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1. Advances in Human Factors and Ergonomics 2012- 14 Volume Set

   Proceedings of the 4th AHFE Conference 21-25 July 2012

   Edited by Gavriel Salvendy, Waldemar Karwowski

   Series: Advances in Human Factors and Ergonomics Series

   With contributions from an international group of authors with diverse backgrounds, this set comprises all fourteen volumes of the proceedings of the 4th AHFE Conference 21-25 July 2012. The set presents the latest research on current issues in Human Factors and Ergonomics. It draws from...

   Published August 5th 2012 by CRC Press
2. Advances in Social and Organizational Factors

   Edited by Peter Vink

   Series: Advances in Human Factors and Ergonomics Series

   An exploration of how ergonomics can contribute to the solution of important societal and engineering challenges, Advances in Social and Organizational Factors discusses the optimization of sociotechnical systems, including their organizational structures, policies, and processes. It includes...

   Published July 16th 2012 by CRC Press
3. Advances in Human Aspects of Healthcare

   Edited by Vincent G. Duffy

   Series: Advances in Human Factors and Ergonomics Series

   Now more than ever, the design of systems and devices for effective and safe healthcare delivery has taken center stage. And the importance of human factors and ergonomics in achieving this goal can’t be ignored. Underlining the utility of research in achieving effective design, Advances in Human...

   Published July 16th 2012 by CRC Press
4. Advances in Affective and Pleasurable Design

   Edited by Yong Gu Ji

   Series: Advances in Human Factors and Ergonomics Series

   This volume discusses pleasurable design — a part of the traditional usability design and evaluation methodologies. The book emphasizes the importance of designing products and services to maximize user satisfaction. By combining this with traditional usability methods it increases the appeal of...

   Published July 16th 2012 by CRC Press
5. Advances in Human Aspects of Road and Rail Transportation

   Edited by Neville A. Stanton

   Series: Advances in Human Factors and Ergonomics Series

   Human factors and ergonomics have made considerable contributions to the research, design, development, operation and analysis of transportation systems and their complementary infrastructure. This volume focuses on the causations of road accidents, the function and design of roads and signs, the...

   Published July 16th 2012 by CRC Press
6. Advances in Usability Evaluation Part II

   Edited by Francesco Rebelo, Marcelo M. Soares

   Series: Advances in Human Factors and Ergonomics Series

   Successful interaction with products, tools and technologies depends on usable designs, accommodating the needs of potential users and does not require costly training. In this context, this book is concerned about emerging concepts, theories and applications of human factors knowledge focusing on...

   Published July 16th 2012 by CRC Press
7. Advances in Design for Cross-Cultural Activities Part I

   Edited by Dylan D. Schmorrow, Denise M. Nicholson

   Series: Advances in Human Factors and Ergonomics Series

   This reference focuses on decision-making styles within cultures. It focuses on cooperative, collaborative, avoidant, competitive, and dominant styles of decision making, and discusses how each process is modified by the culture. The contributors examine issues within culture that affect decision...

   Published July 12th 2012 by CRC Press
8. Advances in Cognitive Engineering and Neuroergonomics

   Edited by Kay M. Stanney, Kelly S. Hale

   Series: Advances in Human Factors and Ergonomics Series

   This volume explores cognitive ergonomics, which is concerned with mental processes—otherwise known as brain work. It discusses perception, memory, reasoning, and motor response, as they affect interactions among humans and other elements of a system. Topics will include mental workload,...

   Published July 10th 2012 by CRC Press
9. Advances in the Human Side of Service Engineering

   Edited by James C. Spohrer, Louis E. Freund

   Series: Advances in Human Factors and Ergonomics Series

   If there is any one element to the engineering of service systems that is unique, it is the extent to which the suitability of the system for human use, human service, and excellent human experience has been and must always be considered. An exploration of this emerging area of research and...

   Published July 10th 2012 by CRC Press
10. Advances in Human Aspects of Aviation

    Edited by Steven J. Landry

    Series: Advances in Human Factors and Ergonomics Series

    Since the very earliest years of aviation, it was clear that human factors were critical to the success and safety of the system. As aviation has matured, the system has become extremely complex. Bringing together the most recent human factors work in the aviation domain, Advances in Human Aspects...

    Published July 10th 2012 by CRC Press