Dr. Leonard O'Sullivan
Biography
Leonard O'Sullivan is Professor (personal chair) of human factors and ergonomics in the School of Design, and a Funded Investigator (Confirm Smart Manufacturing Centre) of the Rapid Innovation Unit with University Hospital Limerick. He is a lead faculty researcher in the Design Factors research group. His research interests include user centred design in medical device innovation, 3D printing and additive manufacturing in medical device design, ergonomics of musculoskeletal disorders, and human factors in worker robot collaboration.Prof. O'Sullivan is a Fellow and current Chairman of the Irish Human Factors and Ergonomics Society, a Chartered Fellow of the Institute of Ergonomics and Human Factors (UK), member of the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society (USA), and member of the Institute of Ergonomics and Human Factors (UK).
Research expertise:
Medical device innovation, 3D printing and additive manufacturing, human Factors in product design, musculoskeletal disorders, healthy and safety management, human robot collaboration.
Research Interests
Design ergonomics, Industrial Ergonomics, Human Factors in Product Design, User Centered Design, Usability, Musculoskeletal disorders, Healthy and safety Management, Medical Device Innovation and SafetyProfessional Activities
Association
- 2016 Registered Member, Institute of Designers of Ireland
- 2013 Member, Human Factros and Ergonomics Society (USA)
- 1999 Irish representative, Federation of European Ergonomics Societies (FEES)
- 1999 Fellow, Chartered Institute of Ergonomics and Human Factors (UK)
- Member, Institute of Occupational Safety and Health
- Fellow, Fellow Irish Human Factors and Ergonomics Society
Committee
- 2005 National Occupational Health Strategy Steering Group for the Health and Safety Authority,
- 2005 ISO Standards-CEN TC122,
- 2002 Irish Ergonomics Society,
- Irish Human Factors and Ergonomics Society,
Education
- 2001 University of Limerick - Ph.D.
- 1998 University Of Limerick - M.Sc.
- 1997 University of Limerick - B.Tech.
Consultancy
- Medicolegal - Investigation of human factors and ergonomics in human/product system interaction.
Language
- German
Peer Reviewed Journals
Preliminary assessment on the effects of line width, layer height and orientation on strength and print time for FDM printing of total contact casts for the treatment of diabetic foot ulcers
Mulcahy N.;O'Sullivan K.J.;O'Sullivan A.;O'Sullivan L. (2023) Preliminary assessment on the effects of line width, layer height and orientation on strength and print time for FDM printing of total contact casts for the treatment of diabetic foot ulcers. Annals Of 3d Printed Medicine
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Assessment and selection of filler compounds for radiopaque PolyJet multi-material 3D printing for use in clinical settings
Shannon A.;O’Sullivan K.J.;Clifford S.;O’Sullivan L. (2022) Assessment and selection of filler compounds for radiopaque PolyJet multi-material 3D printing for use in clinical settings. Proceedings Of The Institution Of Mechanical Engineers Part H-Journal Of Engineering In Medicine :740-747
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Technology acceptance and perceptions of robotic assistive devices by older adults–implications for exoskeleton design
Shore L.;de Eyto A.;O’Sullivan L. (2022) Technology acceptance and perceptions of robotic assistive devices by older adults–implications for exoskeleton design. Disability And Rehabilitation-Assistive Technology :782-790
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Relationship Between Interface Pressures and Pneumatic Cuff Inflation Pressure at Different Assessment Sites of the Lower Limb to Aid Soft Exoskeleton Design
Kermavnar T.;O’Sullivan K.J.;de Eyto A.;O’Sullivan L.W. (2020) Relationship Between Interface Pressures and Pneumatic Cuff Inflation Pressure at Different Assessment Sites of the Lower Limb to Aid Soft Exoskeleton Design. Human factors
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Circumferential tissue compression at the lower limb during walking, and its effect on discomfort, pain and tissue oxygenation: Application to soft exoskeleton design
Kermavnar T.;O'Sullivan K.J.;Casey V.;de Eyto A.;O'Sullivan L.W. (2020) Circumferential tissue compression at the lower limb during walking, and its effect on discomfort, pain and tissue oxygenation: Application to soft exoskeleton design. Applied Ergonomics
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Discomfort/Pain and Tissue Oxygenation at the Lower Limb During Circumferential Compression: Application to Soft Exoskeleton Design
Kermavnar T.;O’Sullivan K.;de Eyto A.;O’Sullivan L. (2020) Discomfort/Pain and Tissue Oxygenation at the Lower Limb During Circumferential Compression: Application to Soft Exoskeleton Design. Human factors
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Pneumatic Quasi-Passive Actuation for Soft Assistive Lower Limbs Exoskeleton
Di Natali C.;Sadeghi A.;Mondini A.;Bottenberg E.;Hartigan B.;De Eyto A.;O'Sullivan L.;Rocon E.;Stadler K.;Mazzolai B.;Caldwell D.G.;Ortiz J. (2020) Pneumatic Quasi-Passive Actuation for Soft Assistive Lower Limbs Exoskeleton. Frontiers In Neurorobotics
