Integrating Human-Centric Principles into Machine Design: Ergonomic and Safety Enhancements in Mechanical Systems

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Year : 2025 [if 2224 equals=””]20/09/2025 at 4:01 PM[/if 2224] | [if 1553 equals=””] Volume : 12 [else] Volume : 12[/if 1553] | [if 424 equals=”Regular Issue”]Issue : [/if 424][if 424 equals=”Special Issue”]Special Issue[/if 424] [if 424 equals=”Conference”][/if 424] 02 | Page : 33 37

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    Shubham Mishra,

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  1. Research Scholar, Department of Electrical Engineering, Jaipur Engineering College & Research Centre, Jaipur, Rajasthan, India

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nThe integration of human-centric design (HCD) principles into mechanical systems has become increasingly critical in contemporary machine design. As machines become more complex and operate within high-interaction environments, the need for design strategies that prioritize human safety, usability, and comfort has intensified. This review explores how ergonomic insights, safety standards, and user experience (UX) considerations influence the physical configuration, control mechanisms, and operational safety of mechanical systems across industrial, healthcare, and transportation sectors. It emphasizes the mechanical implications of anthropometric adaptation, fault-tolerant layouts, safety-enhancing structural features, and the optimization of component interfaces. Case examples from robotics, factory automation, medical device design, and human-machine interfaces demonstrate how HCD enhances usability, minimizes fatigue, and aligns with international regulatory standards. The study also evaluates how mechanical decisions, such as actuator placement, interface resistance, modularity, and spatial planning, support cognitive and physical ergonomics. Additionally, the study highlights emerging trends in AI-driven personalization, inclusive engineering, and adaptive mechanical systems. It further discusses the growing role of immersive prototyping, rapid usability testing, and simulation-based optimization using CAD, PLM, and digital twin technologies. These methods significantly reduce development timelines while ensuring ergonomic compliance and safety validation. The integration of these principles enables designers to create intelligent, responsive, and human-compatible mechanical systems that align with both engineering performance goals and user well-being. Ultimately, human-centric design is transforming the philosophy of machine engineering, from purely technical functionality to holistic interaction-focused solutions that accommodate human diversity and optimize machine usability at all operational levels.nn

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Keywords: HCD, ergonomics, FMEA, hazard and operability studies, virtual reality

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