Decrements in Tracking and Visual Performance during Vibration

Abstract

This literature review specifies the decrements in human performance on tracking and visual acuity tasks during vibration in terms of frequency, acceleration, and direction of vibration. For z-axis (vertical) vibration, which has been studied most extensively, it has been possible to develop tentative equal-decrement curves in terms of frequency and acceleration. For x-axis (longitudinal) and y-axis (lateral) vibration, there are not enough data to do so. The effects of other variables are discussed briefly, and an hypothesis is offered for translating experimental results into predictions of performance decrements for workers in vibration environments.