Abstract
This paper presents a case study of the design of a micro-world for
a transportation system. It outlines the characteristics of this
domain and draws comparisons with other micro-world application areas.
Using a theoretical framework for micro-world design, it demonstrates
how the use of theory helps in the design process. A detailed technical
description is given of the micro-world CABOT (Computer-Aided Bridge
Operation Task), which simulates the work environment of a watchkeeper
on a highly-automated ship's bridge. This provides a general indication
of the kind of experimental scenarios that can be modelled with CABOT.
Illustrations are given of how Image has been employed in research.
The paper ends with a discussion of methodological issues and presents
directions for future research.
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