A Whole Body Postural Loading Simulation and Assessment Model for Workplace Analysis and Design

    Authors

    F. Rebelo; K. C. da Silva;W. Karwowski

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    Abbreviated Journal Title

    Int. J. Occup. Saf. Ergon.

    Keywords

    simulation models; spinal loading; ergonomics; manual materials; handling; work design; safety; INTRADISCAL PRESSURE; LUMBAR SPINE; ERGONOMICS; MECHANICS; WORK; Ergonomics; Public, Environmental & Occupational Health

    Abstract

    This study reports on the development and validation of a new computer model for simulating human postures at work, and assessing the reaction forces and bending moments in 43 human articulation joints. The proposed model estimates the intradiscal pressure in the vertebral column in response to external loading forces encountered during human interactions with work objects or processes. The model was implemented in a self-contained interactive software package. The simulation results compare favorably with the reported experimental data, and provide reasonable confidence in the quality of the model. Its characteristics and its applications in evaluating physical task performance are also discussed.

    Journal Title

    International Journal of Occupational Safety and Ergonomics

    Volume

    18

    Issue/Number

    4

    Publication Date

    1-1-2012

    Document Type

    Article

    Language

    English

    First Page

    509

    Last Page

    519

    WOS Identifier

    WOS:000313372100006

    ISSN

    1080-3548

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