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Applications of Cybernetics in Ergonomics
Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:34:23
Abstract
Cybernetics systems have been studied and applied in various research fields, such as for applications in ergonomics. Topics discussed in this lecture (man-machine-interaction, performance in multi-modal interactions, quantification in gestalt principles for the use in product development, information processing) are deepened with exercises conducted at our labs.
Objective
To learn and practice cybernetics principles in interface designs and product development.
Content
- Fitt's law applied in manipulation tasks - Hick-Hyman law applied in design of the driver assistance systems - Vigilance applied in quality inspection - Accommodation/vergence crosslink function - Cross-link models in neurobiology- the ocular motor control system - Human performance in optimization of production lines
Resources
Literature
Gavriel Salvendy, Handbook of Human Factors and Ergonomics, 4th edition (2012)
General Information
- Language
- English
- Levels
- MSC
- Frequency
- Yearly recurring
Examination
- Type
- graded semester performance
Course Components
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Applications of Cybernetics in Ergonomics
In attendance only for Practical Work on Dec 9 ((Okulomotorik, Refraktion). Information will be given by the lecturers.
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1 h weekly |