Human-Systems Engineering Laboratory

(Department of Industrial Engineering)

Former Projects

Lockheed-Martin
	We are performing Ergonomic analyses for Lockheed-Martin in their Michoud Assembly Facility in New Orleans. This is the site that builds the External Fuel Tank for the Space Shuttle.

Office of Naval Research
	We have a contract with the NAVY Personnel Research, Studies, and Technology division of the Office of Naval Research. We are investigating innovative performance measures for NAVY jobs.

Exposure Assessment
	One of our major research thrusts is in the field of Exposure Assessment. We are working to develop reliable; easy-to-use EA instruments for use in future CTD research.

Project DECIDE
	Continuing previous research efforts needed to establish engineering design criteria that can be used to determine job changes and accommodations that must be incorporated in the workplace to ensure that persons with physical, visual, or hearing disabilities have access to gainful employment opportunities. Research sponsored by the National Science Foundation.

An Investigation of the Effects of Environmental Factors on Total Body Fatigue
	Developing appropriate models to accurately assess the effects of individual environmental factors on total body fatigue. Research sponsored by the National Science Foundation.

Use of Virtual Reality as a Tool for Ergonomists
	Performing research studies to evaluate the feasibility and effectiveness of using virtual reality as a tool for design, evaluation, and training in the field of ergonomics.

Ergonomic Evaluation of Delta Pride Catfish Farms
	Assisting Delta Pride in developing and implementing a comprehensive ergonomic strategy for the prevention and control of cumulative trauma disorders through training, task evaluations, and fatigue assessment.

Ergonomic Evaluation of Caterpillar, Inc.
	Assisting Caterpillar in developing and implementing a comprehensive ergonomic strategy for the prevention and control of back injuries.

Ergonomic Evaluation of United Technologies
	Assisting United Technologies in developing and implementing a comprehensive ergonomic strategy for the prevention and control of cumulative trauma disorders.

Human Error in Information Security Systems
	Investigating human errors and their impact on information security systems

Investigation of the Work Ability of Older Employees
	Incorporating ergonomics methodologies in the development of assessment tools and techniques that can be easily and readily used within an industrial setting.

Beta-Testing of Courseware Modules to Enhance Classroom Instruction
	Incorporated courseware modules to enhance classroom instruction by providing real-world experiences using examples and exercises that are designed to challenge students while sharpening their critical thinking and problems solving skills.

Voice-Assisted Sewing
	Investigated the use of Voice-Activated Sewing Technology in the performance of garment making tasks. The objective of this research was to investigate the feasibility of using voice activated systems to perform sewing control functions for wheelchair users.