Overview of a Study on Direction-of-Motion Stereotype Strengths for Automobile Controls

Authors

• Walter W. Wierwille - Vehicle Analysis and Simulation Lab., Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Blacksburg,VA
• John McFarlane - Vehicle Analysis and Simulation Lab., Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Blacksburg,VA

Topic

• Mirrors
• Windows and windshields
• Technical review
• Education and training
• Doors

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