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A Single-arm, Practical Application Assessment of User Experience and Peristomal Skin Condition Among Persons With an Ileostomy Using a New Barrier Seal With Assisted Flow
Kelleher K.;Hunt R.;Hannigan A.;Coffey J.;Moloney M.;Ahern M.;Conway E.;O'Sullivan L. (2019) A Single-arm, Practical Application Assessment of User Experience and Peristomal Skin Condition Among Persons With an Ileostomy Using a New Barrier Seal With Assisted Flow. Wound Management &Amp; Prevention :14-19
Read moreDesign and Evaluation of a Soft Assistive Lower Limb Exoskeleton
Di Natali C.;Poliero T.;Sposito M.;Graf E.;Bauer C.;Pauli C.;Bottenberg E.;De Eyto A.;O'Sullivan L.;Hidalgo A.;Scherly D.;Stadler K.;Caldwell D.;Ortiz J. (2019) Design and Evaluation of a Soft Assistive Lower Limb Exoskeleton. Robotica
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Exoscore: A Design Tool to Evaluate Factors Associated With Technology Acceptance of Soft Lower Limb Exosuits by Older Adults
Shore L.;Power V.;Hartigan B.;Schülein S.;Graf E.;de Eyto A.;O’Sullivan L. (2019) Exoscore: A Design Tool to Evaluate Factors Associated With Technology Acceptance of Soft Lower Limb Exosuits by Older Adults. Human factors
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Task engagement as a mediator between the cognitive demands of sustained attention and musculoskeletal complaints: A structural equation modelling approach
Wixted F.;O'Sullivan L. (2019) Task engagement as a mediator between the cognitive demands of sustained attention and musculoskeletal complaints: A structural equation modelling approach. WORK: A Journal of Prevention, Assessment & Rehabilitation :623-634
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Oscillating Positive Expiratory Pressure Therapy May Be Performed Poorly by Children With Cystic Fibrosis
O'Sullivan K.;Collins L.;McGrath D.;Linnane B.;O'Sullivan L.;Dunne C. (2019) Oscillating Positive Expiratory Pressure Therapy May Be Performed Poorly by Children With Cystic Fibrosis. Respiratory Care :398-405
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Oscillating Positive Expiratory Pressure (OPEP) therapy may be performed poorly by children with CF
O'Sullivan, K.J., Collins, L., McGrath, D., Linnane, B., O'Sullivan, L., Dunne, C.P. (2018) Oscillating Positive Expiratory Pressure (OPEP) therapy may be performed poorly by children with CF. Respiratory Care
Read morePlay as learning: implications for educators and parents from findings of a national evaluation of school readiness in Ireland
O’Sullivan L.;Ring E. (2018) Play as learning: implications for educators and parents from findings of a national evaluation of school readiness in Ireland. International Journal Of Play :266-289
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Assessment of an active industrial exoskeleton to aid dynamic lifting and lowering manual handling tasks
Huysamen, K,de Looze, M,Bosch, T,Ortiz, J,Toxiri, S,O'Sullivan, LW (2018) Assessment of an active industrial exoskeleton to aid dynamic lifting and lowering manual handling tasks. Applied Ergonomics :125-131
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Rationale, Implementation and Evaluation of Assistive Strategies for an Active Back-Support Exoskeleton
Toxiri, S; Koopman, AS; Lazzaroni, M; Ortiz, J; Power, V; de Looze, MP; O'Sullivan, L; Caldwell, DG (2018) Rationale, Implementation and Evaluation of Assistive Strategies for an Active Back-Support Exoskeleton. LAUSANNE Frontiers In Robotics And Ai
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Exploring user requirements for a lower body soft exoskeleton to assist mobility
Power V.;De Eyto A.;Bauer C.;Nikamp C.;Schülein S.;Müller J.;Ortiz J.;O’Sullivan L. (2018) Exploring user requirements for a lower body soft exoskeleton to assist mobility. Wearable Exoskeleton Systems: Design, Control And Applications :67-96
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Inhibiting the Physiological Stress Effects of a Sustained Attention Task on Shoulder Muscle Activity
Wixted, F,O'Riordan, C,O'Sullivan, L (2018) Inhibiting the Physiological Stress Effects of a Sustained Attention Task on Shoulder Muscle Activity. International Journal Of Environmental Research And Public Health
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Computerized Cuff Pressure Algometry as Guidance for Circumferential Tissue Compression for Wearable Soft Robotic Applications: A Systematic Review
Kermavnar, T,Power, V,de Eyto, A,O'Sullivan, LW (2018) Computerized Cuff Pressure Algometry as Guidance for Circumferential Tissue Compression for Wearable Soft Robotic Applications: A Systematic Review. New York, USA : Mary Ann Libert Inc. Soft Robotics :1-16
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Children With Cystic Fibrosis May Be Performing Oscillating Positive Expiratory Pressure Therapy Incorrectly
O'Sullivan, K.J., Collins, L., McGrath, D., Linnane, B., O'Sullivan, L., Dunne, C.P. (2018) Children With Cystic Fibrosis May Be Performing Oscillating Positive Expiratory Pressure Therapy Incorrectly. Chest :231-232
