Design Problems in Visual Displays. Part I; Classical Factors in the Legibility of Numerals and Capital Letters.

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Title: Design Problems in Visual Displays. Part I; Classical Factors in the Legibility of Numerals and Capital Letters.
Authors: Shurtleff, D., Air Force Systems Command, L.G. Hanscom Field, MA. Electronic Systems Div.
Availability: Clearinghouse for Federal Scientific & Technical Information, Springfield, Va. 22151 (AD-636 414, MF $.65, HC $3.00).
Peer Reviewed: N
Page Count: 114
Publication Date: 1966
Report Number: AF-19(628)-5165
AF-7030
ESD-TR-66-62
MTR-20
Descriptors: Graphic Arts, Performance Criteria, Printing, Research Reviews (Publications), Visual Discrimination, Visual Perception, Visual Stimuli
Abstract: The effects of classical factors, such as symbol geometry, symbol brightness, and brightness contrast, upon the legibility of numerals and capital letters are discussed. Included is a consideration of the literature of the last few decades relevant to the specification of acceptable operator performance criteria which must be met by a given display device. Selected studies are reviewed in detail and referenced. For each study, conclusions are drawn and recommendations are made for display design and application. (Author/LH)
Journal Code: RIEJAN1969
Entry Date: 1969
Accession Number: ED021486
Database: ERIC
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Abstract:The effects of classical factors, such as symbol geometry, symbol brightness, and brightness contrast, upon the legibility of numerals and capital letters are discussed. Included is a consideration of the literature of the last few decades relevant to the specification of acceptable operator performance criteria which must be met by a given display device. Selected studies are reviewed in detail and referenced. For each study, conclusions are drawn and recommendations are made for display design and application. (Author/LH)