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The Two Modes of Visual Processing: Implications for Spatial Orientation

NASA NTRS · Conference Paper · 19850001740 · Published 2016-06-06 · Legacy CDMS · 3 authors

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Abstract

The roles of the focal and ambient visual systems in spatial orientation are discussed. The two modes are defined and compared. The contribution of each system is illustrated through examples such as spatial disorientation/motion sickness, vehicle guidance/night driving, visual narrowing under stress/cortical brain damage, and aircraft instrumentation. Emphasis is placed on the need for testing procedures for the ambient system.

Authors

  • Leibowitz, H. W. Pennsylvania State Univ.
  • Shupert, C. L. Pennsylvania State Univ.
  • Post, R. B. California Univ.

Citation

Leibowitz, H. W., Shupert, C. L., Post, R. B. (2016). The Two Modes of Visual Processing: Implications for Spatial Orientation. Legacy CDMS. NASA NTRS ID 19850001740. https://ntrs.nasa.gov/citations/19850001740 ↗