Forthcoming Ergonomics Books

Forthcoming Books

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 Proceedings of the 4th AHFE Conference 21-25 July 2012. The set presents the latest research on current issues in Human Factors and Ergonomics....

   To Be Published July 8th 2012 by CRC Press
2. Advances in Design for Cross-Cultural Activities Part II

   Edited by Denise M. Nicholson, Dylan D. Schmorrow

   Series: Advances in Human Factors and Ergonomics Series

   This volume explores decision-making styles, including cooperative, collaborative, avoidant, competitive, and dominate that are commonly modified by the culture. Culture is not a stagnant phenomenon, and many variables need to be considered to accurately evaluation cultural differences in...

   To Be Published July 11th 2012 by CRC Press
3. 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,...

   To Be Published July 12th 2012 by CRC Press
4. Advances in Social and Organizational Factors

   Edited by Peter Vink

   Series: Advances in Human Factors and Ergonomics Series

   An in depth review of social ergonomics — also known as organizational ergonomics — this book discusses the optimization of sociotechnical systems, including their organizational structures, policies, and processes. The relevant topics include communication, crew resource management, work design,...

   To Be Published July 12th 2012 by CRC Press
5. Advances in Human Aspects of Healthcare

   Edited by Vincent G. Duffy

   Series: Advances in Human Factors and Ergonomics Series

   This book discusses how human factors and ergonomics principles can be applied to improve quality, safety, efficiency, and effectiveness in patient care. The topics will include the design of work environments to improve satisfaction and well-being of patients, healthcare providers, and...

   To Be Published July 12th 2012 by CRC Press
6. Advances in Usability Evaluation Part I

   Edited by Marcelo M. Soares, Francesco Rebelo

   Series: Advances in Human Factors and Ergonomics Series

   This volume covers the use of ergonomics modeling and on the evaluation of usability, which is a critical aspect of any human-technology system. It will provide new training methods that enhance performance, expand capabilities, and optimize the fit between people and technology....

   To Be Published July 12th 2012 by CRC Press
7. Advances in the Human Side of Service Engineering

   Edited by James C. Spohrer, Louis E. Freund

   Series: Advances in Human Factors and Ergonomics Series

   This volume focuses on the human aspects of manufacturing. It covers a broad spectrum of ergonomics and human factors issues highlighting the design of contemporary manufacturing systems. The book also discusses issues that arise in both the shop floor and office environments, in the quest for...

   To Be Published July 12th 2012 by CRC Press
8. Advances in Applied Human Modeling and Simulation

   Edited by Vincent G. Duffy

   Series: Advances in Human Factors and Ergonomics Series

   To Be Published July 12th 2012 by CRC Press
9. 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...

   To Be Published July 12th 2012 by CRC Press
10. Advances in Usability Evaluation Part II

    Edited by Francesco Rebelo, Marcelo M. Soares

    Series: Advances in Human Factors and Ergonomics Series

    To Be Published July 12th 2012 by CRC Press