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Study on human work capacity Optimization of steering location
All the major activities currently being undertaken by Ergonomics laboratory can be classified under three major areas namely
1. Basic research
2. Product Ergonomics
3. Biomedical Engineering


Modified container for MMH Sequential changes in CG while lifting load
1. Basic research: The laboratory is carrying out extensive research in the area of manual material handling with special emphasis on women work force.



Evaluation of chair as per TUV norms Intra abdominal pressure measurement
2. Product Ergonomics: The laboratory conducts regular researches in the area of automobile ergonomics, furniture ergonomics, railway driver cabin design, sanitary ware design etc


Diabetic feet pressure measurement Tensionometer for K wire tensioner
3. Biomedical Engineering: Being a part of Indian Institute of Technology and also having close proximity with different hospitals and rehabilitation centers, the laboratory conducts extensive researches in the areas of developing products for physically handicapped. The laboratory is also doing extensive researches for developing products related to diabetic feet pressure measurements and gait analysis, improvement in tensioner for Ilizarov method, developing a vestibular stimulator for CP children etc.



For additional information, Write to
Prof G G Ray
Ergonomics Studio-Project Coordinator
at ggray@iitb.ac.in  




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