Using an ergonomic approach to assist in equipment operation.
Monozukuri (Saitama University Research Seed Collection 2025-27 p.65)
Keywords: Ergonomics, Human Error, Assistive Technology, Personalization, Emotional Design
As the aging population increases, accidents caused by errors in operating machinery have become a social issue. For example, while the number of traffic accidents has been on a declining trend in recent years, the number of accidents due to pedal misapplication has remained constant, indicating that measures are necessary. In particular, the issue of pedal misapplication by elderly drivers is a concern; however, in rural areas where public transportation is underdeveloped, cars are an indispensable means of transportation for daily life. It is important to have systems in place that ensure safety even when human errors, such as operational mistakes, occur, but it is even more crucial to design systems that minimize the likelihood of human error. In such a market, the development of widely adopted devices with universal design is essential, and research is being conducted on designing devices that are easy for everyone to use, as well as specifications that allow for adjustable flexibility according to the user.
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Kazunori Kaede, Associate Professor Graduate School of Science and Engineering, Department of Mechanical Science, Human Support Engineering Area 【Recent Research Themes】 ● Robot Manipulation ● Measurement and Control of the Lightness of Control Inputs ● Measurement of Psychological Load During Driving Operations
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【Appeal Points to the Industry】 ● I am interested in input devices for operating equipment that improve the quality of life. ● I am conducting research on methods to pursue ease of use and provide satisfaction in operation. 【Examples of Practical Application, Use Cases, and Utilization】 ● Input devices ● Operation support for electric wheelchairs ● Verification of pedal operation support devices
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Prototype of joystick for operating electric wheelchairs.
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The Saitama University Open Innovation Center is a center that functions as a liaison office for industry-academia-government collaboration. It consists of three departments: the Industry-Academia-Government Collaboration Department, the Intellectual Property Department, and the Startup Support Department, each staffed with coordinators well-versed in various fields. The center's activities include solving technical challenges in companies, supporting the implementation of joint research, and conducting technology transfer aimed at introducing and utilizing Saitama University's intellectual property.