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'''Human-in-the-loop''' or '''HITL''' is defined as a model that requires human interaction.<ref>"DoD Modeling and Simulation (M&S) Glossary", DoD 5000.59-M, [[United States Department of Defense|DoD]], January 1998 [http://www.dtic.mil/whs/directives/corres/pdf/500059m.pdf]</ref><ref>Karwowski, Waldemar, "International encyclopedia of ergonomics and human factors", ISBN 0-415-30430-X, 9780415304306, [[CRC Press]], 2006 [http://books.google.com/books?id=3hkbHSV81XMC&pg=PA2407&lpg=PA2407&dq=HITL+Human-In-The-Loop&source=bl&ots=tICFpOTikh&sig=mUwqhYGUOO7J-wgiFp1ApCFgrj8&hl=en&ei=9fwWSpPPD6mFlAeps_TzCw&sa=X&oi=book_result&ct=result&resnum=4]</ref> HITL is associated with virtual modeling & simulation (M&S) in the [[live, virtual, and constructive]] [[Taxonomy (general)|taxonomy]]. HITL models may conform to [[human factors]] requirements as is the case of a [[Mockup|mockup]]. In this type of simulation a human is always part of the simulation and consequently influences the outcome in such a way that is difficult if not impossible to reproduce exactly. HITL also readily allows for the identification of problems and requirements that may not be easily identified by other means of simulation.

'''Human-in-the-loop''' ('''HITL''') is used in multiple contexts. It can be defined as a model requiring human interaction.<ref>"DoD Modeling and Simulation (M&S) Glossary", DoD 5000.59-M, [[United States Department of Defense|DoD]], January 1998 {{cite web |url=http://www.dtic.mil/whs/directives/corres/pdf/500059m.pdf |title=Directives Division |accessdate=2009-04-22 |url-status=dead |archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20070710104756/http://www.dtic.mil/whs/directives/corres/pdf/500059m.pdf |archivedate=2007-07-10 }}</ref><ref>Karwowski, Waldemar, ''[https://books.google.com/books?id=3hkbHSV81XMC&pg=PA2407 International encyclopedia of ergonomics and human factors]'', {{ISBN|0-415-30430-X}}, 9780415304306, [[CRC Press]], 2006</ref> HITL is associated with [[modeling and simulation]] (M&S) in the [[live, virtual, and constructive]] [[Taxonomy (general)|taxonomy]]. HITL along with the related human-'''on'''-the-loop are also used in relation to [[lethal autonomous weapon]]s.<ref name=army>{{cite web|url=https://www.armyupress.army.mil/Journals/Military-Review/English-Edition-Archives/May-June-2017/Pros-and-Cons-of-Autonomous-Weapons-Systems/|title=Pros and Cons of Autonomous Weapons Systems|author1=Amitai Etzioni|author2=Oren Etzioni|work=army.mil|date=June 2017}}</ref> Further, HITL is used in the context of [[machine learning]].<ref name=medium>{{cite news|url=https://medium.com/vsinghbisen/what-is-human-in-the-loop-machine-learning-why-how-used-in-ai-60c7b44eb2c0|title=What is Human in the Loop Machine Learning: Why & How Used in AI?|author=Vikram Singh Bisen|date=May 20, 2020|work=medium.com}}</ref>

==Machine learning==

HITL is often referred to as interactive simulation, which is a special kind of physical simulation in which physical simulations include human operators, such as in a [[Flight simulator|flight simulator]] or a [[driving simulator]].<ref>Simulation - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Retrieved July 19, 2010, from http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Simulation</ref>

In machine learning, HITL is used in the sense of humans aiding the computer in making the correct decisions in building a model.<ref name=medium /> HITL improves machine learning over random sampling by selecting the most critical data needed to refine the model.<ref name=schizophrenia>{{cite journal|title=Improving the Applicability of AI for Psychiatric Applications through Human-in-the-loop Methodologies|author1=Chelsea Chandler|author2=Peter W Foltz|author3=Brita Elvevåg|date=26 May 2022|journal=Schizophrenia Bulletin|volume=48|issue=5|pages=949–956|doi=10.1093/schbul/sbac038|pmid=35639561 |pmc=9434423 }}</ref>

==BenefitsSimulation==

In simulation, HITL models may conform to [[human factors]] requirements as in the case of a [[mockup]]. In this type of simulation, a human is always part of the simulation and consequently influences the outcome in such a way that is difficult if not impossible to reproduce exactly. HITL also readily allows for the identification of problems and requirements that may not be easily identified by other means of simulation.

