title: The human use of numbering systems.
abstract: The design of numbering systems for use both by the general public and in industry is considered from the point of view of the individual user. The role of short-term memory is considered with particular reference to the manipulation of numbers and letters. Guidelines are finally given for the improved design of numbering systems.
authors.affiliation: Department of Production Engineering, University of Strathclyde, Glasgow, UK.
authors.forename: C C
authors.initials: CC
authors.lastname: Gallagher