Manual material handling in the supermarket sector. Part 1: Joint angles and muscle activity of trapezius descendens and erector spinae longissimus.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.apergo.2020.103340
Abstract: Work-related musculoskeletal disorders are highly prevalent in the supermarket sector with manual material handling being one of the most commonly identified occupational risk factors. This cross-sectional study applied inertial motion capture and electromyography (EMG) to… read more here.
Keywords: material handling; muscle activity; erector spinae; manual material ... See more keywords
Classifying diverse manual material handling tasks using a single wearable sensor.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.apergo.2021.103386
Abstract: The use of inertial measurement units (IMUs) for monitoring and classifying physical activities has received substantial attention in recent years, both in occupational and non-occupational contexts. However, a "user-friendly" approach is needed to promote this… read more here.
Keywords: material handling; using single; classifying diverse; manual material ... See more keywords
A machine-learning method for classifying and analyzing foot placement: Application to manual material handling.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jbiomech.2019.109410
Abstract: Foot placement strategy is an essential aspect in the study of movement involving full body displacement. To get beyond a qualitative analysis, this paper provides a foot placement classification and analysis method that can be… read more here.
Keywords: foot placement; machine learning; material handling; placement ... See more keywords
Evaluation of postural-assist exoskeleton for manual material handling
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DOI: 10.1108/ecam-07-2020-0491
Abstract: PurposeWork-related musculoskeletal disorders constitute a severe problem in the construction industry. Workers' lower backs are often affected by heavy or repetitive lifting and prolonged awkward postures. Exoskeletal interventions are effective for tasks involving manual lifting… read more here.
Keywords: material handling; postural assist; assist exoskeleton; exoskeleton ... See more keywords
Support System for the Assessment and Intervention During the Manual Material Handling Training at the Workplace: Contributions From the Systematic Observation
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DOI: 10.3389/fpsyg.2019.01247
Abstract: Efficacy of classical manual material handling (MMH) training interventions on back pain prevention at the workplace has been called into question. The way that observation (self-observation or hetero-observation) is used in other areas to create… read more here.
Keywords: instrument; observation; material handling; systematic observation ... See more keywords