• MS, Computer, Information, Control Engineering, University of Michigan, 1969
• BS, Science Engineering, University of Michigan, 1972
• MS, Bioengineering, University of Michigan, 1974
• Ph D, Bioengineering, University of Michigan, 1979

Books

Andris Freivalds, 2013, Niebel's Methods, Standards and Work Design, McGraw-Hill

Andris Freivalds, 2011, Biomechanics of the Upper Limbs, Mechanics, Modeling and Musculoskeletal Injuries, CRC Press

Andris Freivalds, 2009, Niebel's Methods, Standards and Work Design, McGraw-Hill, New York, NY

Andris Freivalds, 2004, Biomechanics of the Upper Limbs, Mechanics, Modeling and Musculoskeletal Injuries, CRC Press

Book Reviews

Andris Freivalds, 2014, Stephen Cuastello's "Human Factors Engineering and Ergonomics" for CRC Press (459 pp, CRC Press

Andris Freivalds, 2011, Designing Displays for Older Adults by Richard Pak and Anne McLaughlin, CRC Press

Andris Freivalds, 2011, Usability Testing of Medical Devices by Michael Wiklund, Jonathan Kendler and Allison Y. Strochlic, CRC Press

Andris Freivalds, 2011, Handbook of Human Factors and Ergonomics in Health Care and Patient Safety, CRC Press

Andris Freivalds, 2006, Review of Stanton, N.A.,Walker, G.H., etal, Human Factors Methods, A Practical Guide for Engineering and Design, Ashgate, 2005, pp. p. 829

Andris Freivalds, 2006, Review of Krippendorff, K. The Semantic Turn, A New Foundation for Design. Taylor & Francis 2006

Andris Freivalds, 2006, Review of Tochihara, Y. and Ohnaka, T., Environmental Ergonomics, The Ergonomics of Human Comfort, Health, and Performance in the Thermal Environment, Elsevier, 2005

Andris Freivalds, 2005, Review of R. Bridger's Introduction to Ergonomics, pp. 105-106

Andris Freivalds, 2005, Review of M. Kaplan's Cultural Ergonomics, pp. 583-584

Journal Articles

Andris Freivalds, Lisa Rovniak, Jaehyun Cho, L Kong, Ling Rothrock, M Bopp, C Sciama andna, , 2022, "Effects of desk pedaling work rate on concurrent work performance", Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise, 55, (1), pp. 20-31

Andris Freivalds, Shubo Lyu, Danielle Downs and Stephen Piazza, 2022, "Assessment of postural sway with a pendant mounted wearable sensor", Gait & Posture, 92, pp. 199-205

Andris Freivalds, Jashwant Thota, Eunsik Kim and Kyongwon Kim, 2022, "Development and evaluation of attachable anti-vibration handle", Applied Ergonomics, 98

Andris Freivalds, J Thota, Eunsik Kim and K Kim, 2021, "Development and evaluation of attachable anti-vibration handle", Applied Ergonomics, 98

Andris Freivalds, Stephen J Piazza, Shubo Lyu and Danielle Downs, 2021, "Assessment of postural sway with a pendant-mounted wearable sensor", Gait & Posture, 92, pp. 199-205

Eunsik Kim, Faisal Aqlan and Andris Freivalds, 2020, "Development of an ergonomic four-finger-push manual pipette design", Applied Ergonomics, 85, pp. 103045

Eunsik Kim, Ling Rothrock and Andris Freivalds, 2020, "The impact of gamification on the motivation and performance of engineering students through the lens of self-determination theory", International Journal of Engineering Education, 36, (3), pp. 1117-1131

Eunsik Kim and Andris Freivalds, 2018, "Two-dimensional biomechanical thumb model for pipetting", International Journal of Industrial Ergonomics, 68, pp. 165-175

Joonho Chang, Seungki Moon, Kihyo Jung, Woonmo Kim, Matt Parkinson, Andris Freiva andds, , 2018, "Glasses-type wearable computer displays: usability considerations examined with a 3D glasses case study,", Ergonomics, 61, pp. 670-681

Eunsik Kim, Ling Rothrock and Andris Freivalds, 2018, "An empirical study on the impact of lab gamification on engineering students' satisfaction and learning", International Journal of Engineering Education, 34, pp. 201-216

Eunsik Kim, Andris Freivalds, Fumi Takeda and Chagying Li, 2018, ", Ergonomic Evaluation of Current Advancements in Blueberry Harvesting", Agronomy, 8, (11), pp. 266

