Describe how the users and/or operators interact with the system, and the nature of the user interface requirements

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Describe how the users and/or operators interact with the system, and the nature of the user interface requirements (e.g., graphic user interface or GUI).

The following plants/systems may be considered:

1. A hybrid electric vehicle

2. A household robot (e.g., rumba)

3. A smart camera

4. A smart airbag system for an automobile

5. Rover mobile robot for Mars exploration, developed by NASA. For example, the “Spirit” or Opportunity rovers.

6. An automated guided vehicle (AGV) for a manufacturing plant

7. A flight simulator

8. A hard disk drive for a personal computer

9. A packaging and labeling system for a grocery item

10. A vibration testing system (electrodynamic or hydraulic)

11. An active orthotic device to be worn by a person to assist a disabled or weak hand (which has some sensation, but not fully functional).