Read moreSimulation Architecture for Modelling Interaction Between User and Elbow-articulated Exoskeleton
de Kruif, BJ,Schmidhauser, E,Stadler, KS,O'Sullivan, LW (2017) Simulation Architecture for Modelling Interaction Between User and Elbow-articulated Exoskeleton. Journal Of Bionic Engineering :706-715
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Ranking the effects of cycle time parameters, shoulder posture and load, on shoulder discomfort in a single experiment using Taguchi methods
Browne, A,O'Sullivan, L (2017) Ranking the effects of cycle time parameters, shoulder posture and load, on shoulder discomfort in a single experiment using Taguchi methods. Cogent Engineering
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The moderating role of end-tidal CO2 on upper trapezius muscle activity in response to sustained attention
Wixted, F,O' Sullivan, L (2017) The moderating role of end-tidal CO2 on upper trapezius muscle activity in response to sustained attention. International Journal Of Industrial Ergonomics :1-12
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Cognitive Functional Therapy for Disabling Nonspecific Chronic Low Back Pain: Multiple Case-Cohort Study
O'Sullivan, K,Dankaerts, W,O'Sullivan, L,O'Sullivan, PB (2015) Cognitive Functional Therapy for Disabling Nonspecific Chronic Low Back Pain: Multiple Case-Cohort Study. Physical therapy :1478-1488
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Standards for the Safety of Exoskeletons Used by Industrial Workers Performing Manual Handling Activities: A Contribution from the Robo-Mate Project to their Future Development
O'Sullivan L.;Nugent R.;van der Vorm J. (2015) Standards for the Safety of Exoskeletons Used by Industrial Workers Performing Manual Handling Activities: A Contribution from the Robo-Mate Project to their Future Development. Procedia Manufacturing :1418-1425
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Safety and Risk Management in Designing for the Lifecycle of an Exoskeleton: A Novel Process Developed in the Robo-Mate Project
van der Vorm J.;Nugent R.;O'Sullivan L. (2015) Safety and Risk Management in Designing for the Lifecycle of an Exoskeleton: A Novel Process Developed in the Robo-Mate Project. Procedia Manufacturing :1410-1417
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Does Using a Chair Backrest or Reducing Seated Hip Flexion Influence Trunk Muscle Activity and Discomfort? A Systematic Review
Curran, M,O'Sullivan, L,O'Sullivan, P,Dankaerts, W,O'Sullivan, K (2015) Does Using a Chair Backrest or Reducing Seated Hip Flexion Influence Trunk Muscle Activity and Discomfort? A Systematic Review. Human factors :1115-1148
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Cognitive functional therapy for disabling non-specific chronic low back pain: A multiple case cohort study
O'Sullivan, K., Dankaerts, W., O'Sullivan, L. & O'Sullivan, P. (2015) Cognitive functional therapy for disabling non-specific chronic low back pain: A multiple case cohort study. Physical Therapy
Read moreDoes using a chair backrest or reducing seated hip flexion influence trunk muscle activity and discomfort: A systematic review
Curran, M., O'Sullivan, L., O'Sullivan, P., Dankaerts, W. & O'Sullivan, K (2015) Does using a chair backrest or reducing seated hip flexion influence trunk muscle activity and discomfort: A systematic review. Human factors
Read moreDoes using a chair backrest or reducing seated hip flexion influence trunk muscle activity and discomfort? A systematic review
Curran M.;O'Sullivan L.;O'Sullivan P.;Dankaerts W.;O'Sullivan K. (2015) Does using a chair backrest or reducing seated hip flexion influence trunk muscle activity and discomfort? A systematic review. Human factors :1115-1148
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Musculoskeletal disorder prevalence and psychosocial risk exposures by age and gender in a cohort of office based employees in two academic institutions
Collins, JD,O'Sullivan, LW (2015) Musculoskeletal disorder prevalence and psychosocial risk exposures by age and gender in a cohort of office based employees in two academic institutions. International Journal Of Industrial Ergonomics :85-97
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The effect of a backrest and seat pan inclination on sitting discomfort and trunk muscle activation in subjects with extension-related low back pain
Curran, M., Dankaerts, W., ,O'Sullivan, P., O'Sullivan, L., and O'Sullivan, K., (2014) The effect of a backrest and seat pan inclination on sitting discomfort and trunk muscle activation in subjects with extension-related low back pain. Ergonomics :733-743
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Human Centred Design Considerations for Connected Health Devices for the Older Adult
Harte, R.P., Glynn, L.G., Broderick, B.J., Rodriguez-Molinero, A., Baker, P.M.A., McGuiness,B., O'Sullivan,L., Diaz, M., Quinlan, L.R., O'Laighin, G., (2014) Human Centred Design Considerations for Connected Health Devices for the Older Adult . Personalized Medicine :245-281
