COMPUTER AND USER - Responsibilities and interaction
The technology leaves the user with a
degree of autonomy within safety regulations and takes on a supporting
role, concerning itself with the organisation of the grids, safety and
route-planning.
The central computer
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creates the Airways and Skyways
monitors traffic jams and organises diversions
The user
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chooses the destination
plan a personal route
pilots the aircar within the Airways and Skyways
deviates or aborts his journey as required due to personal choice
The on-board computer
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plans the most efficient route
monitors the immediate environment
and flight behaviour to prevent accidents
functions as an optional auto-pilot
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