Joonho Chang, Andris Freivalds, Neil Sharkey, Youngku Kong, Hyun Min Kim, Kiseok Sung, Dae Min Kim and Kihyo Jung, 2017, "Investigation of index finger triggering force using a cadaver experiment: Effects of trigger grip span, contact location, and internal tendon force", Applied Ergonomics, 65, pp. 183-190

Joonho Chang, Seung K Moon, Kihyo Jung, Woonmo Kim, Matthew Parkinson, Andris Freivalds, Timothy Simpson and Seon Pill Baik, 2017, "Glasses-type wearable computer displays: usability considerations examined with a 3D glasses case study", Ergonomics, pp. 1-12

Fumi Takeda, Wei Yang, Changying Li, Andris Freivalds, Kiseok Sung, R Xu, B Hu, Jeffrey Williamson and Steven Sargent, 2017, "Applying New Technologies to Transform Blueberry Harvesting", Agronomy, 7, pp. 33

Y K Kong,, Andris Freivalds, D M Kim, J Chang, and , , 2017, "Investigation of methods for estimating hand bone dimensions using X-ray hand anthropometric data,", International Journal of Occupational Safety and Ergonomics, 23, pp. 214-224

J Cho, Andris Freivalds and L Rovniak, 2017, "Utilizing anthropometric data to improve the usability of desk bikes, and influence of desk bikes on reading and typing performance", Applied Ergonomics, 60, pp. 128-135

D. Claudio, G. E. Okudan Kremer, W. Bravo-Llerena, Andris Freivalds and Maria Velázquez, 2015, "Perceived Usefulness and Ease of Use of Wearable Sensor-Based Systems in Emergency", IIE Transactions on Occupational Ergonomics, 3, pp. 11

J. Chang, K. Jung, W. Kim, S. K. Moon, Andris Freivalds, T. W. Simpson and S. P. Baik, 2014, "Effects of weight balance on a 3D TV shutter type glasses: Subjective discomfort and physical contact load on the nose", International Journal of Industrial Ergonomics, 44, pp. 9

L. S. Rovniak, L. Denlinger, E. Duveneck, C. N. Sciamanna, L. Kong, Andris Freivalds and C. A. Ray, 2014, "Feasibility of using a compact elliptical device to increase energy expenditure during sedentary activities", J. Sci. Med. Sport., 17, (4), pp. 5

D. Claudio, G. E. Okudan Kremer, W. Bravo-Llerena and Andris Freivalds, 2014, "A dynamic multi-attribute utility theory-based decision support system for patient prioritization in the emergency department", IIE Transactions on Healthcare Systems Engineering, 4, pp. 15

M. I. Lin, W. A. Groves, Andris Freivalds, E. G. Lee and M. Harper, 2012, "Comparison of artificial neural network (ANN) and partial least squares (PLS) regression models for predicting respiratory ventilation: an exploratory study", European Journal of Applied Physiology, 112, (5), pp. 1603-1611

D. Claudio, L. Ricondo, Andris Freivalds and G. E. Okudan, 2012, "Physiological and Descriptive Variables as Predictors for the Emergency Severity Index", IIE Transactions Healthcare Systems Engineering, 12, pp. 131-141

S. A. Oyewole, J. M. Haight and Andris Freivalds, 2010, "The ergonomic design of classroom furniture/computer work station for first graders in the elementary school", International Journal of Industrial Ergonomics, 40, (4), pp. 437-444

S. A. Oyewole, J. M. Haight, Andris Freivalds, D. Cannon and L. Rothrock, 2010, "Statistical Evaluation of Safety Intervention Effectiveness and Optimization of Resource Allocation", Journal of Loss Prevention in the Process Industries, 23, (5), pp. 585-593

M. I. Lin, W. A. Groves, Andris Freivalds, L. Lee, E. G. Lee, J. E. Slaven and M. Harper, 2010, "Laboratory evaluation of a physiologic sampling pump (PSP)", Journal of Environmental Monitoring, 12, (7), pp. 1415-1421

D. Bauer and Andris Freivalds, 2009, "Backpack load limit recommendation for middle school students based on physiological and psychophysical measurements", Work, 32, pp. 339-350

