Ergonomics in Medical Equipment Development and System Design

Authors

  • Sukwon Kim Department of Physical Education, College of Education, Chonbuk National University, Jeon-ju City, South Korea, Author

Keywords:

Medical Equipment, Ergonomics, System, Design, Safety

Abstract

Utilizing ergonomics during medical equipment  development and system design increases patient safety and  efficiency in the working environment. The purpose of this report is to review the current literature on the use of  ergonomics during medical equipment development and  system design. To support the efficient use of existing  ergonomics, there are techniques and methods that form an  application for usage in the development process. The  literature review will illustrate heuristics, design methods and  design guidelines that ergonomists utilize during medical  equipment development and system design.  

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Published

2017-01-01

Issue

Vol. 5 No. 1 (2017): International Journal of Innovative Research in Computer Science & Technology(jan )2017

Section

Articles

How to Cite

Ergonomics in Medical Equipment Development and System Design . (2017). International Journal of Innovative Research in Computer Science & Technology, 5(1), 181–183. Retrieved from https://acspublisher.com/journals/index.php/ijircst/article/view/13505