Publisher | John Wiley & Sons Inc |
ISBN 13 | 9780471723431 |
Book Description | Praise for previous editions of Occupational Biomechanics "This book is a valuable resource for any advanced ergonomist interested in physical ergonomics ...provides valuable research information." -Ergonomics in Design "[This book] represents a distillation of the authors' combined years of experience in applying biomechanicsin various industries and work situations ...I recommend this book to anyone, regardless of discipline, who is interested in understanding the many biomechanical factors which must be considered when trying to effectthe prevention and reduction of musculoskeletal injuries in the workplace." -Journal of Biomechanics "Impressive descriptions of biomechanical concepts and worksite considerations ...based not only on mechanical and mathematical principles, but on solid anatomical and physiologic constructs ...a very valuablereference source." |
Editorial Review | This excellent book written by the most prominent authors in the field is a must have for all professionals in this field. ( The Applied Ergonomics International News ) |
About the Author | DON B. CHAFFIN, PhD, is a Distinguished University Professor of Industrial and Operations Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, and Occupational Health; and Director of the Human Motion Simulation Laboratory at the University of Michigan. GUNNAR B. J. ANDERSSON, MD, PhD, is Chairman and Professor of Orthopedic Surgery at the Rush University Medical Center in Chicago, Illinois. BERNARD J. MARTIN, PhD, DSc, is Associate Professor of Industrial and Operations Engineering and research fellow in the Division of Kinesiology at the University of Michigan. |
Language | English |
Author | Don B. Chaffin, Gunnar B. J. Andersson, Bernard J. Martin |
Publication Date | 05-05-2006 |
Number of Pages | 376 |
Occupational Biomechanics hardcover english - 05-05-2006