Read moreShoulder Muscle Loading and Task Performance at Head Level on Ladders versus Mobile Elevated Work Platforms
Phelan, D. and O'Sullivan, L., (2014) Shoulder Muscle Loading and Task Performance at Head Level on Ladders versus Mobile Elevated Work Platforms. Applied Ergonomics :1384-1391
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The effect of a backrest and seatpan inclination on sitting discomfort and trunk muscle activation in subjects with extension-related low back pain
Curran, M,Dankaerts, W,O'Sullivan, P,O'Sullivan, L,O'Sullivan, K (2014) The effect of a backrest and seatpan inclination on sitting discomfort and trunk muscle activation in subjects with extension-related low back pain. Ergonomics :733-743
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The effect of manual handling training on transferring knowledge, employee's behaviour change and subsequent reduction of work-related musculoskeletal disorders: a systematic review
Hogan, D.A.M, Greiner, B.A., and O'Sullivan, L., (2014) The effect of manual handling training on transferring knowledge, employee's behaviour change and subsequent reduction of work-related musculoskeletal disorders: a systematic review. Ergonomics :93-107
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Effects of grip type and wrist posture on forearm EMG activity, endurance time and movement accuracy
Finneran, A,O'Sullivan, L (2013) Effects of grip type and wrist posture on forearm EMG activity, endurance time and movement accuracy. International Journal Of Industrial Ergonomics :91-99
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Investigating the effect of real-time spinal postural biofeedback on seated discomfort in people with non-specific chronic low back pain
O'Sullivan, K,O'Sullivan, L,O'Sullivan, P,Dankaerts, W (2013) Investigating the effect of real-time spinal postural biofeedback on seated discomfort in people with non-specific chronic low back pain. Ergonomics :1315-1325
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Specific flexion-related low back pain and sitting: comparison of seated discomfort on two different chairs
O'Keeffe, M,Dankaerts, W,O'Sullivan, P,O'Sullivan, L,O'Sullivan, K (2013) Specific flexion-related low back pain and sitting: comparison of seated discomfort on two different chairs. Ergonomics :650-658
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Perceptions of sitting posture among members of the community, both with and without non-specific chronic low back pain
O'Sullivan, K,O'Keeffe, M,O'Sullivan, L,O'Sullivan, P,Dankaerts, W (2013) Perceptions of sitting posture among members of the community, both with and without non-specific chronic low back pain. Manual therapy :551-556
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Back pain beliefs among physiotherapists are more positive after biopsychosocially orientated workshops
K O'Sullivan, P O'Sullivan, L O'Sullivan, W Dankaerts (2013) Back pain beliefs among physiotherapists are more positive after biopsychosocially orientated workshops. Physiotherapy Practice and Research :37-45
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The effect of dynamic sitting on the prevention and management of low back pain and low back discomfort: a systematic review.
O'Sullivan K, O'Keeffe M, O'Sullivan L, O'Sullivan P, Dankaerts W (2012) The effect of dynamic sitting on the prevention and management of low back pain and low back discomfort: a systematic review.. Ergonomics :898-908
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Lumbar posture and trunk muscle activation during static and dynamic seated tasks on a novel dynamic ergonomic chair
O'Sullivan, K., McCarthy, R., White, A. O'Sullivan, L.W., and Dankaerts, W. (2012) Lumbar posture and trunk muscle activation during static and dynamic seated tasks on a novel dynamic ergonomic chair. Ergonomics
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What do physiotherapists consider to be the best sitting spinal posture?
What do physiotherapists consider to be the best sitting spinal posture? (2012) What do physiotherapists consider to be the best sitting spinal posture?. Manual Therapy :432-437
Read moreTowards monitoring lumbo-pelvic posture in real-life situations: Concurrent validity of a novel posture monitor and a traditional laboratory-based motion analysis system
O'Sullivan, K,O'Sullivan, L,Campbell, A,O'Sullivan, P,Dankaerts, W (2012) Towards monitoring lumbo-pelvic posture in real-life situations: Concurrent validity of a novel posture monitor and a traditional laboratory-based motion analysis system. Manual Therapy :77-83
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A medical hand tool physical interaction evaluation approach for prototype testing using patient care simulators
Browne, A,O'Sullivan, L (2012) A medical hand tool physical interaction evaluation approach for prototype testing using patient care simulators. Applied Ergonomics :493-500
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The effect of dynamic sitting on the prevention and management of low back pain and low back discomfort: A systematic review
