HE Federal Aviation Administration Abbreviation

human engineering

Application of anatomical, biomechanical, psychological, physiological to the design of work situations. The objective is to optimize human performance in the monitoring and operation of tools and equipment. Sometimes referred to as Human Factors Engineering. A merging of the branches of engineering and the behavioral sciences which are concerned principally with the human component in the design and operation of human-machine systems. Based on a fundamental knowledge and study of human physical and mental abilities and emotional characteristics.