Improved ergonomic layout design of metro control center based on virtual simulation technology and genetic...

Area of Science:

• Industrial Engineering
• Human Factors Engineering
• Ergonomics

Background:

• Current metro control center layout methods lack specific human factors integration.
• Existing approaches do not adequately address the spatial and safety needs of personnel.

Purpose of the Study:

• To propose a human factors design method for metro control center layout.
• To enhance the safety and efficiency of control center operations through optimized design.

Main Methods:

• The method integrates ergonomic standards and engineering requirements for personal space, location, and post layout.
• Discrete personnel simulation is employed for physical layout design and controller safety assessment.
• An improved genetic algorithm is utilized for Systematic Layout Planning to optimize line connections.

Main Results:

• The proposed method provides a comprehensive framework for control center layout design.
• Discrete personnel simulation aids in ensuring controller safety within the physical space.
• The improved genetic algorithm optimizes the arrangement of personnel posts and inter-line connections.

Conclusions:

• The developed human factors design method effectively addresses limitations in existing control center layout strategies.
• This approach is adaptable for various large-scale, complex control center environments.
• The integration of human factors ensures safer and more efficient control center operations.