Transcription of Ergonomics and Design A Reference Guide - Allsteel
{{id}} {{{paragraph}}}
Ergonomics and DesignA Reference GuideErgonomics and DesignA Reference GuideCompiled and Written byScott Openshaw, AllsteelErin Taylor, AllsteelGraphics byGailyn Minder, AllsteelWoody WitherowTJ LongMarcus Ford 2006 Allsteel Table of Contents Introduction from Allsteel ..1 Product Design Ergonomics 101 ..3 Anthropometric Measurements .. Humans ..6 Anthropometric Databases ..7 Anthropometric Resources ..9 Common Workplace Postures ..11 Standing ..12 Sitting ..12 Reaching ..15 Moving ..15 Common Workplace Motions ..17 Good and Bad Zones ..17 Repetitive Motions ..19 Offi ce Furniture Guidelines for Fit and Function ..21 Anticipate Actions ..22 Chairs ..23 Desk and Worksurfaces ..26 Storage and Files ..29 Accessories ..29 Resources for Designing ergonomic Products ..32 Universal Design Considerations ..33 Wheelchairs ..34 Crutches, Canes, and Walkers ..36 Knobs, Handles, and Controls.
Product Design Ergonomics 101 The word ergonomics comes from two Greek words: • ERGO: meaning work • NOMOS: meaning laws Ergonomics is a science focused on the study of human fi t, and
Domain:
Source:
Link to this page:
Please notify us if you found a problem with this document:
{{id}} {{{paragraph}}}