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Michon, Yan (author)In this master's thesis in collaboration with het Nederlands Oogheelkundig Gezelschap (NOG), or the Dutch ophthalmic society, I developed an industrial design concept to improve the ergonomic working conditions of Ophthalmologists.<br/><br/>25% of Dutch Ophthalmologists (surgical eye doctors) have suffered from musculoskeletal injuries (MSIs)...master thesis 2024
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van Eijndthoven, Daan van Eijndthoven (author)This design study aims to reduce the discomfort and facial trauma seen with the use of the MBU-20/P oxygen mask for fighter pilots of the Royal Netherlands Air Force. To achieve this, the following research questions are answered:<br/>•Are the reported issues with F-16 pilot oxygen mask usage still present with current F-35 fighter pilots?<br/>...master thesis 2024
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Bootsma, Barend (author)The purpose of this project is to conduct an applied human factors engineering research on the operator interface unit to reimagine the human-machine interaction of EUV lithography machines.<br/>The user research consists of interviews, observations, a survey, task analysis and incident report analysis. It highlights that the main OIU user...master thesis 2024
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Habets, Lucas (author)This Master's thesis describes the redesign of the HeartEye portable Electrocardiogram (ECG) device to enable home use for patients with coronary artery disease (CAD). The initiative aimed to transition the medical-grade 12-lead ECG from a clinical setting to a user-friendly, home-based application, maintaining the device’s diagnostic integrity...master thesis 2024
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van Zuuk, Art (author)Cycling, a sport with a rich history, is experiencing rapid growth in popularity (Braeckevelt, 2019). It is known for its numerous health benefits, including reducing cardiovascular risks and obesity (Oja et al., 2011).<br/><br/>Despite being perceived as a low-impact activity, research conducted by Delft University of Technology reveals that...master thesis 2024
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Nijhuis, Max (author)This study investigates the integration of shape memory materials into bolster systems to enhance automotive seating design efficiency. By bridging the gap between morphing materials and seat ergonomics, it proposes a shape memory-based bolster adjustability system. Validation is achieved through the development of a working prototype, offering...master thesis 2024
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Schrijvershof, Pim (author), Rahimi, A. Masie (author), Leone, Nicola (author), Bloemendaal, Alexander (author), Daams, Freek (author), Arezzo, Alberto (author), Mintz, Yoav (author), Horeman, T. (author)Surgeons performing robotic-assisted laparoscopic surgery experience physical stress and overuse of shoulder muscles due to sub-optimal arm support during surgery. The objective is to present a novel design and prototype of a dynamic arm support for robotic laparoscopic surgery to evaluate its ergonomics and performance on the AdLap-VR...journal article 2024
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Azadi, S. (author), Bai, N. (author), Nourian, Pirouz (author)How can we assess the ergonomic comfort of a sizeable spatial configuration such as the indoor space of a complex building or an urban landscape when we design, plan, and manage the space? Is there a fundamental difference between indoor [architectural] spatial configurations and outdoor [urban] spatial configurations with respect to ergonomics?...journal article 2024
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van der Linden, Bowien (author)The objective of this thesis is to enhance existing harness designs, with a focus on reducing discomfort and enhancing overall performance.<br/>The contextual analysis, literature review, and desktop research yielded crucial insights and identified areas of improvement. Supplementary interviews were conducted with the user group. Initially,...master thesis 2023
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Verdoes, Floris (author)This design project marks the collaborative efforts of Translas, a prominent welding company based in the Netherlands, and Skelex, a scale-up enterprise specializing in exoskeleton design. Translas developed the 8XE fume extractor torch. However, a common complaint of the new torch is its decreased usability and potential ergonomic risk. To...master thesis 2023
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Li, Xiangyu (author)This research advocates for exploring the somatosensory system and its incorporation within XR systems, particularly in spatial recognition. This paradigm shift could introduce novel methodologies in XR design that perceive the body as a recipient of sensory stimuli and as an active participant in sensory perception. This could redefine our...master thesis 2023
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Morres, Max (author)As remote work becomes increasingly popular, many people are working or studying at their dinner table while seated in a chair that does not adequately support them or is not appropriately sized, leading to various physical complaints. Traditional office chairs are often big and bulky, and their design does not complement home environments....master thesis 2023
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Luu, Nancy (author)For this graduation thesis, the goal is to design a backpack that is suitable for fast hiking with women specific sizes, features, and accessories. The selection for the design of a backpack for female hikers was chosen because current backpacks on the market are designed with men in mind therefore, female users experience more issues with...master thesis 2023
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Yao, X. (author), Yang, Y. (author), Vledder, G. (author), Xu, J. (author), Song, Y. (author), Vink, P. (author)Wearables are used to recognize human activities in various applications. However, there is limited evidence on the comfort feelings in using wearables, which is crucial for the adoption and long-term engagement of users in those applications. In this paper, we propose the concept of comfort wearables in the context of in-flight posture...journal article 2023
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Yalcin Kavus, Bahar (author), Gülüm Taş, P. (author), Taskin, Alev (author)Non-ergonomic working conditions are the leading causes of musculoskeletal disorders that seriously affect human health. REBA is widely used tool due to its convenience and consideration of all body parts. However, it heavily relies on the subjective judgments of the assessor, leading to inconsistencies in results, and lacks sensitivity in...journal article 2023
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Ipaki, Bahram (author), Molenbroek, J.F.M. (author), Merrikhpour, Zahra (author), Faregh, Seyed Ali (author)BACKGROUND: The Quick Exposure Check (QEC) assesses four major body parts and engages users in assessing some physical interactions relevant to design in task analysis. OBJECTIVE: In this paper, we investigated the application of QEC as the ergonomic intervention to detect pre-production ergonomic design faults in the apple sorting machine by...journal article 2023
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Thirani, Kushal (author), Abbink, David (author), Peternel, L. (author)This paper studies non-physical feedback mechanisms to guide human workers toward ergonomic body postures. Specifically, the focus is to solve the tasks that involve no direct physical interaction between the human and the robotic system, therefore tactile guidance by the robot body is not feasible. We propose a multi-modal ergonomic posture...conference paper 2023
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Romano, Caterina (author)This research project is a collaboration between TUDelft, UPPS Fieldlab, and Made4eyes, a company that produces made-to-fit eyewear.<br/>In order to design a frame correctly, it is essential having a 3D head scan upon which the frame can be molded. The temple tips are crucial components that contribute to the frame's comfort and stability....master thesis 2022
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Schrijen, Rob (author)Summary<br/> <br/>This project is carried out in collaboration with bicycle accessories manufacturer Widek BV. Widek came with the plan to create a new design for bicycle handlebar grips with an increased ergonomic value compared to the currently available alternatives. The origination of this plan lies with the release of a paper containing new...master thesis 2022
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Callens, Marinke (author)The goal of this thesis is to design a kite seat with optimal ergonomic fit for beginners in kite schools. Before designing, it is important to understand the context and create anthropometric guidelines for the target group. <br/><br/>The seat will be used for sit-kitesurfing, which originates from the sport kitesurfing. Its target group...master thesis 2022