The Institute for Human and Industrial Engineering (ifab) primarily employs psychologists and engineers. The aim of the interdisciplinary research and teaching activities is to design work systems that are technically functional, economically efficient and humane. The focus is on issues relating to human-machine interaction and work design as well as work organization.
As part of the mechanical engineering project, four female students at ifab developed a prototype for a smart worker assistance system in disassembly this semester. With a lot of initiative and a "hands on" mentality, they were also out and about in the field to gain real insights into the world of worker assistance systems. Technical support was provided by the SFB 1574 Kreislauffabrik, which supported the project with expertise in the field of circular value creation. The result: a well thought-out prototype, initial evaluation results and a great example of how theory, science and practice can come together!
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Dr. Roesler from the human-agent collaboration laboratory at George Mason University recently visited the ifab. The program included exciting insights into our diverse research projects as well as an inspiring lecture on successful (and less successful) questionnaires.
We would like to thank Dr. Roesler for her visit and look forward to working with her in the future!
Human-Agent Collaboration Lab
On 10.01.2025 Sofie Ehrhardt successfully passed her doctoral examination. Congratulations from the entire ifab team!
The title of her thesis is:
"Please let me merge - Communication during lane changes on motorway slip roads"
Link to the thesis