Biomechanics In Ergonomics, Second Edition

Produced under the aegis of editor Shrawan Kumar with contributors who are leading scholars in the field, the book contains unique chapters such as "Exposure Assessment Tools and Techniques "and "Cumulative Load and Models," The text establishes a foundation for the understanding of gross biomechanical loads on the human system at the tissue level. It describes biomechanical risk factors and supplies exposure assessment tools and techniques. Comprehensive in scope, the book is suitable for use by ergonomic engineers and physical therapists, and as a textbook for ergonomics courses. Also included is a chapter on hand tools, which have a real application to the field of ergonomics.