Essays about: "Visual ergonomics"

Showing result 11 - 15 of 19 essays containing the words Visual ergonomics.

  1. 11. Development of a high flow aerosol sampling device

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Innovation

    Author : Saman Souzani; Hamza Licina; [2017]
    Keywords : Technology and Engineering;

    Abstract : Small biological airborne particles (aerosols) reside in the atmosphere and can influence human health, the climate and the environment. Whereas aerosol sampling technology is well-known, there is currently no satisfactory high-volume flow impinger for health and atmospheric monitoring applications. READ MORE

  3. 12. Seat belt and headrest adjustment: Increasing truck driver comfortability

    University essay from KTH/Skolan för industriell teknik och management (ITM); KTH/Industriell ekonomi och organisation (Inst.)

    Author : Kathrine Berg; Elinor Petersson; [2017]
    Keywords : Anthropometrics; truck; safety; belt; headrest; comfort; ergonomics; seat; Antropometri; lastbil; säkerhet; bälte; säkerhetsbälte; nackstöd; komfort; ergonomi; stol;

    Abstract : Truck drivers spend long, consecutive periods of time seated down, and the truck cab becomes their immediate work environment. Therefore, it is important to make sure that this space is properly adapted to fit the driver’s needs well. The driver seat is something the driver are very much in contact with. READ MORE

  4. 13. Planning interior lighting in a truck cab : A thesis in visual ergonomics

    University essay from Linköpings universitet/Maskinkonstruktion

    Author : Erik Asp; David Järlstig; [2016]
    Keywords : ;

    Abstract : A long-haulage truck cab from Scania is an environment that involves various activities and combines a working place with compact living which sets different requirements on the lighting environment depending on the activity. Truck drivers have different requirements in means of visual ergonomics and preference on the lighting design. READ MORE

  5. 14. Interface Development for Semi-Autonomous Trucks : Visual and Auditory Feedback

    University essay from Linköpings universitet/Maskinkonstruktion; Linköpings universitet/Tekniska fakulteten

    Author : Frida Eriksson; Märta Andersson; [2015]
    Keywords : Interface; Interaction; HMI; Display; Development; Semi-Autonomous; Concept; Prototype; Forklift; Trucks; Truck; Visual; Auditory; Feedback; Toyota; TMHE; Design; Ergonomics; Sound; GUI; Automation; Autonomous; Driver; User; Truckar; Truck; Gränssnitt; Feedback; Återkoppling; Användare; Förare; Automation; Interaktion; Semi-automation; Ljud; Display; Toyota; TMHE;

    Abstract : Vehicles are becoming increasingly autonomous, as automotive industries are investing in innovative technology. Therefore the technology becomes more available and affordable, making it possible for Toyota Material Handling Europe (TMHE) to introduce automated features in their trucks. READ MORE

  6. 15. Placement of Controls in Construction Equipment Using Operators´Sitting Postures : Process and Recommendations

    University essay from Linköpings universitet/Maskinkonstruktion; Linköpings universitet/Tekniska högskolan

    Author : Charlotte Jalkebo; [2014]
    Keywords : Motion capture; controls; placement; posture identification; construction equipment; operator environment; volvo ce; depth sensor; inertial; optical; zone of reach; zone of comfort; H-point; SIP; Seat index point; product development; ergonomics; Work Related Musculoskeletal Disorders; Human Machine Interaction; HMI; WRMD; Anthropometry; Catia; RAMSIS; GEometric; Kinematic; backhoe loader; wheel loader; articulated hauler; excavator; Faro-Arm; CMM; Skeleton points; skin points; sitting posture; operating posture; categorization; V model; visual fields; percentile; road condition; skill level; sight point; Abrasion; speed; visibility; FOV; field of view; primary; secondary; tertiary; ZoC; ZoR; mid-eye; Design aid; safety; heavy truck;

    Abstract : An ergonomically designed work environment may decrease work related musculoskeletal disorders, lead to less sick leaves and increase production time for operators and companies all around the world. Volvo Construction Equipment wants to deepen the knowledge and investigate more carefully how operators are actually sitting whilst operating the machines, how this affects placement of controls and furthermore optimize controls placements accordingly. READ MORE