driverkäsitteen
The driverkäsitteen, literally meaning “the driver concept” in Finnish, is a term used in automotive engineering and cognitive ergonomics to describe the conceptual framework that characterizes how drivers perceive, decide, and act while operating a vehicle. It integrates drivers’ goals, constraints, mental models, and interactions with vehicle systems and road environments.
Etymology and scope: The expression combines the Finnish word käsitteen (genitive of käsite, concept) with the
Core components: The driverkäsitteen encompasses perception and attention, situational awareness, decision making, motor control, and workload
Applications: It serves as a reference in designing cockpit layouts, control interfaces, and driver-monitoring systems, as
Research methods: Studies draw on driving simulators, naturalistic driving data, psychophysiological measurements, and cognitive modeling to
See also: Driver behavior, human factors, human–machine interaction, automotive user experience, adaptive cruise control, driver monitoring