An effective model for ergonomic optimization applied to a new automotive assembly line
- University Niccolò Cusano, Rome Via Don Gnocchi,00166, Roma Italy (Italy)
- Dept. of Innovation Engineering - University of Salento Via Monteroni, 73100, Lecce (Italy)
- University Parthenope, Dep. of Engineering Centro Direzionale - Isola C4 80143 - Naples - Italy (Italy)
An efficient ergonomic optimization can lead to a significant improvement in production performance and a considerable reduction of costs. In the present paper new model for ergonomic optimization is proposed. The new approach is based on the criteria defined by National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health and, adapted to Italian legislation. The proposed model provides an ergonomic optimization, by analyzing ergonomic relations between manual work in correct conditions. The model includes a schematic and systematic analysis method of the operations, and identifies all possible ergonomic aspects to be evaluated. The proposed approach has been applied to an automotive assembly line, where the operation repeatability makes the optimization fundamental. The proposed application clearly demonstrates the effectiveness of the new approach.
- OSTI ID:
- 22608973
- Journal Information:
- AIP Conference Proceedings, Journal Name: AIP Conference Proceedings Journal Issue: 1 Vol. 1738; ISSN APCPCS; ISSN 0094-243X
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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