ergonomics
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Definition
- Noun:
- The applied science of equipment design: Ergonomics is the study and application of principles intended to optimize human well-being and overall system performance by designing products, systems, and environments to fit the people who use them.
- The study of work and working conditions: It specifically focuses on the relationship between workers and their occupational environments, aiming to reduce discomfort, fatigue, and risk of injury.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- Good office ergonomics can prevent back pain and repetitive strain injuries.
- The company hired a consultant to improve the ergonomics of the factory workstation.
- This chair was designed with ergonomics in mind.
Advanced Usage
"Human factors and ergonomics": This is the full name of the discipline, often used in academic and professional contexts to emphasize the integration of human capabilities and limitations into design.
- The course covers principles of human factors and ergonomics.
"Ergonomic design": A common phrase describing products or systems created according to ergonomic principles.
- The ergonomic design of the keyboard helps reduce wrist strain.
Variants and Related Words
Ergonomic (adj): Pertaining to or designed for efficiency and comfort in the working environment.
- An ergonomic mouse is shaped to fit the hand naturally.
Ergonomist (n): A specialist in the field of ergonomics.
- The ergonomist assessed the new assembly line layout.
Synonyms
- Human factors engineering: A synonymous term, especially in North American contexts.
- Biotechnology (in this specific context): The application of biological principles to engineering design for human use.
Related Phrases
"Consider the ergonomics of": To think about the human-use design aspects of something.
- When buying a desk, you must consider the ergonomics of your daily tasks.
"Ergonomic assessment/evaluation": A formal analysis of a workspace or product from an ergonomic perspective.
- The office manager scheduled an ergonomic assessment for all employees.
Noun
- the branch of engineering science in which biological science is used to study the relation between workers and their environments