L. Lee, J. Flemmer, E. G. Lee, M. Harper, M. I. Lin, W. Groves, Andris Freivalds and J. Slaven, 2009, "A novel physiologic sampling pump capable of rapid response to breathing", Journal of Environmental Monitoring, 11, pp. 1020-1027

Earle-Richardson Giulia, Paul L. Jenkins, David Strogatz, Erin M. Bell, Andris Freivalds, Julie A. Sorensen and John J. May, 2008, "Electromyographic assessment of apple bucket intervention designed to reduce back strain", Ergonomics, 51, (6), pp. 902-919

Mi Lin, W. A. Groves, Andris Freivalds, E. Lee, M. Harper, J. E. Slaven and L. Lee, 2008, "Exposure assessment by physiological sampling pump - Prediction of minute ventilation using a portable respiratory inductive plethysmograph (RIP) system", Journal of Environmental Monitoring, 10, pp. 1179-1186

B. Kamalkannan, W. Groves and Andris Freivalds, 2007, "Predictive Models for Estimating Metabolic Workload based on Heart Rate and Physical Characteristics", The Journal of Safety, Health and Environmental Research, 4, (1), pp. 1-26

Y. Kong, H. Jang and Andris Freivalds, 2006, "Wrist and Tendon Dynamics as Contributory Risk Factors in Work-Related Musculoskeletal Disorders", Human Factors and Ergonomics in Manufacturing, 16, pp. 83-105

G. Earle-Richardson, Andris Freivalds, P. Burdick, P. Jenkins, S. Park, C. Lee and J. May, 2006, "Laboratory Evaluation of Belt Usage with Apple Buckets", American Journal of Industrial Medicine, 49, pp. 23-29

Andris Freivalds, S. Park, C. Lee, G. Earle-Richardson, C. Mason and J. J. May, 2006, "Effect of belt/bucket interface in apple harvesting", International Journal of Industrial Ergonomics, 36, pp. 13-23

M. C. Jung, J. M. Haight and Andris Freivalds, 2006, "Luggage-Pulling Task Evaluation by Kinematics and Subjective Ratings", The Journal of Safety, Health and Environmental Research, 3, (1), pp. 1-34

M. C. Jung, J. M. Haight and Andris Freivalds, 2005, "Pushing and pulling carts and wheelbarrows", International Journal of Industrial Ergonomics, 35, pp. 79-89

Y. K. Kong, Andris Freivalds and S. E. Kim, 2005, "Evaluation of Hook Handles in a Pulling Task", The International Journal of Occupational Safety and Ergonomics, 11, pp. 301-311

I. Gilad, M. Elnekave and Andris Freivalds, 2005, "Long Distance Performance Time Inputs for Global Work Measurement Practice", International Journal of Industrial Engineering, 12, pp. 314-321

H. You, Z. Simmons, Andris Freivalds, M. Kothari and S. H. Naidu, 2004, "The Development of a Risk Assessment Model for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: A Case-Referent Study", Ergonomics, 47, (6), pp. 688-709

Y. K. Kong, Andris Freivalds and S. E. Kim, 2004, "Evaluation of handles in a maximum gripping task", Ergonomics, 47, pp. 1350-1364

Conference Proceedings

Andris Freivalds, Stephen Piazza, Danielle Symons Downs and Shubo Lyu, 2019, "Validity of Pendant-Based IMU Assessment of Postural Stability Under Varying Balance Conditions Compared to a Sensor Positioned on the Lower Back", Proceedings of the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society

Andris Freivalds and Shubo Lyu, 2019, "Body balance estimation in standing and walking conditions using inertial measurement units and galvanic skin response", Advances in Intelligent Systems and Computing, 818:9-12, pp. 9-12

Andris Freivalds and Shubo Lyu, 2018, "Body Balance Estimation in Standing and Walking Conditions Using Inertial Measurement Units and Galvanic Skin Response", Proceedings of the 20th Congress of the International Ergonomics Association (IEA 2018), University Pk, US, pp. 9-12

Janis Terpenny, Catherine Harmonosky, Amine Lehtihet, Vittal Prbhu, Andris Freivalds, Elena Joshi and Jose Ventura, 2018, "Product-based learning: Bundling goods and services for an integrated context-rich industrial engineering curriculum", ASEE Annual Conference and Exposition, Conference Proceedings, University Pk, US

E Kim, Ling Rothrock, Andris Freiva andds, , 2016, "The effects of Gamification on engineering lab activities", IEEE

