NTL Record

Title The Effect of Sight Distance Training on the Visual Scanning of Motorcycle Riders: A Preliminary Look [Traffic Tech]
Record ID 61616
Corporate Creator United States. Department of Transportation. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Publisher United States. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Publication Date 20130201
Language English
Abstract The scanning skills of a vehicle operator represent a key parameter for hazard perception and effective vehicle operation. Overriding one’s sight distance, or not looking far enough ahead down the roadway, may not leave a motorcycle rider enough time to detect and respond to changes in the environment. The study examined in this edition of "Traffic Tech" used eye tracker technology to monitor where motorcycle riders were looking as they rode over an open road course and a closed course. The purpose of the project was to determine if visual behavior differs between beginner riders who have received training on sight distance, beginner riders who have not received training, and experienced riders. An additional objective was to develop the data acquisition system necessary to collect these data, and to demonstrate the feasibility of collecting eye-tracking data on the open road from riders with a variety of experience levels.
Rosap ID dot:2035
Rosap URL https://rosap.ntl.bts.gov/view/dot/2035
TRT Terms Data collection; Driver training; Eye fixations; Motorcycle driving; Motorcyclists; Sight distance; Traffic safety
Geographical
Coverage
United States
Report Number DOT HS 811 690
Availability NHTSA - Behavioral Safety Research
Resource type Brief
URL https://ntlrepository.blob.core.windows.net/lib/61000/61600/61616/811690.pdf
Format PDF
Database NTL Digital Repository