September 22, 2008
Two experts from Finland recently expressed concern that today's design in that country doesn't reflect size gains in the population, while accommodating an ever narrower range of physical characteristics.
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September 14, 2008
Tools, parts and equipment weigh
September 10, 2008
Most of the discussion about computer monitor position involves vertical height relative to the operator. But what impact does a screen have when angled to the right or left?
September 9, 2008
The United States Chamber of Commerce will hold a Forum entitled "Ergonomics in the 21st Century: Toward a New Paradigm" on September 12, 2008, in Washington, D.C. The meeting will serve to re-energize an anti-regulation group and to report new research it believes strengthens their political positions.
September 3, 2008
The wealth of media coverage of the Beijing Olympics shows both a flawless product and questionable judging. This was a problem China inherited.
August 30, 2008
For people paralyzed from the waist down, a new robotic suit means functioning
August 26, 2008
The Rapid Upper Limb Assessment (RULA) tool is commonly used by ergonomists to define task/job risk. According to a recent state of Washington study, RULA's conclusions are dependent on key evaluator-determined factors.
August 25, 2008
Researcher Joe Hyneck wants to make life a little easier for people who can't leave home without their electronics.
August 20, 2008
The practical approach to making guns and gun use safer in a recently-published book could alter what can only be described as a hostile debate.