Case of the Killer Robot
Article: “Killer Robot” Interface

• FACT: Dr. Gritty concludes that it was the interface design that killed Bart Mathews

• FACT: Error message appears in green with an error number, no audio indicators

• Inappropriate use of color

• FACT: Emergency abort requires six separate sub menu choices

• Poor visibility, poor hierarchy.

• where is the big red button?

• FACT: No feedback from entry

• FACT: Reference book is needed to determine the error and appropriate response