Experimental Verification of the Computerized Method for Work Space Optimization in Conditions of Static Work

• Autorzy: Roman-Liu D. , Kędzior K.
• Języki publikacji: EN

Abstrakty

EN

The aim of this study was to verify a theoretical model for upper extremity work space optimization. In order to do that, experimental studies were conducted in which two parameters of the electromyography (EMG) signal were analyzed: AMP (amplitude calculated as Root Mean Square) and SZC (coefficient of the slope of the regression line between time and Zero Crossing values). Values of forces in muscles (parameter MOD) were calculated from theoretical studies. A comparison of experimental (AMP, SZC) and theoretical (MOD) parameters was performed by analyzing the coefficient of correlation between those parameters and differentiation of muscular load according to external load value. Analysis showed that the theoretical and experimental results are in step, which means that the developed model can be used for upper extremity work space optimization.

Słowa kluczowe

EN

EMG; upper extremity load; intermittent load; constant load

PL

kończyny górne; obciążenie kończyn; obciążenie stałe; miejsce pracy

• Wydawca: Taylor & Francis
• Czasopismo: International Journal of Occupational Safety and Ergonomics
• Rocznik: 1999
• Tom: Vol. 5, No. 1
• Strony: 109--124
• Opis fizyczny: Bibliogr. 21 poz., rys., wykr.

Twórcy

autor

Roman-Liu D.

• Central Institute for Labour Protection, Poland

autor

Kędzior K.

• Warsaw University of Technology, Poland

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