Results of the search of scientific studies, publications and communications

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The computer is in common use at work. In 2010, in France, 52% of workers used a computer at work and 23% of them remained in front of a screen for 20 hours or more per week. If the computer is in common use, then so is the mouse…

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…

Industrial challenges described in the Industry 4.0 projects are focused on the importance of the human in a collaboration with the system and particularly with a robot. In this case, the collaborative robotics situation is analysed. By understanding…

Outline of reasons and objectives
The objective of this study was to develop and validate an ambulatory system for evaluating postures and movement of the upper limb, on the basis of inertial sensors. The use of such systems requires kinematic…

Outline of reasons and objectives
The meat-cutting sector is one of the sectors that is most affected by musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs). Organisational changes, in particular when subcontracting is used, can mean that employees from a variety…

This psycho-ergonomic study follows on from a previous study focusing on emotions at work and health. It aims, on the basis of the research work conducted at INRS and elsewhere, to do a stocktaking of the theoretical, methodological and practical…