O'Sullivan K.;O'Keeffe M.;O'Sullivan L.;O'Sullivan P.;Dankaerts W. (2012) The effect of dynamic sitting on the prevention and management of low back pain and low back discomfort: A systematic review. Ergonomics :898-908
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Back pain beliefs among physiotherapists are more positive after biopsychosocially orientated workshops
O'Sullivan, K., O'Sullivan, P., and O'Sullivan, L.W. (2012) Back pain beliefs among physiotherapists are more positive after biopsychosocially orientated workshops. Physiotherapy Ireland
Read morePreschool children's social pretend play: supporting the development of metacommunication, metacognition and self-regulation
Whitebread D.;O'Sullivan L. (2012) Preschool children's social pretend play: supporting the development of metacommunication, metacognition and self-regulation. International Journal Of Play :197-213
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The between-day and inter-rater reliability of a novel wireless system to analyse lumbar spine posture
O'Sullivan, K; Galeotti, L; Dankaerts, W; O'Sullivan, L; O'Sullivan, P (2011) The between-day and inter-rater reliability of a novel wireless system to analyse lumbar spine posture. Ergonomics :82-90
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The Effects of Force and Exertion Duration on Duty Cycle Time: Implications for Productivity
Finneran, A; O'Sullivan, L (2010) The Effects of Force and Exertion Duration on Duty Cycle Time: Implications for Productivity. Human Factors And Ergonomics In Manufacturing & Service Industries :324-334
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Psychosocial Risk Exposures and Musculoskeletal Disorders across Working-Age Males and Females
Collins, J; O'Sullivan, L (2010) Psychosocial Risk Exposures and Musculoskeletal Disorders across Working-Age Males and Females. Human Factors And Ergonomics In Manufacturing & Service Industries :272-286
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Effect on discomfort of frequency of wrist exertions combined with wrist articulations and forearm rotation
Khan, AA; O'Sullivan, L; Gallwey, TJ (2010) Effect on discomfort of frequency of wrist exertions combined with wrist articulations and forearm rotation. International Journal Of Industrial Ergonomics :492-503
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Cybernetic Manufacturing Systems Project-Ergonomics Solutions for Flexible Production Systems
O'Sullivan, L; de Looze, MP (2010) Cybernetic Manufacturing Systems Project-Ergonomics Solutions for Flexible Production Systems. Human Factors And Ergonomics In Manufacturing & Service Industries :253-254
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Work related psychosocial risks and musculoskeletal disorders: Potential risk factors, causation and evaluation methods
Deeney, C; O'Sullivan, L (2009) Work related psychosocial risks and musculoskeletal disorders: Potential risk factors, causation and evaluation methods. Work-A Journal Of Prevention Assessment & Rehabilitation :239-248
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Upper limb discomfort profile due to intermittent isometric pronation torque at different postural combinations of the shoulder-arm system
Mukhopadhyay, P; O'Sullivan, LW; Gallwey, TJ (2009) Upper limb discomfort profile due to intermittent isometric pronation torque at different postural combinations of the shoulder-arm system. Ergonomics :584-600
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The reliability of a wireless monitor for measurement of lumbar spine posture
O'Sullivan, K Galleotti, L Dankaerts, Wim O'Sullivan, L (2009) The reliability of a wireless monitor for measurement of lumbar spine posture. Manual therapy :S23-
Read moreEffects of combined wrist flexion/extension and forearm rotation and two levels of relative force on discomfort
Khan, A; O'Sullivan, LW; Gallwey, TJ (2009) Effects of combined wrist flexion/extension and forearm rotation and two levels of relative force on discomfort. Ergonomics :1265-1275
Read moreEstimating upper limb discomfort level due to intermittent isometric pronation torque with various combinations of elbow angles, forearm rotation angles, force and frequency with upper arm at 90 degrees abduction
Mukhopadhyay, P; O'Sullivan, L; Gallwey, TJ (2007) Estimating upper limb discomfort level due to intermittent isometric pronation torque with various combinations of elbow angles, forearm rotation angles, force and frequency with upper arm at 90 degrees abduction. International Journal Of Industrial Ergonomics :313-325
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Effects of upper arm articulations on shoulder-arm discomfort profile in a pronation task
Mukhopadhyay P.;O'Sullivan L.;Gallwey T. (2007) Effects of upper arm articulations on shoulder-arm discomfort profile in a pronation task. Occupational Ergonomics :169-181
Read moreEffects of upper arm articulations on shoulder-arm discomfort profile in a pronation task
Mukhopadhyay P., O'Sullivan L.W., Gallwey T.J. (2007) Effects of upper arm articulations on shoulder-arm discomfort profile in a pronation task. Occupational Ergonomics :169-181
