A STUDY OF DRIVER'S MANEUVER CHARACTERISTICS USING THE JOY-STICK DEVICE. IN: HUMAN FACTORS IN DRIVING AND TELEMATICS, AND SEATING COMFORT

Abstract

The paper describes an experimental vehicle that was remodeled so that the maneuvering condition of the Joy-stick (JH) device can be compared with that of a conventional steering wheel under the same travel conditions. The characteristics, performance and maneuverability of the JH device are reported. Also discussed is an experiment that was conducted using a driving simulator to examine an optimum steer angle with respect to the angle of inclination of the JH by driver's manipulation.