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Activity in neck-shoulder and lower arm muscles during computer and smartphone work
ConclusionsPrevious research has highlighted the benefits of variation of work postures. This paper indicates that replacing the computer with a smartphone gives the trapezius muscle an opportunity to rest. (Source: International Journal of Industrial Ergonomics)
Source: International Journal of Industrial Ergonomics - October 30, 2019 Category: Occupational Health Source Type: research

A mechanism based on finger-sliding behavior for designing radial menus
Publication date: November 2019Source: International Journal of Industrial Ergonomics, Volume 74Author(s): Sheau-Farn Max Liang, Marino Menozzi, Ying-Yin Rudy HuangAbstractHuman behavior about sliding their fingers on touch screens needs to be understood for the design of radial menus. For this purpose, data about the angles of finger sliding in performing radial pointing to eight predefined directions were collected. The optimal angle ranges and boundaries for these directions were then determined by the proposed mechanism. Consistent with previous research, results showed that the deviations of slide angles for the four ...
Source: International Journal of Industrial Ergonomics - October 30, 2019 Category: Occupational Health Source Type: research

Determination of comfortable position for tractor Driver's hands based on dynamic load
In this study, the MVC parameter was determined on the basis of muscle tension amplitude related to the maximum muscle isometric contraction. Based on this parameter, the percentage of developed force of tested muscle in relation to its maximum force-generating capabilities was described. This approach helped to define a relationship between human body position and generated load in human muscles. (Source: International Journal of Industrial Ergonomics)
Source: International Journal of Industrial Ergonomics - October 26, 2019 Category: Occupational Health Source Type: research

Estimation of various sitting postures using a load-cell-driven monitoring system
This study tested a system that measures load on the seat pan and load transferred to the backrest using four load cells installed on the seat pan. Three body weight ratios were calculated and differences in body weight ratios were tested among six sitting postures. The results were considered highly reliable based on strong correlations among three instruments’ results despite differences in force plate and dead load between the results of the monitoring system and the load-measuring system. The findings encourage commercialization and future research that includes gender and physical characteristic differences. (Source...
Source: International Journal of Industrial Ergonomics - October 20, 2019 Category: Occupational Health Source Type: research

Mismatch between classroom furniture and anthropometric measures of university students
This study helps in establishing and motivating necessary further studies in classroom ergonomics in university settings. (Source: International Journal of Industrial Ergonomics)
Source: International Journal of Industrial Ergonomics - October 18, 2019 Category: Occupational Health Source Type: research

A systematic review of comparative studies on ergonomic assessment techniques
Publication date: November 2019Source: International Journal of Industrial Ergonomics, Volume 74Author(s): Mangesh Joshi, Vishwas DeshpandeAbstractThis review provides a systematic overview of the comparison of ergonomic assessment techniques’ output in variety of industrial sectors.The relevant publications have been classified into broad categories such as comparison of applied industry sector, trend analysis, ergonomic assessment techniques been compared, comparative studies between two ergonomic assessment techniques, frequently compared techniques, levels of Action categories used. The summary of extracted data from...
Source: International Journal of Industrial Ergonomics - October 18, 2019 Category: Occupational Health Source Type: research

Effectiveness of ergonomic training to reduce physical demands and musculoskeletal symptoms - An overview of systematic reviews
Publication date: November 2019Source: International Journal of Industrial Ergonomics, Volume 74Author(s): Ana Lucy Rodrigues Ferreira Faisting, Tatiana de Oliveira SatoAbstractWork-related musculoskeletal disorders are associated with awkward postures, excessive force, manual material handling and repetitive movements. This risk factors can be minimized through interventions such as ergonomic training. The literature covers several studies involving the use of this type of intervention, but there is no consensus about the effectiveness of ergonomic training. The aim of this study was to identify the available evidence abo...
Source: International Journal of Industrial Ergonomics - October 15, 2019 Category: Occupational Health Source Type: research

A prospective study of maintenance deviations using HFACS-ME
Publication date: November 2019Source: International Journal of Industrial Ergonomics, Volume 74Author(s): Prasanna Illankoon, Phillip Tretten, Uday KumarAbstractThe factors initiating aviation accidents are usually hidden behind various steps, systems, and tasks, and systematic root-cause analysis is required to uncover the initial factor(s). To reduce the risk of unfavourable events, it is more appropriate to study their causal factors. We argue that an in-depth study on maintenance process deviations could assist in uncovering hidden causal factors. We therefore analyse reported maintenance deviations from an aviation o...
Source: International Journal of Industrial Ergonomics - October 10, 2019 Category: Occupational Health Source Type: research