Kiseok Sung, Andris Freivalds and Jay Cho, 2016, "Effects of grip span in one-handed thumb interaction with a smartphone: Beyond the thumb's length limitation", pp. 1047-1051

Eunsik Kim, Andris Freivalds, Kiseok Sung and Jaehyun Cho, 2015, "Development of Two-Dimensional Biomechanical Modeling of the Thumb for Pipetting", Proceedings of the Annual Meeting of Human Factors and Ergonomics Society, Annual Meeting of Human Factors and Ergonomics Society, 59, pp. 5

Inki Kim, Scarlett Miller and Andris Freivalds, 2014, "Motion analysis as an evaluation framework for eye-hand coordination: A case study in ultrasound-guided catheter insertion", Proceedings of the ASME Design Engineering Technical Conference, Annual Meeting of Human Factors and Ergonomics Society, 1A, pp. 5

Andris Freivalds and J. Cho, 2014, "Modern methods for time study", IIE Annual Conference and Expo 2014, pp. 5

Kiseok Sun and Andris Freivalds, 2014, "Evaluating Both Physiological and Biomechanical Strains in Women Using Different Hoe Handle Designs", Annual Meeting of Human Factors and Ergonomics Society, pp. 5

Andris Freivalds, S. Park, J. Chang and N. Sharkey, 2014, "Grip Force Simulations Using an Instrumented Cadaver Forearm", 5th International Conference on Applied Human Factors and Ergonomics AHFE 2014, pp. 7418-7424

J. Chang, Andris Freivalds, N. A. Sharkey, Y. K. Kong, H. M. Kim, K. Sung and D. M. Kim, 2014, "Investigation of Triggering Force by the Index Finger for Optimal Trigger Design Using a Cadaver Experiment", Proceedings of the Annual Meeting of Human Factors and Ergonomics Society, Annual Meeting of Human Factors and Ergonomics Society, 58, pp. 5

Joonho Chang, Yong-Ku Kong, Andris Freivalds, Hyun-Sung Kang and Jae Hyun Cho, 2013, "Investigation of relationships between hand surface dimensions and hand bone dimensions", Proceedings of the 57th Human Factors and Ergonomics Society,, Proceedings of the 57th Human Factors and Ergonomics Society,, pp. 948-952

Kiseok Sung, Andris Freivalds, Joonho Chang and Yung-Ku Kong, 2013, "Development of the two-dimensional biomechanical hand model for a guitar player", Proceedings of the 57th Human Factors and Ergonomics Society,, Proceedings of the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society, HFES 2013, pp. 1653-1657

Andris Freivalds, 2013, "Work Measurement in the 21st Century", Proceedings of the 2013 Industrial and Systems Engineering Research Conference

M. H. Yun and Andris Freivalds, 2012, "Multi-media Global Human Factors Distance Education", Proceedings of the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society, 56, pp. 586-590

J. Chang, K. Jung, S. K. Moon, W. Kim, Andris Freivalds, T. W. Simpson and S. P. Baik, 2012, "Determination of Optimal Location of Circuit Board and Battery on 3D Glasses by Considering Nose Load and Subjective Discomfort", Proceedings of the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society, 56, pp. 1877-1881

D. Claudio, G. Okudan and Andris Freivalds, 2011, "A Case Study on How to Implement MAUT in Healthcare", Proceedings of the 61st Annual Conference of the Insitute of Industrial Engineers

M. Velazquez, G. E. Okudan Kremer and Andris Freivalds, 2011, "The Effect of Emotion in Perceived Usability of Smart Phones", Proceedings of the 61st Annual Conference of the Insitute of Industrial Engineers

D. Claudio, W. Bravo-Llerena, A. Freivalds and Andris Freivalds, 2011, "Waiting in the Emergency Department: Dynamics of Patients' Vital Signs", Proceedings of the 61st Annual Conference of the Insitute of Industrial Engineers

J. Chang, Andris Freivalds, J. Hwang and S. K. Moon, 2011, "Design and Assessment of Ergonomics of Hand-Powered Pruning Shears Based on Gender-Specific Operating Strategy", Proceedings of the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society, 55, pp. 1671-1675

J. Chang, Andris Freivalds, J. Hwang and S. K. Moon, 2011, "Determination of Optimal Grip Span Between a Bicycle Handlebar and a Brake Lever by Using a Two-Dimensional Biomechanical Hand Model", Proceedings of the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society, 55, pp. 1635-1639