Read moreWorkplace injury risk prediction and risk reduction software for the non Ergonomist
O'Sullivan, LW; Gallwey, TJ (2003) Workplace injury risk prediction and risk reduction software for the non Ergonomist. European Series In Industrial Management :99-105
Read moreUpper-limb surface electro-myography at maximum supination and pronation torques: The effect of elbow and forearm angle
O'Sullivan L.;Gallwey T. (2002) Upper-limb surface electro-myography at maximum supination and pronation torques: The effect of elbow and forearm angle. Journal Of Electromyography And Kinesiology :275-285
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Upper-limb surface electro-myography at maximum supination and pronation torques: the effect of elbow and forearm angle
O'Sullivan, LW; Gallwey, TJ (2002) Upper-limb surface electro-myography at maximum supination and pronation torques: the effect of elbow and forearm angle. Journal Of Electromyography And Kinesiology :275-285
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The influence of gender and individual differences on, risks of injury due to layout in assembly work
O'Sullivan, LW; Gallwey, TJ (2001) The influence of gender and individual differences on, risks of injury due to layout in assembly work. Proceedings Of The Institution Of Mechanical Engineers Part B-Journal Of Engineering Manufacture :1475-1478
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Books
Ergonomics Laboratory Exercises,
Gallwey, T; O'Sullivan, L (2009) Ergonomics Laboratory Exercises,. : Taylor and Francis-CRC Press
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Edited Books
Other Journals
Standards for the Safety of Exoskeletons Used by Industrial Workers Performing Manual Handling Activities: A Contribution from the Robo-Mate Project to their Future Development
O'Sullivan, L.W., Nugent, R. and Van der Vorm, (2015) Standards for the Safety of Exoskeletons Used by Industrial Workers Performing Manual Handling Activities: A Contribution from the Robo-Mate Project to their Future Development. Procedia Manufacturing
Read moreEnd User Needs Elicitation for a Full-body Exoskeleton to Assist the Elderly
O'Sullivan, L.W., Power, V., Virk, G., Masud, N., Haider, U., Christensen, S., Bai, S., Cuypers, L., D'Havé, M., Vonck, K., (2015) End User Needs Elicitation for a Full-body Exoskeleton to Assist the Elderly. Procedia Manufacturing :1403-1414
Read moreSafety and Risk Management in Designing for the Lifecycle of an Exoskeleton: A Novel Process Developed in the Robo-Mate Project
van der Vorm, J., Nugent, R., O'Sullivan, L.W., (2015) Safety and Risk Management in Designing for the Lifecycle of an Exoskeleton: A Novel Process Developed in the Robo-Mate Project. Procedia Manufacturing, 3, :1410-1417
Read moreHuman Centred Design Considerations for Connected Health Devices for the Older Adult
Harte, R.P., Glynn, L.G., Broderick, B.J., Rodriguez-Molinero, A., Baker, P.M.A., McGuiness,B., O'Sullivan,L., Diaz, M., Quinlan, L.R., O'Laighin, G., (2014) Human Centred Design Considerations for Connected Health Devices for the Older Adult. Personalised Medicine :245-281
Read moreConference Publications
ACM International Conference Proceeding Series
Graf E.;De Eyto A.;Sposito M.;Pauli C.;O'Sullivan L.;Bauer C.;Bottenberg E.;Scherly D.;Erkens L.;Wirz M.;Ortiz J.;Power V.;Poliero T.;Henke R.;Brinks G.;Stadler K. (2018) ACM International Conference Proceeding Series. Acm International Conference Proceeding Series :202-207
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Reflex Response Modelling of Exoskeleton-User Interaction
de Kruif, BJ,Schmidhauser, E,Stadler, KS,O'Sullivan, L,Ibanez, J,GonzalezVargas, J,Azorin, JM,Akay, M,Pons, JL (2017) Reflex Response Modelling of Exoskeleton-User Interaction. Wearable Robotics: Challenges And Trends :1085-1089
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XoSoft - A Vision for a Soft Modular Lower Limb Exoskeleton
Ortiz, J,Rocon, E,Power, V,de Eyto, A,O'Sullivan, L,Wirz, M,Bauer, C,Schulein, S,Stadler, KS,Mazzolai, B,Teeuw, WB,Baten, C,Nikamp, C,Buurke, J,Thorsteinsson, F,Muller, J,GonzalezVargas, J,Ibanez, J,ContrerasVidal, JL,VanDerKooij, H,Pons, JL (2017) XoSoft - A Vision for a Soft Modular Lower Limb Exoskeleton. Wearable Robotics: Challenges And Trends :83-88
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Active Safety Functions for Industrial Lower Body Exoskeletons: Concept and Assessment
Masood, J,Mateos, LA,Ortiz, J,Toxiri, S,O'Sullivan, L,Caldwell, D,GonzalezVargas, J,Ibanez, J,ContrerasVidal, JL,VanDerKooij, H,Pons, JL (2017) Active Safety Functions for Industrial Lower Body Exoskeletons: Concept and Assessment. Wearable Robotics: Challenges And Trends :299-303
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Converging Clinical and Engineering Research on Neurorehabilitation II
O'Sullivan, L. W.; Power, V.; de Eyto, A.; Ortiz, J. (2017) Converging Clinical and Engineering Research on Neurorehabilitation II. :581-585
Read moreSafety and risk management in designing for the lifecycle of an exoskeleton: A novel process developed in the Robo-Mate project