Human centered design methodology: Case study of a ship-mooring winch
Publication date: November 2019Source: International Journal of Industrial Ergonomics, Volume 74Author(s): José F. Gaspar, Ângelo P. Teixeira, Adriano Santos, C. Guedes Soares, Pavel Golyshev, Nina KählerAbstractThis paper proposes a human centered design process for the marine industry to support naval architects and marine engineers in the integration of human element considerations in the design of ship systems. The proposed Human Centered Design methodology derives from codes and standards, including those for equipment certification. A case study, consisting of the design of a mooring winch and control station, is ...
Source: International Journal of Industrial Ergonomics - October 4, 2019 Category: Occupational Health Source Type: research

Vertical vibration frequency and sitting posture effects on muscular loads and body balance
This study examined the effects of whole body vibration and sitting posture on muscular load, body balance and discomfort. An electric vibrator, a surface electromyography measurement system and a balance evaluation system were used in the experiment. Nine test conditions were studied consisting of three vertical frequencies (no vibration, 20 and 40 Hz) and three sitting postures (erect, bent-forward and twisted). Study results showed that whole body vibration had significant effects on the muscular loads in the torso muscles, body balance and perceived discomfort. Adverse effects generally increased with high-frequency ...
Source: International Journal of Industrial Ergonomics - October 4, 2019 Category: Occupational Health Source Type: research

Tools and methods used by industrial designers for product dimensioning
Publication date: November 2019Source: International Journal of Industrial Ergonomics, Volume 74Author(s): F. Ranger, S. Vezeau, M. LortieAbstractIndustrial designers often take part in dimensioning activities that require anthropometric data. However, little is known about the data, tools and processes used. Hence, this study focused on documenting process. Telephone interviews were conducted with 82 industrial designers involved in the dimensioning of 4 types of objects (vehicles, furniture, tools, and sports equipment). Questions focused on data, tools employed, existing dimensioning activities and difficulties encounte...
Source: International Journal of Industrial Ergonomics - September 25, 2019 Category: Occupational Health Source Type: research

The effect of hand tools’ handle shape on upper extremity comfort and postural discomfort among hand-woven shoemaking workers
Publication date: November 2019Source: International Journal of Industrial Ergonomics, Volume 74Author(s): Hemmat Veisi, Alireza Choobineh, Haleh Ghaem, Zahra ShafieeAbstractHand tools are widely used in a large number of occupations. Many workers have to use hand tools to accomplish their duties. This may cause work-related Upper Extremities Musculoskeletal Disorders (UEMSDs). The present study was conducted in Iranian hand-woven shoe industry to (a) investigate the design of hand tools currently used in hand-woven shoemaking operation and (b) design/redesign the tools' handles based on anthropometric tables and ergonomic...
Source: International Journal of Industrial Ergonomics - September 25, 2019 Category: Occupational Health Source Type: research

Automatic digital mood boards to connect users and designers with kansei engineering
This article investigates the possibility of building a kansei engineering system that is based on rough set probability statistics and is capable of linking kansei words obtained from clients with images that can be continuously collected online. The result is a proposal for a new kansei engineering procedure that contains five cycles and captures users' opinions in all phases of the design process. A subset of real data is used in the application of this procedure to a consumer product, which demonstrates the feasibility of this kind of application. The article presents a complete theoretical model of this system and its...
Source: International Journal of Industrial Ergonomics - September 17, 2019 Category: Occupational Health Source Type: research

Applying fuzzy theory in selecting the image quality factors of 3D televisions
This study applied fuzzy theory to construct a hierarchy of 3D TV image quality factors and got the weights for each of them. Several 3D TV image quality factors were selected based on a review of the literature. A fuzzy c-means algorithm was then used to classify these factors into the criteria, and the hierarchy of the fuzzy analytic network process (ANP) was established. Thirty participants were recruited to conduct the questionnaire survey and the rating of the overall ergonomics. Using the calculation of fuzzy ANP, the weights for 3D TV image quality factors and different brands of 3D TVs were obtained. The results in...
Source: International Journal of Industrial Ergonomics - September 16, 2019 Category: Occupational Health Source Type: research

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Publication date: September 2019Source: International Journal of Industrial Ergonomics, Volume 73Author(s): (Source: International Journal of Industrial Ergonomics)
Source: International Journal of Industrial Ergonomics - September 14, 2019 Category: Occupational Health Source Type: research