Human Factors in Design, Engineering, and Computing - Böcker

This book addresses aspects of human factors in engineering and provides a detailed discussion of novel approaches, systems engineering tools, artificial cognitive systems, and intelligent technologies and automation. It presents applications in diverse areas, including digital manufacturing, transportation, infrastructure development, and cybersecurity.This book:• Merges the engineering perspective with the human factors and social dimension of computing and artificial intelligence–based technologies. • Covers technological development of human factors engineering and the human dimension in applications across all areas of modern society.• Relates to human behavior in the context of technology and systems interactions.• Discusses the design and the appropriation of 3D printing techniques in the management of an innovative product system.• Presents systems engineering tools, user experience methodologies, artificial cognitive systems, intelligent technologies, and automation.The text is for students, professionals, and researchers in the fields of ergonomics, human factors, industrial engineering, and manufacturing engineering.

This book addresses aspects of human factors in engineering and provides a detailed discussion of novel approaches, systems engineering tools, artificial cognitive systems, and intelligent technologies and automation. It presents applications in diverse areas, including digital manufacturing, transportation, infrastructure development, and cybersecurity.This book:• Merges the engineering perspective with the human factors and social dimension of computing and artificial intelligence–based technologies. • Covers technological development of human factors engineering and the human dimension in applications across all areas of modern society.• Relates to human behavior in the context of technology and systems interactions.• Discusses the design and the appropriation of 3D printing techniques in the management of an innovative product system.• Presents systems engineering tools, user experience methodologies, artificial cognitive systems, intelligent technologies, and automation.The text is for students, professionals, and researchers in the fields of ergonomics, human factors, industrial engineering, and manufacturing engineering.

3D Digital Design in Ergonomics and Human Factors is the definitive guide to understanding how 3D software impacts the practice of ergonomics and human factors and how it can be utilized successfully in a variety of different settings. It covers interdisciplinary areas, including ergonomics and human factors, 3D digital design, sustainable digital human anatomical design through Open-Source Software (OSS), and advanced technologies in design. It helps readers at any skill level in 2D and 3D design to increase their competency in this ever-growing field of study. Written in an inclusive, jargon-free way, the book covers the significance of 3D digital design for ergonomics and human factors. It includes an explanation of the structural features of 3D polygonal-mesh modeling and 3D solid modeling (Computer Aided Design—CAD). Within digital OSS, the modeling of anatomical digital humans, integration of AI tools, and advancements in ergonomics, MoCap, and bioengineering for inclusive healthcare are presented in detail. Technologically effective digital OSSs are featured with which the modeling of anatomical digital human, the development of ergonomics and motion capture (MoCap), and ergonomics and bioengineering for inclusive healthcare are possible. Direct useful links to OSS 2D and 3D software and add-ons for expanding the capabilities of digital modelling are presented, and file formats and their extensions receive significant coverage.This modern and timely book will appeal to students, academics, scientists, and professionals associated with 3D digital design, ergonomics and human factors, digital human modeling, bioengineering, healthcare, information technology, workplace safety, education, and proponents of OSS for 2D and 3D design. It provides readers with the necessary digital tools for their activities and needs by giving real, successful examples from practice.

This groundbreaking book explores the power of collaborative AI in amplifying human creativity and expertise. Written by two seasoned experts in data analytics, AI, and machine learning, the book offers a comprehensive overview of the creative process behind AI-powered content generation. It takes the reader through a unique collaborative process between human authors and various AI-based topic experts, created, prompted, and fine-tuned by the authors.This book features a comprehensive list of prompts that readers can use to create their own ChatGPT-powered topic experts. By following these expertly crafted prompts, individuals and businesses alike can harness the power of AI, tailoring it to their specific needs and fostering a fruitful collaboration between humans and machines. With real-world use cases and deep insights into the foundations of generative AI, the book showcases how humans and machines can work together to achieve better business outcomes and tackle complex challenges. Social and ethical implications of collaborative AI are covered and how it may impact the future of work and employment. Through reading the book, readers will gain a deep understanding of the latest advancements in AI and how they can shape our world.Converging Minds: The Creative Potential of Collaborative AI is essential reading for anyone interested in the transformative potential of AI-powered content generation and human-AI collaboration. It will appeal to data scientists, machine learning architects, prompt engineers, general computer scientists, and engineers in the fields of generative AI and deep learning.Chapter 1 of this book is freely available as a downloadable Open Access PDF at http://www.taylorfrancis.com under a Creative Commons [Attribution- No Derivatives (CC-BY -ND)] 4.0 license.

This groundbreaking book explores the power of collaborative AI in amplifying human creativity and expertise. Written by two seasoned experts in data analytics, AI, and machine learning, the book offers a comprehensive overview of the creative process behind AI-powered content generation. It takes the reader through a unique collaborative process between human authors and various AI-based topic experts, created, prompted, and fine-tuned by the authors.This book features a comprehensive list of prompts that readers can use to create their own ChatGPT-powered topic experts. By following these expertly crafted prompts, individuals and businesses alike can harness the power of AI, tailoring it to their specific needs and fostering a fruitful collaboration between humans and machines. With real-world use cases and deep insights into the foundations of generative AI, the book showcases how humans and machines can work together to achieve better business outcomes and tackle complex challenges. Social and ethical implications of collaborative AI are covered and how it may impact the future of work and employment. Through reading the book, readers will gain a deep understanding of the latest advancements in AI and how they can shape our world.Converging Minds: The Creative Potential of Collaborative AI is essential reading for anyone interested in the transformative potential of AI-powered content generation and human-AI collaboration. It will appeal to data scientists, machine learning architects, prompt engineers, general computer scientists, and engineers in the fields of generative AI and deep learning.Chapter 1 of this book is freely available as a downloadable Open Access PDF at http://www.taylorfrancis.com under a Creative Commons [Attribution- No Derivatives (CC-BY -ND)] 4.0 license.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become part and parcel of many aspects of our lives, impacting how we approach tasks and understand the world around us. This book recognizes the impact that Artificial Intelligence (AI) has on education, computer science, and society. Taking an interdisciplinary approach, it looks at the positive and negative implications and delivers a comprehensive understanding of how the integration of AI is shaping the future of human existence.This book covers twelve topics that reveal the links between AI and humans. The topics range from the transformational role of technology in education to the ethical considerations surrounding AI's application, plus many more. Specifically, it investigates how AI algorithms are pushing the boundaries of inventions in computer science and driving innovations in human-computer interaction and software development, through themes such as 'Computer Science and Technological Frontiers'. It also reflects on the societal impact of AI and offers tools to navigate the changing landscape of technology and humanity. With discussions on the latest advancements in AI and their implications for future innovations, readers of this book will learn of the ethical challenges posed by AI through in-depth analysis, including coverage of equity, privacy, and algorithmic bias.Artificial Intelligence and Human Existence: Insights on Education, Technology, and Society is for researchers, educators policymakers in the fields of human factors, human-computer interaction and computer science, plus anyone interested in the links between AI and human society.