Human engineered cabs
Journal Article
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· Bur. Mines Technol. News; (United States)
OSTI ID:6871979
Mining machine cabs were built to comfortably fit 90 percent of adult American males, and have controls that allow fast natural reactions during emergencies. The operators are positioned for good visibility and for protection from roofing and ribbing hazards. Two basic designs were developed, one for seam heights on the order of 4 feet, and the second for seam heights near 8 feet. The controls are designed and placed to allow operation with minimum physical strain and fatigue. Automotive-type steering wheels and automotive pedal location for tramming and braking were used on the cutter, face drill, roof bolter, and shuttle cars. On some machines a pull-out steering wheel adjustable to the preference of the operator was used. Powered vertical adjustment of the entire cab was provided on some machines.
- OSTI ID:
- 6871979
- Journal Information:
- Bur. Mines Technol. News; (United States), Journal Name: Bur. Mines Technol. News; (United States) Vol. 51; ISSN TNBMD
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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