Sharon Melissa Bennett Joines
Also known as: Sharon MB Joines; Sharon Melissa Bennett Joines; Sharon Bennett Joines; Sharon Melissa Bennett
Human Centered Design, Ergonomics, Universal Design, Trans-disciplinary Collaboration
Sharon Joines is a Professor of Industrial Design and Associate Dean for Academic Strategy for the College of Design; she received her BS, MS, and PhD in Industrial Engineering from NC State. Professor Joines is an NC State University faculty scholar and Director of the Research in Ergonomics and Design (RED) Lab. Sharon is a researcher and design educator with expertise in human-centered design and ergonomics. Her interests encompass applied product and process research, innovation, and quantifying the interaction between individuals, products, and their environment. Her research leverages transdisciplinary, cross-sectoral collaborations to solve over-constrained problems.
Works (30)
Updated: April 4th, 2024 15:05
2023 journal article
Collaborative Writing in the Intelligence Community: Investigation of Analytic Collaborative Reporting Processes and Writing Strategies
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF E-COLLABORATION, 19(1).
author keywords: Collaborative Reporting; Collaborative Writing; Intelligence Reporting; Report Consumption; Report Generation
TL;DR:
The researchers documented the processes of report generation and consumption as well as assessed three collaborative writing strategies to gain valuable research data and to aid analysts with collaborative reporting, improve collaboration, and advance reporting methodology within the Intelligence Community.
(via Semantic Scholar)
open access via www.igi-global.com (publisher PDF)
UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
4. Quality Education
(Web of Science)
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries, ORCID
Added: October 16, 2023
2022 article
Technology-driven design process: teaching and mentoring technology-driven design process in industrial design education
Kim, B., Joines, S., & Feng, J. (2022, March 23). INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF TECHNOLOGY AND DESIGN EDUCATION, Vol. 3.
author keywords: Technology-driven innovation; Industrial design education; Design methods; Design process
UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
9. Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
(Web of Science)
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: April 4, 2022
2020 journal article
Collaborating with radiographers to address their work-related musculoskeletal discomfort
APPLIED ERGONOMICS, 85.
author keywords: Musculoskeletal injury; Intervention design; Healthcare
MeSH headings : Adult; Allied Health Personnel / psychology; Ergonomics / methods; Female; Humans; Male; Middle Aged; Moving and Lifting Patients / adverse effects; Musculoskeletal Diseases / etiology; Occupational Diseases / etiology; Physical Exertion; Radiography; Risk Factors; Work / physiology; Young Adult
TL;DR:
The expressed needs of experienced radiographers are presented, along with their evaluations of several intervention concepts intended to address some of those needs, to demonstrate the potential for new engineering control concepts to reduce the physical effort associated with some of the most common tasks radiographers perform.
(via Semantic Scholar)
UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
3. Good Health and Well-being
(Web of Science)
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: May 8, 2020
2020 journal article
The Design Brief as a Creativity Catalyst in Design Education: Priming through Problem Statement
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ART & DESIGN EDUCATION, 40(1), 126–145.
author keywords: design education; design brief; creativity; priming effect; design process; problem‐ solving
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: January 19, 2021
2019 article
The Role of Design in Technology Driven Ergonomics Product Development
ADVANCES IN ERGONOMICS IN DESIGN, Vol. 955, pp. 3–14.
author keywords: New product development; Design thinking methods; Design thinking tools; Technology-driven approach; Innovation; Ergonomic products
TL;DR:
The purpose of this study is to instigate design methods and tools that can be applicable to the technology driven NPD process that can help develop new and innovative products.
(via Semantic Scholar)
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: June 14, 2021
2018 journal article
An investigation into the relationship between product form and perceived meanings
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF INDUSTRIAL ERGONOMICS, 67, 259–273.
author keywords: Perception; Product design; Product form; Styling; Semantic; Meaning attribution
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: October 19, 2018
2018 journal article
Collaborating With Sonographers and Vascular Technologists to Develop Ergonomics Interventions to Address Work-Related Musculoskeletal Disorders
Journal of Diagnostic Medical Sonography, 35(1), 23–37.
author keywords: Sonography; engineering controls; musculoskeletal injury; ultrasound; co-design
TL;DR:
Designers, manufacturers, engineers, and ergonomists are urged to recognize this area of opportunity and come together to apply their knowledge of biomechanics and design in developing useful and usable workplace interventions to reduce sonographers’ WRMSD risk factor exposure.
(via Semantic Scholar)
UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
3. Good Health and Well-being
(Web of Science)
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries, Crossref
Added: January 7, 2019
2018 conference paper
Structures in Challenging Environments: Dynamics, Controls, Smart Structures, Health Monitoring, and Sensors
Earth and Space 2018. Presented at the 16th Biennial International Conference on Engineering, Science, Construction, and Operations in Challenging Environments.
