Technical design

Embedded System Design: Modeling, Synthesis and Verification introduces a model-based approach to system level design.

In the last half-century, high-speed water transportation has developed rapidly.

Shows why plastics, in aggregate, have become a toxin to humans, wildlife, and the planet, and proposes novel solutions that involve neither traditional recycling nor giving up plastic.

A complete introduction to the field, Ergonomics: Foundational Principles, Applications and Technologies discusses scientific principles, research, applications, and emerging trends in technology.

Now in its fourth edition, Behavioral Research and Analysis: An Introduction to Statistics within the Context of Experimental Design presents an overview of statistical methods within the context of experimental design.

With a focus on the Italian School of machine design as founded by R.

The Japan Institute of Plant Maintenance defines safety as the maintenance of peace of mind

In the almost ten years since the publication of the first edition of Motor Fleet Safety and Security Management, the availability of new methods of transportation has made travel faster, and consequently, safety and security have become more important and more complex.

In the last 20 years, technological developments have set new standards in driver-vehicle interaction.

With a rigorous and comprehensive coverage, the second edition of Compliant Mechanisms: Design of Flexure Hinges provides practical answers to the design and analysis of devices that incorporate flexible hinges.

With the help of guides and tables, this book assists readers in making the right lighting technology choices for specific applications, introduces readers to the topic of dynamic lighting that can accommodate a range of needs and tasks under one system, and helps a variety of professionals (from local authorities to doctors) to design the appropriate living and working environments for a wide spectrum of people with special requirements.

Student design engineers often require a "e;cookbook"e; approach to solving certain problems in mechanical engineering.

Since computer scientists make decisions every day that have societal context and influence, an understanding of society and computing together should be integrated into computer science education.

Reflecting changes in the field during the ten years since the publication of the first edition, Developing a Safety and Health Program, Second Edition examines the elements of a safety and health program and delineates how to incorporate them into an organization's safety efforts.

Bond graphs are especially well-suited for mechatronic systems, as engineering system modeling is best handled using a multidisciplinary approach.

Agricultural automation is the core technology for computer-aided agricultural production management and implementation.

Close calls, narrow escapes, or near hits.

Hazardous energy present in systems, machines, and equipment has injured, maimed, and killed many workers.

The advent of augmented reality technologies used to assist human operators in complex manipulative operations-has brought an urgency to research into the modeling and training of human skills in Virtual Environments.

An easily accessible guide to scientific information on safety management of chemical substances for students and occupational health professionals, this book covers proper management, related care, and precautions, and related global regulations.

Electrical Machines with MATLAB(R) encapsulates the invaluable insight and experience that eminent instructor Turan Gonen has acquired in almost 40 years of teaching.

The availability of electric lighting has changed the lives of people the world over, yet as a major user of electricity it has come under increasing scrutiny in recent years.

With unintended harm during hospital care costing billions of dollars to the world economy, not to mention millions of deaths each year, it's no wonder the issue is equally front and center in the minds of healthcare providers and the public.

With an estimated 3.

Are the tried and true safety practices still effective in the changing workplace?

In most schools you will probably see one, if not all of the following:Metal detectors to prevent handguns and other weapons from being brought onto school propertyStudents in standardized uniforms to prevent the appearance of gang affiliationsPolice officers patrolling the property to deter violent activity as well as respond to incidentsSuch evol

The current global economic downturn and considerable shifting in industrial and manufacturing activities have disturbed the industrial order.

This handy book provides a single, up-to-date source of information for increasing the life of tool steels through optimized design and manufacturing.

Human factors and ergonomics have made considerable contributions to the research, design, development, operation and analysis of transportation systems and their complementary infrastructure.

Principles of Emergency Management: Hazard Specific Issues and Mitigation offers preparedness and mitigation recommendations for advanced emergency planning.

This volume discusses pleasurable design- a part of the traditional usability design and evaluation methodologies.

Since the very earliest years of aviation, it was clear that human factors were critical to the success and safety of the system.

Based on recent research, this book discusses physical ergonomics, which is concerned with human anatomical, anthropometric, physiological and biomechanical characteristics as they relate to physical activity.

Meeting the needs of the manufacturing and service sectors of contemporary industry, this volume is concerned with the human factors, ergonomics, and safety issues related to the design of products, processes, and systems, as well as the operation and management of business enterprises.

Derived from the conference submissions for the 2012 AHFE conference, this volume focuses on types of human-modeled technology.

This reference focuses on decision-making styles within cultures.

If there is any one element to the engineering of service systems that is unique, it is the extent to which the suitability of the system for human use, human service, and excellent human experience has been and must always be considered.

Now more than ever, the design of systems and devices for effective and safe healthcare delivery has taken center stage.

An in depth review of social ergonomics- also known as organizational ergonomics- this book discusses the optimization of sociotechnical systems, including their organizational structures, policies, and processes.

This volume explores cognitive ergonomics, which is concerned with mental processes-otherwise known as brain work.

This volume covers the use of ergonomics modeling and on the evaluation of usability, which is a critical aspect of any human-technology system.

What should every airline and manufacturer know about comfort?

In recent years, the safety management field has placed leadership and commitment at the center of effective workplace health and safety programs.

With annual cost in excess of $150 billion from workplace related illnesses and injuries, any knowledge that can reduce this burden contributes to the overall welfare of the work force and business performance.

Safety professionals communicate, directly and indirectly with a large number of employees and others on a daily basis.

A clear and accessible text on work physiology, this book focuses on important issues in the modern working world.

As computers proliferate and as the field of computer graphics matures, it has become increasingly important for computer scientists to understand how users perceive and interpret computer graphics.

For a long time, human beings have dreamed of a virtual world where it is possible to interact with synthetic entities as if they were real.

Given the strong current attention of orthopaedic, biomechanical, and biomedical engineering research on translational capabilities for the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of clinical disease states, the need for reviews of the state-of-art and current needs in orthopaedics is very timely.

This book compiles the papers presented at the Annual Conference of the Institute of Ergonomics & Human Factors held in April 2010.