Abstract (300 words maximum)
This study explores the steering direction of drivers using their non-dominant hand when they encounter a silent failure at a T-shaped intersection. Building on previous research that highlights the low probability of participants making false alarms or breaking unexpectedly as well as the belief that left turns allow more time for the individual to steer compared to right turns, we hypothesized drivers would prefer to turn left. Data collection consisted of showing video simulation of a self-driving vehicle to the participant via Microsoft Teams virtual meeting application. We are currently collecting the data.
Academic department under which the project should be listed
RCHSS - Psychological Science
Primary Investigator (PI) Name
Kyung Jung
Inclination of Direction Preference during Silent Failure: Drivers' Response at a Three-Way Junction while using Non-Dominant Hand
This study explores the steering direction of drivers using their non-dominant hand when they encounter a silent failure at a T-shaped intersection. Building on previous research that highlights the low probability of participants making false alarms or breaking unexpectedly as well as the belief that left turns allow more time for the individual to steer compared to right turns, we hypothesized drivers would prefer to turn left. Data collection consisted of showing video simulation of a self-driving vehicle to the participant via Microsoft Teams virtual meeting application. We are currently collecting the data.