Event: 16th Biennial International Conference on Engineering, Science, Construction, and Operations in Challenging Environments
Sources: Crossref, NC State University Libraries
Added: February 18, 2020
2018 journal article
Usability study to improve interaction design for drivers in car-sharing system
Journal of Usability Studies, 13(4), 220–247.
Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: November 6, 2020
2017 journal article
The Importance of Organizational Innovation and Adaptation in Building Academic–Industry–Intelligence Collaboration: Observations from the Laboratory for Analytic Sciences
The International Journal of Intelligence, Security, and Public Affairs, 19(3), 171–196.
Sources: Crossref, NC State University Libraries, ORCID
Added: September 10, 2019
2017 chapter
Universal Design
In M. Curtin, M. Egan, & J. Adams (Eds.), Occupational Therapy for People Experiencing Illness, Injury or Impairment (7th ed.). Edinburgh: Elsevier.
Ed(s): M. Curtin, M. Egan & J. Adams
Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: November 6, 2020
2017 article
User-Centered Design and Theory of Innovation: Problem Solving Integration Approach for Ergonomic Product Design
ADVANCES IN ERGONOMICS IN DESIGN (AHFE 2017), Vol. 588, pp. 314–320.
author keywords: UCD; TRIZ; Integration approach; Ergonomic product design
TL;DR:
To increase user satisfaction index and achieve rapid innovation in new ergonomic product development, a multidisciplinary model integrating method of User-Centered Design (UCD) and theory of innovation problem solving (TRIZ) eight evolutionary patterns for ergonomic products innovative design in the early design stages was proposed.
(via Semantic Scholar)
UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
9. Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
(OpenAlex)
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: November 12, 2018
2016 journal article
Collaborating with mammographers to address their work-related musculoskeletal discomfort
ERGONOMICS, 59(10), 1307–1317.
author keywords: Mammographer; musculoskeletal discomfort; design; intervention; healthcare
MeSH headings : Adult; Equipment Design; Ergonomics / methods; Female; Health Personnel; Humans; Mammography; Middle Aged; Musculoskeletal Pain / prevention & control; Needs Assessment; Occupational Diseases / prevention & control; Posture; United States
TL;DR:
Needs, opportunities, methods, and methods for working with mammographers in order to develop interventions to reduce their exposure to risk factors for work-related musculoskeletal discomfort are discussed.
(via Semantic Scholar)
UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
3. Good Health and Well-being
(Web of Science)
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018
2015 journal article
Adjustable task lighting: Field study assesses the benefits in an office environment
WORK-A JOURNAL OF PREVENTION ASSESSMENT & REHABILITATION, 51(3), 471–481.
author keywords: Musculoskeletal; vision; usability; posture; discomfort
MeSH headings : Adult; Asthenopia / etiology; Attitude; Conservation of Energy Resources; Ergonomics; Female; Humans; Lighting / adverse effects; Lighting / instrumentation; Lighting / methods; Male; Middle Aged; Musculoskeletal Pain / etiology; Posture; Workplace; Young Adult
TL;DR:
Assessing the ergonomic and calculated utility power consumption benefits of adjustable LED task lighting in an office environment using a control/intervention experiment design found significant benefits to musculoskeletal comfort, posture, and visual comfort were documented when participants used the adjustable task lights.
(via Semantic Scholar)
UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
3. Good Health and Well-being
(Web of Science)
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018
2015 journal article
Collaborating with cardiac sonographers to develop work-related musculoskeletal disorder interventions
ERGONOMICS, 59(9), 1193–1204.
author keywords: Sonography; engineering controls; musculoskeletal injury; ultrasound
MeSH headings : Adult; Biomechanical Phenomena; Diagnostic Techniques, Cardiovascular; Female; Humans; Male; Man-Machine Systems; Musculoskeletal Diseases / etiology; Musculoskeletal Diseases / prevention & control; Needs Assessment; Occupational Diseases / etiology; Occupational Diseases / prevention & control; Occupational Exposure / adverse effects; Occupational Exposure / prevention & control; Pilot Projects; Risk Assessment; Task Performance and Analysis; Ultrasonography / methods
TL;DR:
Needs, opportunities, methods, and methods for working with sonographers in order to develop interventions to reduce their exposure to risk factors for work-related musculoskeletal discomfort are discussed.
(via Semantic Scholar)
UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
3. Good Health and Well-being
(Web of Science)
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018
2011 journal article
Aesthetic Judgment and Vision: Our Associated Emotional Response to Objects
Design Principles and Practices: An International Journal—Annual Review, 5(4), 607–622.
