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abstract

  • Determining the maximum weight that an operator can and should carry is a very important analysis in all types of manufacturing industry and even in some comme-rcial companies such as convenience stores. There are different methods to carry out this type of analysis, in this way we find the RULAS, OWAS method, the NIOSH equ-ation, etc. In all these analyses, the time to carry them out is a determining factor. Traditional instruments are still used today to calculate distances and angles. This article will present how the use of augmented reality tools and the Internet of Things influence the time it takes to complete the task.

publication date

  • January 1, 2023