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Ergonomics: How to Design for Ease and Efficiency [Hardcover]

K. H. E. Kroemer (Author), H. B. Kroemer (Author), K. E. Kroemer-Elbert (Author)
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September 13, 1993 0132783592 978-0132783590 1st
Kroemer focuses on human interaction with work tasks and technology and discusses ways to amplify human capabilities, utilize human abilities and facilitate human efficiency. The book is divided into four topical areas: Anatomical and Mechanical Structure of the Human Body; How the Body does its Work; How the Mind Deals with the Environment; and How the Body Interacts with the Environment.


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A reference book written by a practicing ergonomics engineer, explores the "why" and "how" of human engineering/ergonomics.

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Key Benefit: Written by a practicing ergonomics engineer, this new text explores the "why" and "how" of human engineering/ergonomics. Key Topics: It discusses physical (anthropometric, biomechanical) as well as mental capacities of the human; considers how to design the work task, tools, the interface with the machine, and safe work procedures; and addresses contemporary issues of cumulative trauma, back problems, space exploration, design for the handicapped, and computer workstations. Market: For professionals working in the fields of human engineering and ergonomics.

Product Details

  • Hardcover: 640 pages
  • Publisher: Prentice Hall College Div; 1st edition (September 13, 1993)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0132783592
  • ISBN-13: 978-0132783590
  • Product Dimensions: 9.4 x 7.2 x 1.4 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 2.6 pounds
  • Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,094,962 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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4.0 out of 5 stars Go for it, you won't regreat, May 19, 2000
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I bought this book for my school text. It is comprehensive and well organised. Good for beginners...give it a try!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Ergonomics How to Design for Ease and Efficiency Second Edition, October 15, 2009
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Great insight into the field of ergonomics and anthropometrics. It touches upon the medical side of certain applications and provides many everyday examples for practical use.
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4.0 out of 5 stars Good for beginners, August 26, 2004
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Very well written and provides a comprehensive introduction of ergonomics to the beginner.
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