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PUBLICATION 08/2025EL2021-010/P2025-013Embodiment of Occupational Exoskeletons as developing a Sense of Ownership and Readiness-to-Hand: Laboratory and Field Explorations.Objective : This study empirically investigates the embodiment of occupational exoskeletons (OEs) through repeated use.
Background : OEs are wearable devices designed to assist operators movements. Their embodiment the phenomenon by which…Learn more
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PUBLICATION 12/2024EL2021-010/P2024-126/TF322Dynamics of the adoption of professional exoskeletons: actions in terms of preventionUnderstanding and analyzing the dynamics of the adoption process for professional exoskeletons, as a reflection of the quality of the interaction between the device and its user, makes it possible to define points of vigilance in terms of prevention…
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PUBLICATION 09/2024EL2021-010/P2024-043From unknown to familiar : an exploratory longitudinal field study on occupational exoskeletons adoptionOccupational exoskeletons hold promise in preventing musculoskeletal disorders, but their effectiveness relies on their long-term use by workers. This study aims to characterize the adoption process of occupational exoskeletons by analyzing…
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PUBLICATION 08/2025EL2021-010/P2025-003Becoming a User: Understanding the Journeys towards the Adoption of Occupational ExoskeletonsDespite their potential to prevent musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs), occupational exoskeletons are often abandoned by users over time. This retrospective study investigates the conditions that foster sustained use of such devices in the…
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PUBLICATION 09/2024EL2021-010/P2024-024Occupational exoskeletons as symbionts: defining operator-exoskeleton interactionsThe fourth industrial revolution heralds the emergence of the Operator 4.0, characterized by the augmentation of physical, sensory or cognitive capabilities of workers. This transformation involves a shift from artificial and human agents…
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PUBLICATION 10/2024EL2021-010/P2024-067Mapping User Journeys in Occupational Exoskeleton Adoption: the Adoption UX Curve (AUXC)Occupational exoskeletons represent a promising innovation to mitigate biomechanical risk factors leading to musculoskeletal disorders. However, their full potential will only be realized if operators sustain their use over time. Thus…
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