Statement of editorial policy

IEEE Transactions on Man-Machine Systems is published to promote the dissemination of concepts, methods of experiment, results, and applications to design pertaining to man-machine systems. This includes the following areas: Continuous manual control of vehicles and industrial processes; basic motor skills. Man-computer decision making; computer displays and input techniques; user-oriented languages; computer-aided instruction. Communication devices and techniques in normal and unusual environments; applied sensory research; signal detection and pattern recognition. System simulation and design; training of operators; operator performance in vigilance and monitoring tasks; maintenance and reliability techniques. Large-scale man-machine systems; consumer preference evaluation techniques; accident prevention and safety. Acceptable papers may range from mathematical modeling and computer simulation, through laboratory experimentation, to system design and field evaluation. Papers describing successful application of conventional theory and techniques in conventional problem areas ordinarily are not acceptable. Papers previously published in journals of wide public circulation are not acceptable. First priority will be given to papers in areas of current interest that contribute original ideas soundly presented. Tutorial or review papers in such areas are also welcome. Each paper is normally submitted to three referees, either members of the editorial board or others, who, in the opinion of the Editor, are recognized experts in fields appropriate to the particular paper. A referee is at liberty to disqualify himself and suggest another whom he considers more suitable. Short communications are encouraged. These may be abbreviated papers, relevant comments on other papers published in this TRANSACTIONS, authors´ rebuttals to same, or letters to the Editor. Reviews of appropriate new books are also solicited.