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Determining the best way to weight objective functions in digital human models is key for predicting postures. A response surface method effectively finds optimal weightings, regardless of error calculation methods used.

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  • Ergonomics and Human Factors
  • Biomechanical Engineering
  • Computational Modeling

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  • Digital human models (DHMs) are used to predict human postures based on performance criteria like minimizing torques.
  • Optimal weighting of multiple objective functions within DHMs for posture prediction remains an open research question.
  • Accurate posture prediction is crucial for evaluating human-system interactions in design.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To introduce a response surface method for identifying optimal objective function weightings in DHM lift posture prediction.
  • To assess the sensitivity of posture prediction accuracy to different error calculation methods.

Main Methods:

  • A response surface methodology was employed to systematically explore and determine optimal weightings for objective functions.
  • Various error calculation methods were systematically evaluated for their impact on the sensitivity analysis.

Main Results:

  • The developed response surface approach successfully identified optimal objective function weightings for predicting lift postures.
  • The method's effectiveness in determining optimal weightings was found to be independent of the specific error calculation methods used.

Conclusions:

  • The response surface method provides a valuable tool for optimizing objective function weightings in DHMs.
  • This approach aids in the accurate prediction of human postures for evaluating human-system interactions during early design phases.
  • The robustness of the method across different error calculation techniques enhances its practical utility.