Abstract
A conceptual framework for the design of micro-worlds is presented
in this paper. This is illustrated by a micro-world, called Cabin
Air Management System (CAMS), that has been used in a research program
to investigate human behavior during work with complex systems. Although
CAMS is based on the operational context of spaceflight, its underlying
principles correspond to a process control task. The authors propose
a theoretical framework for micro-world design, which was used to
guide the development of the CAMS micro-world. This may provide a
helpful guideline for researchers wishing to develop a micro-world
by using a more structured approach. A detailed technical description
of CAMS is given to demonstrate the kind of real-world scenarios
that may be simulated with this task environment. Finally, general
aspects of the utility of micro-world research are discussed.
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