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Integrating ergonomics and engineering in the technical design process.

C M Haslegrave1, K Holmes

  • 1Department of Manufacturing Engineering and Operations Management, University of Nottingham, Nottingham, UK.

Applied Ergonomics
|August 1, 1994
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A collaboration between Leyland DAF and the University of Nottingham established an ergonomics team to enhance truck design. This project demonstrated the benefits of integrating ergonomics and engineering for effective product development and communication in manufacturing.

Area of Science:

  • Industrial Engineering
  • Human Factors Engineering
  • Automotive Design

Background:

  • A collaborative project was initiated between Leyland DAF and the University of Nottingham.
  • The project focused on establishing an ergonomics team to support truck design and development.
  • It was funded by Leyland DAF and the UK government through a Teaching Company Scheme.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide a training environment for young ergonomists and engineers in the automotive industry.
  • To gain practical experience in applying ergonomics within a manufacturing context.
  • To promote the integration of ergonomics and engineering in the technical design process.

Main Methods:

  • Formation of a multidisciplinary team comprising ergonomists and engineers.

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  • Implementation of the Teaching Company Scheme framework for joint funding and training.
  • Structured program to foster collaboration between ergonomics and engineering disciplines.

    • Main Results:

    • The project successfully trained professionals in specialist automotive industry skills.
    • Practical application of ergonomics principles in product design was achieved.
    • Enhanced communication strategies between ergonomists and designers in a manufacturing setting were identified.

    Conclusions:

    • The collaborative approach effectively integrated ergonomics into the product design process.
    • The project highlighted the benefits of a dedicated ergonomics team in automotive manufacturing.
    • Improved communication channels between design and ergonomics professionals were established.