McCormick’s Human Factors Engineering. 2nd edition. 1964 Edition [Hardcover] Ernest J. McCormick

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1964 edition. Hardcover is in good condition. No dust jacket. Pages are clean and binding is secure.

Ernest J. McCormick’s “Human Factors Engineering” stands as a pioneering work in the field of ergonomics and human-centered design. Published in 1964, this second edition arrived at a pivotal moment when the post-war industrial boom was driving rapid technological advancement, and a greater emphasis on worker safety and efficiency became paramount. McCormick’s comprehensive text provided a systematic framework for understanding the complex interplay between humans and their working environments, addressing critical factors such as anthropometry, biomechanics, environmental conditions, and cognitive ergonomics. This seminal volume laid the groundwork for a discipline that would profoundly influence the design of everything from factory equipment and aircraft cockpits to consumer products and software interfaces. For collectors and scholars alike, this well-preserved copy offers a window into the formative years of a field that has reshaped our world, making it a valuable addition to any library focused on the history of engineering, design, or human-computer interaction.