Citation

Connors MM, Harrison AA, Summit J. Behav. Sci. 1994; 39(3): 183-212.

Affiliation

NASA ARC

Copyright

(Copyright © 1994, Behavioral Science and the General Systems Science Foundation)

DOI

unavailable

PMID

8060292

Abstract

Space exploration missions will require combining human and technical subsystems into overall "crew systems" capable of performing under the rigorous conditions of outer space. This report describes substantive and conceptual relationships among humans, intelligent machines, and communication systems, and explores how these components may be combined to complement and strengthen one another. We identify key research issues in the combination of humans and technology and examine the role of individual differences, group processes, and environmental conditions. We conclude that a crew system is, in effect, a social cyborg, a living system consisting of multiple individuals whose capabilities are extended by advanced technology.

Language: en