Driving, aging, and temporal factors in vision
J.A-A. Smither, M. Mouloua, R. Kennedy, M.D. Gentzler
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AbstractTask analyses of driving usually list a number of visual activities that require switching perceptions between different visual images. But most tests used for certifying and renewing driver licenses ignore the transient nature of seeing and use visual stimuli presented for extended duration under static conditions. Although considerable literature exists on temporal and spatio-temporal processing, transportable, standardized tests of such abilities have not been generally available. This exploratory study involved using a portable computerized test battery of five temporal-acuity tests that we have developed and administering these tests to participants in three age groups. A computer-based driving game was also administered and time to complete the driving course and the number of lane violations made were recorded. Results suggest that measuring temporal visual factors, in particular backward masking, could yield additional information related to driving performance and age, and that future driving research should include measures of both spatial and temporal visual acuity.Keywords: aging; driving; motion perception; temporal vision
J.A-A. Smither, M. Mouloua, R. Kennedy, M.D. Gentzler (2009). Driving, aging, and temporal factors in vision. Gerontechnology, 8(3), 140-149
https://doi.org/10.4017/gt.2009.08.03.005.00