Praise for previous editions of Occupational Biomechanics
"This book is a valuable resource for any advanced ergonomist interested in physical ergonomics . . . provides valuable research information." -Ergonomics in Design
"[This book] represents a distillation of the authors' combined years of experience in applying biomechanicsin various industries and work situations . . . I recommend this book to anyone, regardless of discipline, who is interested in understanding the many biomechanical factors which must be considered when trying to effectthe prevention and reduction of musculoskeletal injuries in the workplace." -Journal of Biomechanics
"Impressive descriptions of biomechanical concepts and worksite considerations . . . based not only on mechanical and mathematical principles, but on solid anatomical and physiologic constructs . . . a very valuablereference source." -Research Communications in Chemical Pathology and Pharmacology
THE DEFINITIVE TEXT ON DESIGNING FOR THE DEMANDS OF TODAY'S WORKPLACE
With critical applications in manufacturing, transportation, defense, security, environmental safety and occupational health, and other industries, the field of occupational biomechanics is more central to industrial design than ever before.
This latest edition of the popular and widely adopted Occupational Biomechanics provides the foundations and tools to assemble and evaluate biomechanical processes as they apply to today's changing industries, with emphasis on improving overall work efficiency and preventing work-related injuries. The book expertly weaves engineering and medical information from diverse sources and provides a coherent treatment of the biomechanical principles underlying the well-designed and ergonomically sound workplace.
NEW TO THIS THOROUGHLY REVISED AND UPDATED FOURTH EDITION: * 150 new references and many new illustrations * Major changes within each chapter that reflect recent and significant findings * Recent research in musculoskeletal disorders * New measurement techniques for biomechanical parameters and numerous international initiatives on the subject
Presented in an easy-to-understand manner and supported by over 200 illustrations and numerous examples, Occupational Biomechanics, Fourth Edition remains the premier one-stop reference for students and professionals in the areas of industrial engineering, product and process design, medicine, and occupational health and safety.
About the Author
DON B. CHAFFIN, PhD, is a Distinguished University Professor of Industrial and Operations Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, and Occupational Health; and Director of the Human Motion Simulation Laboratory at the University of Michigan.
GUNNAR B. J. ANDERSSON, MD, PhD, is Chairman and Professor of Orthopedic Surgery at the Rush University Medical Center in Chicago, Illinois.
BERNARD J. MARTIN, PhD, DSc, is Associate Professor of Industrial and Operations Engineering and research fellow in the Division of Kinesiology at the University of Michigan.
New to Edition
The 4th edition has been entirely rewritten to provide a two column format that enhances the abilities of students to integrate the text
Includes a number of new illustrations and concepts in biomechanics that are based on over 50 new references since the last edition was published.
A discussion of dynamic stability of the spine, new methods of evaluating muscle fatigue, use of new posture and motion capture technologies, the use of seat pressure measurements, new anthropometric data, and links to commonly used websites
Features
Questions at the end of each chapter are provided to assist in reviewing the major concepts
Over 200 illustrations are presented to support the material and enhance learning
Retains the basic structure of the first three very successful editions
Emphasizes basic principles from mechanics and relevant musculoskeletal anatomy and physiology to provide the scientific basis for applied methods and guidelines needed to evaluate, specify and design workspaces that will safely accommodate a large proportion of workers
Illustrates how biomechanics knowledge is being used in a variety of work situations that would be harmful to workers if not carefully evaluated and designed
Numerical examples are presented to assist in learning how to apply physical principles when analyzing a large variety of human exertions and designing workplaces
Assumes only a basic college physics background, and builds on first principles in physics
Over 500 references are provided to assist students who wish to look at the primary sources of information presented throughout the text
