25.8. Training and Human Factors

Try these first

1. 1.

   Why is operator training important?

   Hint

   Think about safety and effectiveness.

2. 2.

   What is ergonomic interface design?

   Hint

   Focus on comfort and user-friendliness.

3. 3.

   What is the primary purpose of operator training?

   • Increase productivity
   • Ensure safety
   • Decrease costs

   Hint

   Focus on safety aspects.

4. 4.

   True or False: Ergonomic design can help reduce cognitive load.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Think about how ease of use affects performance.

5. 5.

   Design a comprehensive training program for operators interfacing with a new construction robot.

   Hint

   Consider all aspects of safe robot operation.

6. 6.

   Analyze a case where fatigue led to an incident in human-robot interaction; propose strategies to mitigate such risks.

   Hint

   Reflect on both human behavior and mechanical interactions.