Technology Makes Medical Equipment More Ergonomic (.PDF Download)

To deliver easier-to-use, more-portable diagnostic and treatment devices, biomedical engineers often incorporate large flat-screen and tablet-sized displays, as well as touchscreen controls. However, adding such enhancements can’t be done at the last minute. Designers must ensure the displays, controls, and mounting hardware keep patients, health-care workers, and maintenance personnel safe, and enhance rather than hinder the machine’s...

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