A proposal for an ergonomic redesign for a mixer Mondial B-02.
This research aimed to redesign an appliance based on the biomechanical aspects in applied ergonomics. The product chosen for analysis was the household mixer, it is readily found in most homes of several families. The study enabled the identification of several potential risks and proposed biomechanical ergonomic solutions for each. Finally, it was possible to redesign the handle of the mixer, making it suitable form and human use.
Universidade Federal de Pernambuco- Núcleo de Design. Rodovia BR 104. KM 60, Sítio Juriti - Caruaru - PE - Brasil - CEP: 55002-970. adilson574@hotmail.com
Adilson J
AJ
Silva Junior
Bruno
B
Barros
D001696:Biomechanical Phenomena; D003297:Cooking and Eating Utensils; D004867:Equipment Design / Q000009:adverse effects; D006804:Ergonomics; D006801:Humans; D008328:Man-Machine Systems; D009140:Musculoskeletal Diseases / Q000209:etiology / Q000517:prevention & control*; D010523:Peripheral Nervous System Diseases / Q000209:etiology / Q000517:prevention & control*; D011187:Posture; D018570:Risk Assessment