D. Claudio, M. A. Velazquez, W. Bravo-Llerena, G. E. Okudan and Andris Freivalds, 2010, "Usefulness of Wireless Technologies to Improve Emergency Department's Patient Care", Proceedings of the 2010 Industrial Engineering Research Conference

T. Armstrong, D. J. Cochran, P. A. Bleed, J. Lin, Andris Freivalds, R. G. Radwin and D. M. Rempel, 2010, "Hand Tool Ergonomics - Past and Present", Proceedings of the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society, 54, pp. 1145-1148

J. Chang, K. Jung, J. Hwang, Y. Kang, S. Lee and Andris Freivalds, 2010, "Determination of Bicycle Handle Diameters", Proceedings of the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society, 54, pp. 1790-1793

A. M. Yoder, A. M. Adams, E. A. Brensinger, J. Hwang and Andris Freivalds, 2010, "Designing tools and agricultural equipment for women", Proceedings of the American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers Annual International Meeting, 7, pp. 5410-541

Luciano Ricondo, David Claudio, Andris Freivalds and G. E. Okudan, 2009, "Investigation of Physiological Variables Used for Patient Monitoring in Hospitals", Proceedings of the 2009 Industrial Engineering Research Conference, pp. 639-644

David Claudio, Luciano Ricondo, Andris Freivalds and G. E. Okudan, 2009, "Physiological and Descriptive Variables as Predictors for Emergency Severity Index", Proceedings of the 2009 Industrial Engineering Research Conference, pp. 669-674

Jordan Shelton, David Claudio, G. E. Okudan and Andris Freivalds, 2009, "Investigating Factors Affecting the Skin and Core Body Temperature Relationship", Proceedings of the 2009 Industrial Engineering Research Conference

S. Park, Andris Freivalds, N. Sharkey and B. Lowe, 2009, "A New Device for Measuring Flexor Tendon Forces and Grip Force: A Cadaver Model", Proceedings of the American Society of Biomechanics Annual Meeting

E. Fields, D. Claudio, G. E. Okudan, C. A. Smith and Andris Freivalds, 2009, "Triage Decision Making: Discrepancies in Assigning the Emergency Severity Index", Proceedings of the 2009 Industrial Engineering Research Conference, pp. 699-704

Andris Freivalds and J. Hwang, 2009, "Modeling Tendon Forces and Moments While Operating Power Tool Triggers", Proceedings of the 2009 Industrial Engineering Research Conference, pp. 1033-1308

Andris Freivalds, S. Park and J. Hwang, 2008, "Comparison of subjective ratings and direct pressures produced by two acupressure wrist bands", Proceedings of the 2008 Industrial Engineering Research Conference, pp. 1033-1038

D. Bauer and Andris Freivalds, 2008, "Using Physiological and Psychophysical Measurements to Assess Backpack Loads for Middle School Students", Proceedings of the 2008 Industrial Engineering Research Conference

D. Claudio, E. Fields, Andris Freivalds and G. Kremer, 2008, "Sensors in the Emergency Department: Opportunities for Applications in Decision-making", INFORMS Annual Meeting

S. Lee and Andris Freivalds, 2007, "Usability Prediction for a Website based on Preference: Investigation using the Lens Model", Proceedings of the 2007 Industrial Engineering Research Conference

Andris Freivalds, 2007, "Use of the tablet PC for human factors instruction", Proceedings of the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society 51st Annual Meeting

Andris Freivalds, S. Park, N. A. Sharkey, Y. K. Kong and B. D. Lowe, 2006, "Measurement of tendon forces while gripping handles", Proceedings of IEA2006: 16th World Congress on Ergonomics

Andris Freivalds, S. Park and D. J. Kong, 2004, "Using the PDA as an Educational Tool to Collect Work Measurement Data", Proceedings of the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society 48th Annual Meeting, pp. 1021-1024

Other

S. A. Oyewole, J. M. Haight and Andris Freivalds, 2009, "A Statistical Technique to Assess Safety Intervention and Resource Allocation Optimization"

Andris Freivalds, 2006, "Musculoskeletal Disorders of the Upper Extremity and Ergonomic Interventions"

Andris Freivalds, 2006, "Methods Engineering"

Andris Freivalds, 2005, "Upper Extremity Analysis - Wrist", pp. 45.1-45.27

• PSIMES Faculty Appreciation Award, PSIMES, April 2015 - December 2015

• Lucas Professorship, September 2016

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