Focused Analysis and Training Environments

Author

Armstrong, F. Bradley ; Mazziotti, B.W. ; Benjamin, Wchelle ; Powell, Ken

Author_Institution

ABB Power T&D Co. Inc., Raleigh, NC, USA

fYear

1994

fDate

11-14 Dec. 1994

Firstpage

1288

Lastpage

1295

Abstract

This paper introduces the concept of a Focused Analysis and Training Environment (FATE) as a logical evolutionary step for analysis techniques such as simulation. The intent of a FATE is to provide complete analysis capabilities to untrained users responsibly. A FATE consists of a sophisticated, graphical user interface that completely encapsulates an analysis tool such as simulation. The FATE concept exploits the fast construction times possible when using the new generation of software development tools by focusing on a very specific set of users and a subset of their problems. Narrow focus allows the FATE to control all aspects of use including data input, analysis, and reporting. The example included in this paper presents a prototype for the simulation-based subset of FATEs called Focused Application Simulator and Trainers (FAST).

Keywords

computer based training; computer literacy; digital simulation; graphical user interfaces; software tools; FAST; FATE; Focused Analysis and Training Environment; Focused Application Simulator and Trainers; analysis tool; data analysis; data input; fast construction times; graphical user interface; reporting; simulation; simulation-based subset; software development tools; untrained users; Analytical models; Animation; Costs; Data analysis; Graphical user interfaces; Programming; Software prototyping; Textile technology; Virtual manufacturing; Virtual prototyping;

fLanguage

English

Publisher

ieee

Conference_Titel

Simulation Conference Proceedings, 1994. Winter

Print_ISBN

0-7803-2109-X

Type

conf

DOI

10.1109/WSC.1994.717521

Filename

717521