The article presents simulation and strain gauge verification studies of a workstation designed for a person working in a seated position at a workbench. The workbench is part of a shelving unit. In its rear part, there is a load-bearing frame—a truss—along which a carriage assembly moves. Additionally, a vertical frame is mounted on the carriage assembly, along which a holder with a driver moves. A structural stiffness analysis was performed, followed by preliminary analytical calculations. Subsequent tests were conducted using the ABAQUS v.7 software. The Standard module, which utilizes a static equilibrium system, was applied here.The workstation under study is intended for a person working in a seated position at a workbench. This person uses parts stored in drawers arranged in the shelving unit’s slots. The workbench is part of the shelving unit, which houses drawers with containers. At the back of the shelving unit, there is a load-bearing frame—a truss—along which a carriage assembly moves. Additionally, a vertical frame is mounted on the carriage assembly, along which a holder with a shelf driver moves. The control system is located at the workbench and is operated by the user. (…)
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Source: Logistyka Magazine
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