Essays about: "Ergonomics of technology"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 179 essays containing the words Ergonomics of technology.

  1. 1. A participatory approach to eliminating Musculoskeletal disorder risk factors in a paper industry workflow : Developing an assisting tool for paper industry workers by exploring work tasks through participatory design activities

    University essay from Luleå tekniska universitet/Institutionen för ekonomi, teknik, konst och samhälle

    Author : Johan Lindqvist; [2024]
    Keywords : Participatory design; Collaborative design; Workshop facilitation; Ergonomics; Musculoskeletal disorders; Antropometrics; Design thinking; Industrial design engineering; Work safety; Deltagande design; Participativ design; Co-design; Workshopfacilitering; Ergonomi; Belastningsergonomi; Antropometri; Design thinking; Industrial design engineering; Arbetsmiljöarbete;

    Abstract : This project was implemented as a Master thesis project in Industrial design engineering (IDE). In collaboration with Billerud Karlsborg, the project was initiated to develop proposal for a technological solution for eliminating a manual handling work task in the production line for coated paper products. READ MORE

  3. 2. Robotic Automation of Mechanical Verification

    University essay from KTH/Integrerad produktutveckling och design

    Author : Sofie Gårdestam; Amalia Kronér; [2024]
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    Abstract : This master thesis explores the implementation of Collaborative robots into Elekta's mechanical product verification process. Elekta is a pioneer in precision radiation therapy solutions. Ensuring the compliance of Elekta's products with performance, safety, and quality criteria is of great importance. READ MORE

  4. 3. THIRD HAND : A solution for the fuel tank assembly at Scania Södertälje

    University essay from Luleå tekniska universitet/Institutionen för ekonomi, teknik, konst och samhälle

    Author : SandraMarie Westerberg; Tova Ödesjö; [2023]
    Keywords : Industrial Design Engineering; Ergonomics; Human-centered design; User-centered design; Safety; Third hand; Automotive; Production; Teknisk Design; Ergonomi; Människocentrerad design; Användarcentrerad design; Säkerhet; Tredje handen; Fordons industri; Produktion;

    Abstract : Scania recently introduced a new fuel tank design. This new design arose a need for extra help when mounting the tank in production, which was solved with two little hooks on each tank. These hooks are today known as the current third hand solution. READ MORE

  5. 4. Evaluation of a Test Rig to Determine the Need For Human Operators in Ergonomic Testing of Pistol Grip Power Tools

    University essay from KTH/Skolan för industriell teknik och management (ITM)

    Author : Felix Ekman; Axel Sernelin; [2023]
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    Abstract : Handheld power tools are found in many different manufacturing processes, everywhere from miniature screw joints in cell phones to safety-critical joints in automotive vehicles. The tools are often used for many consecutive hours which emphasizes the need for good ergonomics to ensure the safety of the operators. READ MORE

  6. 5. Product Solutions for Occupational Health and Safety Risks – A Digital Tool

    University essay from KTH/Skolan för industriell teknik och management (ITM)

    Author : Julia Gårdestam; Sarah Nordh; [2023]
    Keywords : Work Environment; Risk Assessment; Product Proposal; Manual Handling; Digital Tool.; Arbetsmiljö; Riskbedömning; Produktförslag; Manuell hantering; Digitalt verktyg.;

    Abstract : Today, there are clearly defined directives and laws that regulate the work environment in Sweden, but despite this, there are still deficiencies in the work environment for companies. Physical work has a particularly high risk of developing occupational injuries, with heavy lifting being one of the contributing factors. READ MORE