van der Vorm, J,Nugent, R,O'Sullivan, L,Ahram, T,Karwowski, W,Schmorrow, D (2015) Safety and risk management in designing for the lifecycle of an exoskeleton: A novel process developed in the Robo-Mate project. 6th International Conference On Applied Human Factors And Ergonomics (Ahfe 2015) And The Affiliated Conferences, Ahfe 2015 :1410-1417
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End user needs elicitation for a full-body exoskeleton to assist the elderly
O'Sullivan, L,Power, V,Virk, G,Masud, N,Haider, U,Christensen, S,Bai, SP,Cuypers, L,D'Have, M,KristlVoncke,Ahram, T,Karwowski, W,Schmorrow, D (2015) End user needs elicitation for a full-body exoskeleton to assist the elderly. 6th International Conference On Applied Human Factors And Ergonomics (Ahfe 2015) And The Affiliated Conferences, Ahfe 2015 :1403-1409
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Standards for the safety of exoskeletons used by industrial workers performing manual handling activities: A contribution from the Robo-Mate project to their future development
O'Sullivan, L,Nugent, R,van der Vorm, J,Ahram, T,Karwowski, W,Schmorrow, D (2015) Standards for the safety of exoskeletons used by industrial workers performing manual handling activities: A contribution from the Robo-Mate project to their future development. 6th International Conference On Applied Human Factors And Ergonomics (Ahfe 2015) And The Affiliated Conferences, Ahfe 2015 :1418-1425
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HIGH VALUE MANUFACTURING: ADVANCED RESEARCH IN VIRTUAL AND RAPID PROTOTYPING
O'Sullivan, KJ,Kiernan, L,O'Sullivan, L,Canavan, E,Bartolo, PJD,DeLemos, ACS,Pereira, AMH,Mateus, AJD,Ramos, C,DosSantos, C,Oliveira, D,Pinto, E,Craveiro, F,Bartolo, H,Almeia, HD,Sousa I,Matias, JM,Durao, L,Gaspar, M,Alves, NMF,Carreira, P,Ferreira, T,Marques, T (2014) HIGH VALUE MANUFACTURING: ADVANCED RESEARCH IN VIRTUAL AND RAPID PROTOTYPING. High Value Manufacturing: Advanced Research In Virtual And Rapid Prototyping :155-158
Read moreVOCATIONAL ERGONOMICS SKILLS IN HUMAN ROBOT COLLABORATION
O'Sullivan, LW,Chova, LG,Martinez, AL,Torres, IC (2014) VOCATIONAL ERGONOMICS SKILLS IN HUMAN ROBOT COLLABORATION. Edulearn14: 6th International Conference On Education And New Learning Technologies :1370-1373
Read moreHigh Value Manufacturing: Advanced Research in Virtual and Rapid Prototyping - Proceedings of the 6th International Conference on Advanced Research and Rapid Prototyping, VR@P 2013
O'Sullivan K.;Kiernan L.;O'Sullivan L.;Canavan E. (2014) High Value Manufacturing: Advanced Research in Virtual and Rapid Prototyping - Proceedings of the 6th International Conference on Advanced Research and Rapid Prototyping, VR@P 2013. :155-158
Read moreINTED2011: 5TH INTERNATIONAL TECHNOLOGY, EDUCATION AND DEVELOPMENT CONFERENCE
Jackson, A,O'Sullivan, L,Chova, LG,Torres, IC,Martinez, AL (2011) INTED2011: 5TH INTERNATIONAL TECHNOLOGY, EDUCATION AND DEVELOPMENT CONFERENCE. Inted2011: 5th International Technology, Education And Development Conference :609-618
Read moreContemporary Ergonomics and Human Factors 2011
Finneran A.;O'Sullivan L. (2011) Contemporary Ergonomics and Human Factors 2011. Contemporary Ergonomics And Human Factors 2011 :261-268
Read moreAN ERGONOMIC PERFORMANCE PREDICTION MODEL (ERGO PRO-PREDICT)
Finneran, A,O'Sullivan, LW,Anderson, M (2011) AN ERGONOMIC PERFORMANCE PREDICTION MODEL (ERGO PRO-PREDICT). Contemporary Ergonomics And Human Factors 2011 :261-268
Read morePROCEEDINGS OF THE 9TH EUROPEAN CONFERENCE ON E-LEARNING, VOL 1
Jackson, A,O'Sullivan, L,Escudeiro, P (2010) PROCEEDINGS OF THE 9TH EUROPEAN CONFERENCE ON E-LEARNING, VOL 1. Proceedings Of The 9th European Conference On E-Learning, Vol 1 :247-257
Read more9th European Conference on eLearning 2010, ECEL 2010
Jackson A.;O'Sullivan L. (2010) 9th European Conference on eLearning 2010, ECEL 2010. :248-258
Read moreMACP Conference
O'Sullivan, K; Galleotti, L; Dankaerts, W; O'Sullivan, P; O'Sullivan, L (2009) MACP Conference. :S231-
Read moreMSD prevalence and psychological risk exposure in Irish industry
Collins, M.J., O'Sullivan, L., and Waldmann, T. (2008) MSD prevalence and psychological risk exposure in Irish industry. Irish Ergonomics Review
Read moreCONTEMPORARY ERGONOMICS 2007
OSullivan, L; Deeney, C (2007) CONTEMPORARY ERGONOMICS 2007. :389-394
Read moreErgonomics Society Annual Conference
O¿Sullivan, L.W., and Deeney, C., 2007, (2007) Ergonomics Society Annual Conference. :389-394
Read moreContemporary Ergonomics 2007
O'Sullivan L.;Deeney C. (2007) Contemporary Ergonomics 2007. :389-394
Read morePREMUS: Prevention of Musuloskeletal Disorders
Collins, J. and O¿Sullivan, L.W. (2007) PREMUS: Prevention of Musuloskeletal Disorders. :204-205
Read morePREMUS: Prevention of Musuloskeletal Disorders
Deeney, C. and O¿Sullivan, L.W., (2007) PREMUS: Prevention of Musuloskeletal Disorders. :203-204
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Finneran, A. and O¿Sullivan, L.W., (2007) PREMUS: Prevention of Musuloskeletal Disorders. :92-93
Read moreIrish Psychological Society
Waldmann, T., O¿Sullivan L., and Timlin (2006) Irish Psychological Society.
