TYPOLOGICAL – ERGONOMIC EXPERIMENT
Keywords:
design; ergonomics; experiment; innovationAbstract
This applied research, "A Typology and Ergonomic Experiment", is focused on the development of ergonomic seating solutions tailored for young people working and studying from home. With the rise of remote work and education, informal environments often fail to provide adequate support for healthy posture. Users commonly adopt non-ergonomic positions, such as sitting on sofas, beds, or floors, which can lead to significant health issues. The research is centred on analyzing and optimizing design forms that integrate both aesthetic and functional criteria. Problems associated with non-ergonomic positions are identified in the study, and solutions are proposed to support healthy posture during extended periods of sitting in home environments. These findings have the potential to enhance user comfort, reduce health risks, and guide the future development of seating design for informal settings.
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