Ergonomics History
Early History
Description
Late 19th Century
  • "Ergonomics" word appears. 
Early Last Century
  • Gillberth's Work - new surgical procedure still in use today, skilled performance to prevent fatigue - motion study
  • not paying attention to patient when looking for surgical tools
World War 2
Selection and Training - fitting the person to the job
  • Real start as a result of the technical explosion created by the war
Now
Description
Modern-Ish
Description
1945-1950s
Birth of a profession in ergonomics. 
1950
The Ergonomics Research Society
1957
The Human Factors Society
  • Established at a joint meeting of the aeromedical engineering association and the san diego human engineering society
Focus
  • Military, Aerospace
  • Many research labs and contracts started. 
1960-1980s
  • Rapid Growth Period
  • Expanded into a variety of industries (esp. manufacturing)
1980s-Present Day
Impact of Computer Revolution
  • Invaded into information and service sector of economy
  • Continue to expand to other sectors
  • User-Friendly software and interface, office systems information networking. 
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