Human Factors in Challenging Environments: From Thermal Comfort to G-Force Exposure (1) (Body of Knowledge in Human Factors and Ergonomics)

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Synopsis
In human factors and ergonomics, professionals play a key role in shaping the compatibility between tasks, products, and environments with the needs of individuals. The most successful projects demonstrate a tight integration with the human experience, underscoring the importance of ergonomic design in promoting societal well-being. A human-centered approach to design and evaluation should be championed. This book addresses this issue with an approach that focuses on environmental conditions and ergonomics in physical settings.This book examines human factors and ergonomics across various industrial settings. From tackling challenges posed by thermal to extreme environments, the book offers an understanding of environmental ergonomics, resulting in better, more comfortable, and safer workspaces. It investigates critical topics such as G environments and +Gz Acceleration, equipping the reader with the knowledge to navigate and optimize various workplace conditions. Additionally, the reader will develop a good understanding of environmental ergonomics and understand how an appreciation of it can lead to practical and noticeable changes in their workplace.Human Factors in Challenging Environments: From Thermal Comfort to G-Force Exposure will be of interest to human factors and ergonomics professionals seeking to deepen their expertise and broaden their understanding of the field. It will also appeal to engineers, designers, and policymakers who are invested in creating safer and more efficient work systems.
Copyright:
2026

Book Details

Book Quality:
Publisher Quality
Book Size:
122 Pages
ISBN-13:
9781040454138
Related ISBNs:
9781040454091, 9781032841311, 9781003512257
Publisher:
CRC Press
Date of Addition:
Copyrighted By:
selection and editorial matter, Waldemar Karwowski and Beata Mrugalska
Adult content:
No
Language:
English
Has Image Descriptions:
No
Categories:
Nonfiction, Business and Finance, Technology, Sociology
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Bookshare Staff
Usage Restrictions:
This is a copyrighted book.
Edited by:
Waldemar Karwowski
Edited by:
Beata Mrugalska

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