Challenging Innovation with Prospective Ergonomics
Abstract
This chapter proposes that Industry 5.0 reposition ergonomics as a science of innovation by and for humans, in addition to being a discipline of design and correction. Following a presentation of the specific features of Industry 5.0, notably its focus on the human being, this chapter highlights the importance of ergonomics upstream of projects, of ergonomics focused on anticipating future needs, and thus of prospective ergonomics. The latter is defined, as is its role in Industry 5.0.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Ergonomics and Human Factors
Innovative Human-Technology Interaction
Human-Automation Interaction and Safety
Publication details
- Journal / source
- CRC Press eBooks
- Pages
- 46–69
- Publication date
- 11 March 2026
- Language
- EN
- Document type
- Book chapter