This chart demonstrate the effect of distraction on manual control. Mostly, it affects the performance and skill development in routine operation .

The operator's performance is best when the mapping from the operator's intention to action is direct. This kind of mapping enables skill acquisition by practice, resulting in seamless, carefree operation.

Distraction occurs when the operators need to examine the situation in order to forecast the effect of the action and to decide if it should fit the intention. The case that the action is not as intended is called mode confusion

Updated on 16 May 2016.