Emerging Trends in Ergonomics for Unorganized Sectors Publisher



Nasirzadeh N ; Shekaftik SO
Source: Ergonomics Risk Assessment in Unorganized Sectors Published:2026

Abstract

Occupational ergonomics is a multidisciplinary field for upgrading safety and health through effective work design. With the convergence of sciences, the application of nanoscience is known as a new approach in successful design, which led to the formation of a new science, called Nano-Ergonomics. In fact, it creates a new field of interventions for ergonomists to develop labor conditions. “Nano-Ergonomics” is defined as the combination of “Ergonomics” and “Nanotechnology”, including the use of nanotechnology to fit occupations to humans and provide more convenient situations in workplaces. Recently, nanotechnology has entered three important domains of ergonomics, namely “Physical”, “Environmental”, and “Cognitive” ergonomics. In the “physical” domain, nano-ergonomics is usually applied to manufacture chairs, computer parts, food packaging, and personal protective equipment (PPE). In the field of “environmental” ergonomics, soundproof panels, nanoleafs, nanotech LEDs, photocatalysts, and UV protectors are introduced. Furthermore, in the field of “cognitive” ergonomics, better examination of cognitive functions, manufacturing of smart devices, the use of artificial intelligence to expand cognitive tasks, and developing nano-bots and nano-computers to resolve many medical and food issues are performed. This chapter tries to provide emerging trends, such as nanotechnology, in ergonomics for unorganized sectors. © 2026 selection and editorial matter, Durwesh Jhodkar, Prabir Mukhopadhyay; individual chapters, the contributors.