The future role of ergonomics databases

Abstract

Various ergonomics databases are reviewed which are based on traditional information technology and are currently available in Europe. Three future developments are then discussed, one relating to hardware features, the use of CD-ROM, and the other two to software features, the use of hypertext and expert systems. It is argued that while hypertext and expert systems have a number of attractive features, traditional information systems will continue to play an extremely important role in providing ergonomics information and advice.

Keywords:

• Ergonomics databases
• Expert systems
• Hypertext
• Information systems.