Human-in-the-loop allows the user to change the outcome of an event or process. HITL is extremely effective for the purposes of training because it allows the trainee to immerse themselves in the event or process {{Citation needed|date=June 2013}}. The immersion effectively contributes to a positive transfer of acquired skills into the real world. This can be demonstrated by trainees utilizing flight simulators in preparation to become pilots.

HITL is often referred to as interactive simulation, which is a special kind of physical simulation in which physical simulations include human operators, such as in a [[Flightflight simulator|flight simulator]] or a [[driving simulator]].<ref>Simulation - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Retrieved July 19, 2010, from http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Simulation</ref>

HITL also allows for the acquisition of knowledge in regards to how a new process may impact a particular event. Utilizing HITL allows participants to interact with realistic models and attempt to perform as they would in an actual scenario. HITL simulations bring to the surface issues that would not otherwise be apparent until after a new process has been deployed. A real world example of HITL simulation as an evaluation tool is the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) use of HITL simulation to allow air traffic controllers to test new automation procedures by allowing controllers to direct the activities of simulated air traffic while monitoring the impact of the newly implemented procedures.<ref>Sollenberger, R. (2005). Human-in-the-Loop Simulation Evaluating the Collocation of the User Request Evaluation Tool. U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration, 1. Retrieved July 19, 2010, from http://hf.tc.faa.gov/technotes/dot-faa-ct-tn04-28.pdf</ref>

===Benefits===

With almost any process there always remains the human element which can only be reproduced using HITL simulation. Although much can be done to automate systems, humans typically still need to take the information provided by a system to determine the next course of action based on their judgment and experience. Intelligent systems can only go so far in certain circumstances to automate a process; only real humans in the simulation can accurately judge the final design. Table top simulation may be useful in the very early stages of project development for the purpose of collecting data to set broad parameters, but the important decisions require human-in-the-loop simulation.<ref>Human-in-the-loop simulation: The right tool for port design. (2007, Spring). Port Technology International, 32, 1-2. Retrieved July 19, 2010, from http://www.marinesafety.com/research/documents/HumanintheloopSimulationasPublishedinPortTechnologyInternationalIssue32.pdf</ref>

Human-in-the-loop allows the user to change the outcome of an event or process. HITL is extremely effective for the purposes of training because it allows the trainee to immerse themselves in the event or process {{Citation needed|date=June 2013}}. The immersion effectively contributes to a positive transfer of acquired skills into the real world. This can be demonstrated by trainees utilizing flight simulators in preparation to become pilots.

HITL also allows for the acquisition of knowledge in regards toregarding how a new process may impactaffect a particular event. Utilizing HITL allows participants to interact with realistic models and attempt to perform as they would in an actual scenario. HITL simulations bring to the surface issues that would not otherwise be apparent until after a new process has been deployed. A real -world example of HITL simulation as an evaluation tool is its usage by the [[Federal Aviation Administration’sAdministration]] (FAA) use of HITL simulation to allow air traffic controllers to test new automation procedures by allowing controllers to directdirecting the activities of simulated air traffic while monitoring the impacteffect of the newly implemented procedures.<ref>Sollenberger, R. (2005). Human-in-the-Loop Simulation Evaluating the Collocation of the User Request Evaluation Tool. U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration, 1. Retrieved July 19, 2010, from http://hf.tc.faa.gov/technotes/dot-faa-ct-tn04-28.pdf {{Webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20100609162019/http://hf.tc.faa.gov/technotes/dot-faa-ct-tn04-28.pdf |date=2010-06-09 }}</ref>

==Human-in-the-loop simulation within virtual simulation taxonomy ==

Virtual simulations inject Human-in-the-Loop in a central role by exercising [[motor control]] skills (i.e., flying an airplane), [[decision making]] skills (i.e., committing fire control resources to action), or [[communication skills]] (i.e., as members of a [[C4I]] team).

