Essays about: "repetitive work"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 102 essays containing the words repetitive work.

  1. 1. Product development of hand-held scooping utensil for the pharmaceutical industry

    University essay from KTH/Ergonomi

    Author : Josefin Kruse; [2024]
    Keywords : ;

    Abstract : Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) are one of the most common groups of work-related illnesses. At PET Dispensing, AstraZeneca Södertälje, several MSDs had been linked to a specific scooping utensil made of stainless steel. READ MORE

  3. 2. Wrist Angle Estimation Using Two Wearable Inertial Measurement Units

    University essay from KTH/Medicinteknik och hälsosystem

    Author : Arvin Razavi; [2023]
    Keywords : IMU wrist angle estimation; Wrist absolute angle; IMU-based human motion capture; orientation filter; Complementary filter; Kalman filter; IMU handledsvinkeluppskattning; handleds absolutvinkel; IMU-baserad mänsklig rörelsefångst; orienteringsfilter; komplementfilter; Kalman-filter;

    Abstract : Hand-intensive work is closely related to the prevalence of upper body and hand/wrist work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WMSDs) in office work, manufacturing, service industries, as well as the healthcare industry. Some risk factors include vibrations, forceful exertions, heavy manual handling, repetitive motions, and prolonged nonneutral wrist postures. READ MORE

  4. 3. Stepping Outside of the Mainstream Network : The Concept of Paradiplomacy and its Relevance to Journalism

    University essay from Södertörns högskola/Institutionen för samhällsvetenskaper

    Author : Julius Harro Schmidt; [2023]
    Keywords : paradiplomacy; journalism; media; correspondent; reporting; mainstream network; Paradiplomatie; Journalismus; Medien; Korrespondent; Berichterstattung; Netzwerk;

    Abstract : This thesis explores the journalistic network, sourcing, and interactions with regard to reporting on international conflicts. As a contribution to the field of media and communication studies, this paper offers a new theoretical model of paradiplomacy in journalism and explains its relevance to the profession. READ MORE

  5. 4. A designer-driven approach to procedural generation tools for level design

    University essay from KTH/Skolan för elektroteknik och datavetenskap (EECS)

    Author : Max Truedsson; [2023]
    Keywords : Master Thesis; Game development; Game Design; Procedural generation; PCG; Level creation; Art Tool; 3d Environment design; Master Examensarbete; Spelutveckling; Speldesign; Procedurell generering; PCG; Spelbana Konstruktion; Konst verktyg; 3d miljö design;

    Abstract : Game development is a multifaceted field that involves both traditional software practices and creative work. It is characterized by its iterative and time-consuming process where prototypes are created and then evaluated. This is especially true for creating 3D environments, where it is difficult to evaluate the quality before it is completed. READ MORE

  6. 5. Improving Objectivity and Reliability of Observational Risk Assessment Tools by using Technical Instruments

    University essay from KTH/Skolan för kemi, bioteknologi och hälsa (CBH)

    Author : Cephas Charsmar-Etor; [2023]
    Keywords : Direct measurement instruments; Observational instruments; Body segments and postures; Inertial measurement unit; Wearable sensors;

    Abstract : Ergonomic assessments to determine risks of work-related musculoskeletal disorders as well as to compare designs of work-tasks and workstations, are imperative for high sustainability and productivity in any given industry. Hence, assessment tools that can objectively and reliably capture postures, joint angles and muscle activities play very important role in properly determining risks relating to work and various tasks. READ MORE