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Lockheed Martin Working On ‘Human-Machine’ Optimization Sensor Technology

By Matthew Beinart

Friday, October 25th, 2019

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Lockheed Martin Working On ‘Human-Machine’ Optimization Sensor Technology

Lockheed Martin's human systems optimization sensors and data dashboard. Photo: Matthew Beinart.

Lockheed Martin [LMT] is working on new “human-machine teaming” sensor technology that aims to track performance and increase the efficiency of users working with artificial intelligence-powered tools. Matthias Ziegler, a program manager with the company’s human systems & autonomy team, told Defense Daily Lockheed Martin is in the process of moving new sensors and algorithms from the lab into testing with end users, with a goal of offering capabilities a la carte for specific training and performance tracking use cases.…

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