ou de maquillage.

Spanish

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