Sources: Crossref, NC State University Libraries
Added: December 16, 2019
2011 journal article
Design and Obesity: The Effects of Tableware on Eating Behaviors
Design Principles and Practices: An International Journal—Annual Review, 4(6), 97–114.
UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
2. Zero Hunger
(OpenAlex)
Sources: Crossref, NC State University Libraries
Added: December 16, 2019
2010 chapter
Evaluation of an Intervention to Reduce Upper Extremity Pain in Ultrasound
In Advances in Human Factors and Ergonomics Series (pp. 114–123).
Sources: Crossref, NC State University Libraries
Added: December 16, 2019
2010 journal article
Evaluation of an Obesity Simulation Suit: Subjective and Physiological Assessment
Design Principles and Practices: An International Journal—Annual Review, 4(4), 263–274.
Sources: Crossref, NC State University Libraries
Added: December 16, 2019
2010 chapter
Towards Universal Design
In M. Curtin, M. Molineux, & J.-A. Supyk-Mellson (Eds.), Occupational Therapy and Physical Dysfunction: enabling occupation (6th ed., pp. 431–452). New York: Elsevier.
Ed(s): M. Curtin, M. Molineux & J. Supyk-Mellson
Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: November 6, 2020
2009 journal article
Analysis of Alternative Keyboards Using Learning Curves
HUMAN FACTORS, 51(1), 35–45.
MeSH headings : Adolescent; Adult; Computer Peripherals; Female; Humans; Learning; Male; Writing; Young Adult
TL;DR:
Understanding the changes in task performance time that come with learning can provide additional information for a cost-benefit analysis when considering the implementation of ergonomic interventions.
(via Semantic Scholar)
UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
3. Good Health and Well-being
(Web of Science)
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018
2009 journal article
Enhancing quality of life through Universal Design
NEUROREHABILITATION, 25(3), 155–167.
author keywords: Universal Design; neurological disabilities; inclusive design; design for all; stroke; spinal cord injury
MeSH headings : Architectural Accessibility; Caregivers / psychology; Efficiency; Environment Design; Facility Design and Construction / methods; Humans; Interior Design and Furnishings; Mobility Limitation; Nervous System Diseases / psychology; Nervous System Diseases / rehabilitation; Patient Care Team; Quality of Life / psychology; Research; Residential Facilities / organization & administration; Safety Management / methods; Self-Help Devices; Social Environment
TL;DR:
By matching patients varied abilities with universal design solutions, the model of universal design benefitting the patients' social sphere will be demonstrated.
(via Semantic Scholar)
UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
1. No Poverty
(Web of Science)
4. Quality Education
(OpenAlex)
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018
2009 article
Enhancing quality of life through Universal Design (vol 25, pg 155, 2009)
Neurorehabilitation, Vol. 25, pp. 313–326.
Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018
2009 journal article
Enhancing quality of life through universal design
NeuroRehabilitation, 25(4), 313–326.
author keywords: Universal Design; neurological disabilities; inclusive design; design for all; stroke; spinal cord injury
MeSH headings : Architectural Accessibility; Caregivers / psychology; Efficiency; Environment Design; Facility Design and Construction / methods; Humans; Interior Design and Furnishings; Mobility Limitation; Nervous System Diseases / psychology; Nervous System Diseases / rehabilitation; Patient Care Team; Quality of Life / psychology; Research; Residential Facilities / organization & administration; Safety Management / methods; Self-Help Devices; Social Environment
TL;DR:
By matching patients varied abilities with universal design solutions, the model of universal design benefitting the patients' social sphere will be demonstrated.
(via Semantic Scholar)
UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
1. No Poverty
(Web of Science)
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: November 6, 2020
2006 journal article
Low-level exertions of the neck musculature: A study of research methods
Journal of Electromyography and Kinesiology, 16(5), 485–497.
author keywords: electrode location; normalization method; muscle access; neck muscles
MeSH headings : Electromyography / methods; Electromyography / standards; Guidelines as Topic; Humans; Muscle Contraction / physiology; Neck Muscles / physiology; Posture / physiology; Reference Standards; Reproducibility of Results; Research Design; Sensitivity and Specificity; United States
TL;DR:
The goal of the current research was to use empirical methods to answer specific methodological questions concerning use of sEMG in evaluation of the neck extensor system and showed significant differences in normalized EMG data between a posture-specific technique and a reference posture technique.
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UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
3. Good Health and Well-being
(Web of Science)
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries, Crossref
Added: August 6, 2018
2001 journal article
Comparison of self-assessment and partnered-assessment as cost-effective alternative methods for office workstation evaluation
International Journal of Industrial Ergonomics, 28(6), 327–340.
author keywords: ergonomics program; intervention methods; VDT workstation; musculoskeletal disorders
UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
3. Good Health and Well-being
(Web of Science)
Sources: Crossref, NC State University Libraries, Web Of Science
Added: August 6, 2018
2001 journal article
Effects of Computer Monitor Viewing Angle and Related Factors on Strain, Performance, and Preference Outcomes
Human Factors: The Journal of the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society, 43(1), 39–55.
