Human response to vibration : Prepared by M. J. Griffin and J. Griffin, Human Factors Research Unit, Institute of Sound and Vibration Research, University of Southampton, Southampton, SO9 5NH, England

Abstract

The book's aim is to provide guidance on health risks arising from occupational exposure to vibration. Specific features include: an introduction to wave theory, vibration classification, and vibration axes; an introduction of regulation concerned with occupational vibration exposure; an analysis of vibration measurement topics that include measurement flow, measurement strategy, human vibration meters, accelerometers, and analysis methods; and an examination of whole body and hand-arm vibration standards. The book provides information to those requiring knowledge of human response to vibration for the purpose of making practical improvements to physical working environments. The book provides an educational tool and a reference and stimulus for consultants, practitioners, researchers and students, providing new ideas for the next generation of specialists.