Ergonomics: A Practical Approach

Ergonomics is the use of physiological and psychological principles for the designing and engineering of products, systems and processes. It deals with the interactions among humans and other aspects of system. It uses theories, principles and methods to optimize overall system performance and at the same time ensure human well-being. It focuses on finding the right fit between the equipment, user and the environment. This discipline is further divided into three types. These are cognitive, physical and organizational ergonomics. Some of the common methods used in this field are ethnographic analysis, meta-analysis, human performance modelling, kansei method, focus groups and macroergonomic analysis of structure. This field combines the concepts of various other fields such as anthropometry, biomechanics, psychology, visual design, user interface design and engineering. The topics covered in this extensive book deal with the core aspects of ergonomics. Also included herein is a detailed explanation of the various concepts and applications related to this field. For all those who are interested in this discipline, this book can prove to be an essential guide.