Major challenges in cab design
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This first chapter of the book 'Advanced cabin design : how to improve comfort and performance by progressive cabin design' addresses the current problems in cab design. Although a lot has improved over the past years, operators still recognize a number of aspects that need further improvement. In addition, the currently available health figures are clear: operators of various vehicles are at increased risk for developing back and neck pain. Specifically, the machines where operation requires a near vertical view (cranes, sweepers, straddle carriers) form a major problem area. Here, the finding of a comfortable and health body posture is the major challenge for cab designers. Some new ideas for future cab design are presented.
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TNO Identifier
277157
ISBN
90-5986-113-2
Publisher
TNO
Source title
Advanced cabin design : how to improve comfort and performance by progressive cabin design
Editor(s)
Bronkhorst, R.E.
Looze, M.P. de
Looze, M.P. de
Place of publication
Hoofddorp
Pages
1-11