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EBK OM
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Author: Collier
Publisher: YUZU
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Interpretation:Ergonomic features of an automobile interior and suggestions for improvement.

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Ergonomics can be defined as the principles of psychological and physiological aspects that would be incorporated in to a design of a product, process or system. This is an area that gained much popularity since lately, with the increased interest on the impact made upon the health of individuals within their work settings, modes of transportation et cetera.

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