adaptive task allocation

in ergonomics, a system design that supports allocation of tasks to the human operator or the machine according to the state of the system, the state of the operator (e.g., if fatigued), or other operational rules. Adaptive task allocation maintains a flexible function allocation policy.

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December 27th 2024

unilateral descent

in anthropology, a system of descent or inheritance in which descent is traced through the male line only (patriarchy) or through the female line only (matriarchy). Also called unilineal descent. Compare bilateral descent. See also descent group.