reviewErgonomicsDec 2, 2014GREEN OA

State of science: mental workload in ergonomics

MSMark S. YoungKBKarel BrookhuisCDChristopher D. WickensPAPeter A. Hancock

Chicago Neuropsychology Group · University of Groningen · +2 more institutions

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Abstract

Mental workload (MWL) is one of the most widely used concepts in ergonomics and human factors and represents a topic of increasing importance. Since modern technology in many working environments imposes ever more cognitive demands upon operators while physical demands diminish, understanding how MWL impinges on performance is increasingly critical. Yet, MWL is also one of the most nebulous concepts, with numerous definitions and dimensions associated with it. Moreover, MWL research has had a tendency to focus on complex, often safety-critical systems (e.g. transport, process control). Here we provide a general overview of the current state of affairs regarding the understanding, measurement and application of…

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  • Workload
  • Cognitive ergonomics
  • Human factors and ergonomics
  • Process (computing)
  • Computer science
  • Cognition
  • State (computer science)
  • Risk analysis (engineering)
UN Sustainable Development Goals
  • Decent work and economic growth
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