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Cockpit Ergonomics. Chassis Meeting 5. What are Ergonomics?. Study of designing equipment and devices that fit the human body, its movements, and its cognitive abilities. The Ford Taurus. Incorporated over 80 features highlighted from customer survey
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Cockpit Ergonomics Chassis Meeting 5
What are Ergonomics? • Study of designing equipment and devices that fit the human body, its movements, and its cognitive abilities
The Ford Taurus • Incorporated over 80 features highlighted from customer survey • Best-selling car in the U.S. from 1992-1996 • Innovative features included: • Controls recognizable by touch • Centralized control cluster • Cockpit curved to driver’s profile
FA-18 Hornet • Pilot’s seat laid the pilot back to better handle G-forces • How can you tailor your design to fit the driver’s needs?