MeSH headings : Adult; Computer Terminals; Data Display; Female; Humans; Male; Middle Aged; Neck Pain / etiology; Occupational Diseases / etiology; Orientation; Psychomotor Performance; Risk Factors; Sprains and Strains / etiology
TL;DR:
A model of visual and musculoskeletal strain associated with computer monitor placement was developed and several hypotheses that were formed to focus the inquiry were formed.
(via Semantic Scholar)
UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
3. Good Health and Well-being
(Web of Science)
4. Quality Education
(OpenAlex)
Sources: Crossref, NC State University Libraries, Web Of Science
Added: August 6, 2018
2001 journal article
Technical Note: The use of mirrors during an assembly task: a study of ergonomics and productivity
Ergonomics, 44(2), 215–228.
author keywords: assembly task; EMG; posture; productivity
MeSH headings : Adult; Audiovisual Aids; Efficiency; Electromyography; Ergonomics; Female; Humans; Male; Muscle Contraction; Muscle, Skeletal / physiology; Muscle, Skeletal / physiopathology; Pain / etiology; Pain / physiopathology; Pain / prevention & control; Posture / physiology; Surveys and Questionnaires; Task Performance and Analysis
TL;DR:
Investigation of the effects of mirror and periscope visual aids as ergonomic interventions designed to eliminate awkward postures of the cervicobrachial region during assembly tasks shows that when comparing the interventions to the industry standard condition, there was a 45% reduction in average cervical erector spinae activity.
(via Semantic Scholar)
Sources: Crossref, NC State University Libraries
Added: December 16, 2019
2000 journal article
Use of surface electromyography to estimate neck muscle activity
Journal of Electromyography and Kinesiology, 10(6), 377–398.
MeSH headings : Biomechanical Phenomena; Cumulative Trauma Disorders / physiopathology; Electrodes; Electromyography; Humans; Neck Muscles / physiology; Neck Muscles / physiopathology; Occupational Diseases / physiopathology
TL;DR:
The paper includes review and discussion of electrode site location, methods of normalization, data reliability, and factors that can affect sEMG signals from this region, including noise, physiologic artifact, stress, visual deficiencies, and pain.
(via Semantic Scholar)
UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
3. Good Health and Well-being
(Web of Science)
Sources: Crossref, NC State University Libraries, Web Of Science
Added: August 6, 2018
1999 journal article
The Effect of Personality Type on Muscle Coactivation during Elbow Flexion
Human Factors: The Journal of the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society, 41(1), 51–60.
MeSH headings : Adult; Analysis of Variance; Biomechanical Phenomena; Elbow Joint / physiology; Ergonomics; Female; Humans; Male; Middle Aged; Muscle Contraction / physiology; Psychomotor Performance; Type A Personality
TL;DR:
Although the study was somewhat limited in its size and scope, the results indicate that certain psychosocial factors may be more than a filter in postinjury response and may directly influence biomechanical loading.
(via Semantic Scholar)
UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
3. Good Health and Well-being
(Web of Science)
Sources: Crossref, NC State University Libraries, Web Of Science
Added: August 6, 2018
Employment
Updated: November 19th, 2019 17:03
2018 - present
North Carolina State University Raleigh, NC, US
Associate Dean of Academic Strategy
College of Design
2017 - present
North Carolina State University Raleigh, NC, US
Professor of Industrial Design
Graphic Design and Industrial Design
2008 - present
North Carolina State University Raleigh, NC, US
Director
RED Lab
2013 - 2017
North Carolina State University Raleigh, NC, US
Director of Graduate Programs, MID
Graphic Design and Industrial Design
2012 - 2017
North Carolina State University Raleigh, NC, US
Associate Professor of Industrial Design
Graphic Design and Industrial Design
2006 - 2012
North Carolina State University Raleigh, NC, US
Assistant Professor of Industrial Design
Industrial Design
2002 - 2005
The Ergonomics Center of North Carolina Raleigh, NC, US
Director of Research
1995 - 2002
North Carolina Ergonomics Resource Center Raleigh, NC, US
Research Assistant
Education
Updated: November 19th, 2019 16:53
1995 - 2002
North Carolina State University Raleigh, North Carolina, US
PhD
Industrial Engineering
1992 - 1995
North Carolina State University Raleigh, North Carolina, US
MS
Industrial Engineering
1988 - 1992
North Carolina State University Raleigh, North Carolina, US
BS
Industrial Engineering
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