18058955. Intelligent Real Time Ergonomic Management simplified abstract (INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MACHINES CORPORATION)
Intelligent Real Time Ergonomic Management
Organization Name
INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MACHINES CORPORATION
Inventor(s)
Allison Kei Ishida of Alameda CA (US)
Diana Isabelle Ovadia of Camarillo CA (US)
Ravithej Chikkala of Pflugerville TX (US)
Intelligent Real Time Ergonomic Management - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18058955 titled 'Intelligent Real Time Ergonomic Management
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes a system for remedying ergonomic issues by generating an ergonomic score based on the user's physical positions at a workstation compared to an ideal setup, sending alerts to the user, and performing remediation actions based on the score.
- The system generates an ergonomic score based on differences in physical positions at a workstation and an ideal setup.
- Alerts are sent to the user's device regarding the differences identified.
- Remediation actions are performed based on the ergonomic score.
Potential Applications
This technology could be applied in office environments, manufacturing facilities, and other work settings where ergonomics is important.
Problems Solved
This technology helps address ergonomic issues that can lead to discomfort, pain, and long-term health problems for users who spend extended periods at workstations.
Benefits
The system helps users maintain correct posture and reduce the risk of musculoskeletal disorders by providing real-time feedback and guidance on ergonomic improvements.
Potential Commercial Applications
"Improving Workplace Ergonomics with Real-time Feedback and Remediation Actions"
Possible Prior Art
There may be existing systems or methods for assessing and improving workplace ergonomics, but specific prior art is not provided in the abstract.
Unanswered Questions
How does the system determine the ideal ergonomic setup for each user?
The abstract does not detail the specific criteria or methods used to establish the ideal ergonomic setup for individual users.
What types of remediation actions are performed based on the ergonomic score?
The abstract does not specify the specific actions or interventions that are taken to address ergonomic issues identified through the system.
Original Abstract Submitted
Remediating ergonomic issues is provided. An ergonomic score corresponding to a user is generated based on differences between variations in physical positions of the user at a workstation and an ideal ergonomic setup corresponding to a target correct posture of the user at the workstation. An alert regarding the differences is sent to a client device of the user via a network. A set of remediation actions is performed based on the ergonomic score.