Open AccessEvaluation of a Harmony Search Algorithm for Manual Lifting Tasks Optimization
Author(s) -
Serap Ulusam,
Yunus Eroğlu
Publication year - 2015
Publication title -
international journal of computer applications
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
ISSN - 0975-8887
DOI - 10.5120/ijca2015907442
Subject(s) - computer science , harmony search , harmony (color) , artificial intelligence , art , visual arts
This paper presents near optimal solution method to find safe work place design using harmony search algorithm. Revised NIOSH equations are considered to minimize relative estimate of the physical stress associated with a manual-lifting job. The proposed algorithm will assist occupational safety and health practioners in evaluating lifting tasks and reducing the incidence of low back injuries in workers. General Terms Algorithms, Heuristics, Ergonomics, Work Design.
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