Introduction: Work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WMSDs) are recognized as a leading
cause of nonfatal injuries in construction, but no review of existing studies has systematically …

The effective use of computational modeling and simulation tools early in the design process
is arguably becoming a gold standard for modern product development. Compared to many …

Repeated, efficient, and extensive use of prototypes is a vital activity that can make the
difference between successful and unsuccessful entry of new products into the competitive …

One of the primary goals of computer-aided ergonomics is to develop software tools that
allow ergonomics information to be accessed at the earliest stages of design. This case …

Work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WMSDs) are reported to be the most common
category of nonfatal occupational injuries that result in days away from work and are also a …

Occupational Ergonomics: Principles of Work Design focuses on the fundamentals in
ergonomics design and evaluation. Divided into two parts, it covers the background for the …

This article describes the development of models to predict population static strengths and
low back forces resulting from common manual exertions in industry. The resulting …

System design has conventionally been the province of engineers, and the approaches
taken to the design of systems have conventionally led to formal specification of the system …

In most industries, musculoskeletal injuries are the most common work-related reason for
employee absences. These injuries are often caused by static postures or repetitive …

Completely revised and updated, taking the scientific rigor to a whole new level, the second
edition of the Occupational Ergonomics Handbook is now available in two volumes. This …