WithAs almostwith anymost processprocesses, there alwaysis remainsalways the possibility of [[human elementerror]], which can only be reproduced using HITL simulation. Although much can be done to automate systems, humans typically still need to take the information provided by a system to determine the next course of action based on their judgment and experience. Intelligent systems can only go so far in certain circumstances to automate a process; only real humans in the simulation can accurately judge the final design. Table topTabletop simulation may be useful in the very early stages of project development for the purpose of collecting data to set broad parameters, but the important decisions require human-in-the-loop simulation.<ref>Human{{Cite web |date=2007 |title=‘Human-in-the-looploop’ simulation: The right tool for port design. (2007, Spring)|url=http://www.marinesafety.com/research/documents/HumanintheloopSimulationasPublishedinPortTechnologyInternationalIssue32.pdf Port|url-status=dead Technology International, 32, 1|archive-2url=https://web. Retrieved July 19, 2010, from archive.org/web/20110714034605/http://www.marinesafety.com/research/documents/HumanintheloopSimulationasPublishedinPortTechnologyInternationalIssue32.pdf |archive-date=2011-07-14 |website=marinesafety.com |publisher=Port Technology International}}</ref>

==Examples of human-in-the-loop simulators==

*Flight Simulators

*Driving Simulators

*Marine Simulators

*Select Computer & Video Games

==Human-in-the-loop= simulation withinWithin virtual simulation taxonomy ===

==Misconceptions==

Virtual simulations inject Human-in-the-LoopHITL in a central role by exercising [[motor control]] skills (i.e.,g. flying an airplane), [[decision making]] skills (i.e.,g. committing fire control resources to action), or [[communication skills]] (i.e.,g. as members of a [[C4I]] team).

Although human-in-the-loop simulation can include a computer simulation in the form of a synthetic environment, computer simulation is not always a form of human-in-the-loop simulation, often this type of simulation is considered human-out-of-the loop simulation. In this particular case a computer model’s behavior is modified according to a set of initial parameters. The results of the model differ from the results stemming from a true human-in-the-loop simulation because the results can easily be replicated time and time again by simply providing identical parameters.

=== Examples===

*[[Flight simulators]]

*[[Driving simulators]]

*Marine Simulatorssimulators

*[[Video games]]

* Supply chain management simulators<ref>{{Cite journal |last=Pinto |first=Roberto |last2=Mettler |first2=Tobias |last3=Taisch |first3=Marco |date=2013-01-01 |title=Managing supplier delivery reliability risk under limited information: Foundations for a human-in-the-loop DSS |url=https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0167923612002886 |journal=Decision Support Systems |volume=54 |issue=2 |pages=1076–1084 |doi=10.1016/j.dss.2012.10.033 |issn=0167-9236}}</ref>

* [[Digital puppetry]]

===Misconceptions===

Although human-in-the-loop simulation can include a computer simulation in the form of a synthetic environment, computer simulation is not alwaysnecessarily a form of human-in-the-loop simulation, oftenand thisis typeoften ofconsidered simulation is consideredas human-out-of-the loop simulation. In this particular case, a computer model’s behavior is modified according to a set of initial parameters. The results of the model differ from the results stemming from a true human-in-the-loop simulation because the results can easily be replicated time and time again, by simply providing identical parameters.

==Weapons==

{{main|Lethal autonomous weapon}}

Three classifications of the degree of human control of autonomous weapon systems were laid out by [[Bonnie Docherty]] in a 2012 [[Human Rights Watch]] report.<ref name=army />

*'''human-in-the-loop''': a human must instigate the action of the weapon (in other words not fully autonomous)

*'''human-on-the-loop''': a human may abort an action

*'''human-out-of-the-loop''': no human action is involved

==See also==

{{Wiktionary|in the loop}}

*[[Humanistic intelligence]], which is intelligence that arises by having the human in the feedback loop of the computational process<ref>{{Cite journal |last=Minsky |first=Marvin |last2=Kurzweil |first2=Ray |last3=Mann |first3=Steve |date=2013 |title=The society of intelligent veillance |url=https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/document/6613095 |journal=Technology and Society |publisher=IEEE}}</ref>

* [[Reinforcement learning from human feedback]]

* [[MIM-104_Patriot#US-led_invasion_of_Iraq_(2003)|MIM-104 Patriot]] - Examples of a human-on-the-loop lethal autonomous weapon system posing a threat to friendly forces.

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