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Ergonomic Design and Intervention of a Chapati Making Machine

Harikrishnan A.R, Adithya Shine, Ajith Joy, Aravind Shine, Ashik Suresh

Abstract


An ergonomic analysis of a chapati maker can provide valuable insights into the design and use of the device, and can help to identify opportunities to improve the safety and efficiency of work practices. Workers use Chapati maker throughout the day, which can cause a variety of musculoskeletal disorders. Musculoskeletal disorders caused by the individual's job are one of the main issues since they have a significant negative influence on quality of life, create a significant financial burden, and reduce productivity. Digital Human Modelling (DHM) software like CATIA V5 is used for both modelling humans and analysing ergonomics. The study employs observational methodology and experimental techniques such as the Nordic questionnaires, OWAS, RULA and REBA to gather data.


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CATIA V5, MSD, Nordic questionnaire, OWAS, REBA and RULA

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DOI: https://doi.org/10.37591/joprm.v13i3.7638

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