Ergonomics 5.0 by Ferro dos Santos, Eduardo; Soares, Marcelo M.;

Short description:

Ergonomics 5.0: Improving Efficiency, Productivity and Contentment in the Workplace is an ideal read for professionals, academics and students in ergonomics and human factors plus production engineers, mechanical engineers and software engineers.

Long description:

In the ever-evolving digital age, technology continues to transform our working methods. These concepts emphasize the central role of humans in every process. Ergonomics 5.0 is developing into a fundamental approach within this new era and ensures that interactions between humans and technology are efficient, effective, healthy, safe and sustainable. This book introduces the transformative potential of Ergonomics 5.0 and how it will be essential for linking humans and technology.

This book is for practitioners looking to understand and apply the principles of Ergonomics 5.0 in their work environment to ensure that technology is used ethically, safely, and enjoyably. It brings together leading researchers and professionals in ergonomics and human factors from around the globe and covers key principles such as digital intelligence, resilience, and sustainability, showcasing how these elements integrate into Ergonomics 5.0. Through international case studies, research findings, and best practices examples, it offers to the reader how to implement Ergonomics 5.0 in various sectors, enhancing efficiency, productivity, and quality of life for workers.

Ergonomics 5.0: Improving Efficiency, Productivity and Contentment in the Workplace is an ideal read for professionals, academics and students in ergonomics and human factors plus production engineers, mechanical engineers and software engineers.

• Defines the key definitions, trends and challenges related to Ergonomics 5.0 giving the reader a complete overview of the topic


• Presents the theoretical issues surrounding Ergonomics 5.0 in one place


• Introduces the methodological issues applied to Ergonomics 5.0, delivering insight into aspects of Industry 4.0 and Society 4.0 as well


• Highlights the key design issues, challenges and troubleshoots when considering Ergonomics 5.0 appoaches and concepts


• Features case studies from around the world, delivered by contributors with a wealth of experience in the topic area

Table of Contents:

1. ergonomics 5.0: principles and perspectives. 2. ergonomics 5.0 for human-centric approach of industry 5.0. 3. challenging innovation with prospective ergonomics. 4. resilience in ergonomics 5.0. 5. inclusive design in ergonomics 5.0 for enhanced workplace efficiency and accessibility. 6. artificial intelligence and the future of neo-human workers: an analysis from the perspective of activity ergonomics. 7. privacy interfaces: a human factors and ergonomics approach. 8. modular approaches for an efficient ux measurement in ergonomics 5.0. 9. understanding accidents and sick leave from work in light of technological developments in the automotive industry. 10. ergonomics 5.0 and artificial intelligence in industry: impacts of occupational stress and strategies for workers' health and organizational efficiency. 11. ergonomics of gamified systems in 5.0 workplaces. 12. validation of kinebot: pioneering ai-driven ergonomics for the 5.0 era. 13. technological devices for ergonomic intervention in the automotive industry. 14. a human-centric assessment of musculoskeletal risks to facilitate a human-centric workplace for train drivers. 15. the importance of the passive skeleton for industry 5.0: the case of the track maintenance activity of a mining industry. 16. ergonomic challenges and health risks in patient handling: addressing musculoskeletal disorders among healthcare personnel in india.