Ergonomics for the Layman Applications in Design 1st Edition by Prabir Mukhopadhyay ISBN 0367334992 978-0367334994
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ISBN 10: 0367334992
ISBN 13: 978-0367334994
Author: Prabir Mukhopadhyay
This book explains the application of ergonomics in three different areas of design, namely product, space, and communication. The book is written in layman’s language and provides examples so that the reader can easily apply the principles to their designs.
This book is easy to understand for those without a background in science and technology. It provides a guide for designers from diverse fields ranging from product design to graphic design and shows how to apply ergonomic principles in products from hand-held products to larger products. It explains the application of anthropometric dimensions, as well as how to design for different spaces ranging from bathrooms to cinema halls. It also focuses on the application of communication ranging from displays to graphic design and discusses the significance of color selection.
This book is ideal for all design students, practicing designers in any field, design faculty, entry-level engineering students, and anyone who is interested in exploring the field of ergonomics.
Features
- Specifically written in such a way to make it easily understood for those not educated in the field
- Shows how to apply the ergonomic principles in design
- Provides an overview of the topic of ergonomics
- Written in a storytelling format
Table of contents:
1 Introduction
Overview
1.1 Ergonomics
1.2 Genesis
1.3 Design and Ergonomics
1.4 Application Areas
1.5 Ergonomics in the Role of a Doctor
1.6 Divisions of Ergonomics in Design
1.7 Assignments
2 Systems Perspective of Ergonomics in Design
Overview
2.1 What is a System?
2.2 Objective of Systems Ergonomics
2.3 Parts of Systems Ergonomics
2.4 Types of Systems
2.5 Systems Characteristics
2.6 Reliability of the Human–Machine System
2.7 The Pyramidal Structure of the Human–Machine/Product–Environment System
2.8 Assignments
3 Human Body Dimensions
Overview
3.1 The Need for a Human Dimension
3.2 Anthropometry
3.3 Procedure
3.4 Types of Anthropometric Dimensions
3.5 Percentile Value
3.6 The Need for Percentile Values in Anthropometry
3.7 The Implication of Percentile Values
3.8 When to Opt for Which Percentile Value in Design
3.9 Steps in Calculating the Percentile Value for Designing Products and Spaces
3.10 Some More
3.11 Body Somatotypes
3.12 Application
3.13 Assignments
4 Ergonomic Principles of Hand-Held Products
Overview
4.1 Ergonomics and the Hand
4.2 Some Ergonomic Principles
4.3 Assignments
5 Ergonomics of Space
Overview
5.1 Humans in the Context of Space
5.2 Ergonomics of Seating
5.3 Psychological Factors in Seating
5.4 Body Structures Associated with Seating
5.5 Different Types of Seating
5.5.1 Seating Design in General
5.5.2 Waiting Areas
5.5.3 Sofa Sets
5.5.4 Cash Counters
5.5.5 Transportation Seating: Drivers and Passengers
5.5.6 Park or Outdoor Seating
5.5.7 Restaurant Seating
5.6 Seating Basics: Non-design Issues
5.7 Kitchen Space
5.7.1 Principles of Kitchen Space Layout
5.8 Bathrooms
5.9 Bedrooms
5.10 Staircases
5.11 Cognitive Ergonomic Issues in Space
5.12 Restaurants
5.13 Auditoriums
5.14 Classrooms
5.15 Bus Stops
5.16 Assignments
6 Exhibition Ergonomics
Overview
6.1 A Crowd and its Management
6.2 Crowd Movement
6.3 Cognitive Ergonomics in Exhibitions
6.4 Placement of Exhibits
6.5 Dark and Light Adaptation in Exhibits
6.6 Movement Patterns in Space
6.7 Assignments
7 Cognitive Ergonomics
Overview
7.1 Cognitive Ergonomics in Design
7.2 Principles
7.3 Human Characteristics
7.4 Sensory Channels
7.4.1 Eye
7.4.2 Ear
7.4.3 Nose
7.4.4 Touch
7.5 Information Processing
7.6 Mental Model
7.7 Stereotype
7.8 Compatibility
7.9 Cognitive Ergonomics in Isolation?
7.10 Cognitive Ergonomics Attributes and Global Variance
7.11 Assignments
8 Ergonomics of Display and Control
Overview
8.1 Interface and Interaction
8.2 Creating the Base for Display and Control Ergonomics
8.2.1 Breaking Your Task into Smaller Components
8.2.2 Dividing Responsibilities between Humans and Machines
8.2.3 Stages in Dividing the Responsibilities between Humans and Machines
8.2.4 The Context of Use
8.3 Control Design
8.4 Display Design
8.4.1 Display Design Principles
8.4.2 Use of Colors in Display
8.4.3 Other Display Types
8.5 Design of a Control Panel
8.6 Designing Ergonomic Interfaces
8.7 Assignments
9 Visual Ergonomics
Overview
9.1 The Human Eye
9.2 Evolution of Communication Modalities
9.3 Information Ergonomics
9.4 Approach
9.5 Print Media
9.5.1 Principles of Ergonomics of Text
9.5.2 Newspapers/Periodicals
9.5.3 Packaging
9.6 Logos/Symbols/Icons
9.7 Wayfinding
9.7.1 Five Ergonomic Principles of Symbol Design
9.8 Ergonomics in Cartography (Map Design)
9.9 Ergonomics of Icon Design
9.9.1 Ergonomic Principles in Icon Design
9.9.2 Ergonomic Issues in Icon Placement.
9.9.3 Cultural Ergonomics in Icon Design
9.10 Assignments
10 Ergonomics in Intangible Design
Overview
10.1 Intangible Design
10.2 Hand Tool/Product Design
10.3 Seat Design
10.4 Time of Day Effect
10.5 Geographical Location and Design
10.6 Predicting Users for Specific Tasks with Specific Tools in Industry
10.7 Assignments
11 Ergonomics in Color
Overview
11.1 Background of Color Ergonomics
11.2 Color Ergonomics in Different Domains of Design
11.3 Color Blindness
11.4 Ergonomics of Color Perception
11.5 Influence of Color on Human Performance
11.6 Color Ergonomics and Design
11.7 Assignments
12 Exercises in Ergonomics Related to Design: Some Guidelines
Chapter 1: Introduction
Chapter 2: Systems Perspective of Ergonomics in Design
Chapter 3: Human Body Dimensions
Chapter 4: Ergonomic Principles of Hand-held Products
Chapter 5: Ergonomics of Space
Chapter 6: Exhibition Ergonomics
Chapter 7: Cognitive Ergonomics
Chapter 8: Ergonomics of Display and Control
Chapter 9: Visual Ergonomics
Chapter 10: Ergonomics in Intangible Design
Chapter 11: Ergonomics in Color
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