Master's Thesis (f/m/d) Automatic Identification of Gaze Points in Helicopter Cockpit in Real Time

Deutsches Zentrum für Luft- und Raumfahrt e.V. · Braunschweig

ThesisGerman needed: fluent

Still open on 1 Nov

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Key facts

Pay: Paid by a fixed pay scale (TVöD Bund)
Language needed: German and English
Subject you study: Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering

Literature research on existing methods that can be used for the evaluation of eye movements.
Comparison of the researched methods and evaluation based on the requirements arising from the simulator environment, the purpose of application, and the hardware.
Concept development and integration of an algorithm for the automatic identification of gaze movement points in the helicopter cockpit.
Conducting a verification study in the simulator, including evaluation of performance and accuracy.
Documentation of the results in the form of a master's/study thesis in German or English.

Enrolled master's student (or advanced bachelor's student) in the field of aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, computer science, electrical engineering, or comparable degree programmes
Interest in virtual reality and its application in aviation
Basic knowledge in the field of human-machine interaction or eye tracking
Independent and structured way of working
Good language skills in German and English
Experience with VR hardware (e.g., Meta Quest, HTC Vive, Varjo, Microsoft HoloLens)
Programming skills (Matlab, Python, C++, Unity, or Unreal Engine)
Knowledge in the field of flight simulators or flight system technology
Experience with measurement technology (motion capture, tracking systems)

DLR stands for diversity, appreciation, and equality for all people. We promote independent work and the individual development of our employees in their personal and professional environment. For this purpose, our numerous training and further education opportunities are available to you. Equal opportunities are a particular concern for us; we therefore aim to increase the proportion of women in science and management. Applications from severely disabled persons are given preference in case of professional suitability.

Literature research on existing methods that can be used for the evaluation of eye movements.
Comparison of the researched methods and evaluation based on the requirements arising from the simulator environment, the purpose of application, and the hardware.
Concept development and integration of an algorithm for the automatic identification of gaze movement points in the helicopter cockpit.
Conducting a verification study in the simulator, including evaluation of performance and accuracy.
Documentation of the results in the form of a master's/study thesis in German or English.

Enrolled master's student (or advanced bachelor's student) in the field of aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, computer science, electrical engineering, or comparable degree programmes
Interest in virtual reality and its application in aviation
Basic knowledge in the field of human-machine interaction or eye tracking
Independent and structured way of working
Good language skills in German and English
Experience with VR hardware (e.g., Meta Quest, HTC Vive, Varjo, Microsoft HoloLens)
Programming skills (Matlab, Python, C++, Unity, or Unreal Engine)
Knowledge in the field of flight simulators or flight system technology
Experience with measurement technology (motion capture, tracking systems)

DLR stands for diversity, appreciation, and equality for all people. We promote independent work and the individual development of our employees in their personal and professional environment. For this purpose, our numerous training and further education opportunities are available to you. Equal opportunities are a particular concern for us; we therefore aim to increase the proportion of women in science and management. Applications from severely disabled persons are given preference in case of professional suitability.