Read moreIrish Manufacturing Conference
O'Sullivan, L. and Deeney, C., (2006) Irish Manufacturing Conference. :83-90
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Finneran, A. and O¿Sullivan, L.W., (2006) Irish Manufacturing Conference. :91-96
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O'Sullivan, L., and Deeney, C. (2006) Irish Manufacturing Conference. :105-112
Read moreIrish Manufacturing Conference
Finneran, A. and O�Sullivan, L.W., (2006) Irish Manufacturing Conference. :97-103-
Read moreIEA Triennial Congress, ISSN 0003-69870.
O¿Sullivan L, W. and Timlin, T, (2006) IEA Triennial Congress, ISSN 0003-69870.. :*-*
Read moreIrish Ergonomics Review 2005
Timlin, T and O�Sullivan L.W., (2005) Irish Ergonomics Review 2005. :32-43
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O¿Brien, A. and O¿Sullivan L.W., (2005) Irish Ergonomics Review 2005. :24-31
Read moreIFIP Advances in Information and Communication Technology
O'Sullivan L.;Gallwey T. (2005) IFIP Advances in Information and Communication Technology. :173-183
Read moreINTEGRATING HUMAN ASPECTS IN PRODUCTION MANAGEMENT
OSullivan, L; Gallwey, T (2005) INTEGRATING HUMAN ASPECTS IN PRODUCTION MANAGEMENT. :173-183
Read moreIrish Manufacturing Conference 21
Clancy, P. and O¿Sullivan, L.W., 2004 (2004) Irish Manufacturing Conference 21. :683-691
Read moreProceedings of Human Aspects of Advanced Manufacturing And Hybrid Automation: HAAMAHA 2004
O¿Sullivan, L.W. and Clancy (2004) Proceedings of Human Aspects of Advanced Manufacturing And Hybrid Automation: HAAMAHA 2004. :206-216
Read moreProceedings of Prevention of Workrelated Musculoskeletal Disorders: PREMUS 2004
Khan, A.A., Gallwey, T.J. and O¿Sullivan, L.W., (2004) Proceedings of Prevention of Workrelated Musculoskeletal Disorders: PREMUS 2004. :475-476
Read moreInternational Annual Occupational Ergonomics and Safety Conference
Mukhopadhyay, P., Gallwey, T. and O¿Sullivan, L.W (2003) International Annual Occupational Ergonomics and Safety Conference. :395-398
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Khan, A., Gallwey, T. and O¿Sullivan, L.W (2003) Irish Ergonomics Review. :7-12
Read moreInternational Annual Occupational Ergonomics and Safety Conference
Khan, A., Gallwey, T. and O¿Sullivan, L.W (2003) International Annual Occupational Ergonomics and Safety Conference. :391-394
Read moreComputers in Industrial Engineering
O¿Sullivan, L.W. and Gallwey, T.J (2003) Computers in Industrial Engineering. :218-223
Read moreIrish Ergonomics Review
O¿Shea, J., Gaughran, W. and O¿Sullivan, L.W., (2003) Irish Ergonomics Review. :25-30
Read moreHuman Aspects in Advance Manufacturing And Hybrid Automation
O¿Sullivan, L.W., Gallwey, T.J. and Kennedy, E (2003) Human Aspects in Advance Manufacturing And Hybrid Automation. :81-93
Read moreIrish Ergonomics Review
O¿Herlihy, E., Gaughran, W., and O¿Sullivan, L.W (2003) Irish Ergonomics Review. :19-24
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Mukhopadhyay, P., Gallwey, T. and O¿Sullivan, L.W (2003) Irish Ergonomics Review. :13-18
Read moreQUALITY OF WORK AND PRODUCTS IN ENTERPRISES OF THE FUTURE
Mukhopadhyay, P; Gallwey, TJ; OSullivan, L (2003) QUALITY OF WORK AND PRODUCTS IN ENTERPRISES OF THE FUTURE. :395-398
Read moreQUALITY OF WORK AND PRODUCTS IN ENTERPRISES OF THE FUTURE
Khan, AA; Gallwey, TJ; OSullivan, L (2003) QUALITY OF WORK AND PRODUCTS IN ENTERPRISES OF THE FUTURE. :391-394
Read more2nd International Conference on Occupational Risk Prevention
O¿Sullivan, L.W. and Gallwey. T.J (2002) 2nd International Conference on Occupational Risk Prevention. :*-*
Read moreErgonomics Society Annual Conference
O¿Sullivan, L.W. and Gallwey. T.J (2002) Ergonomics Society Annual Conference. :122-127
Read moreHuman Factors and Ergonomics Society Annual Conference
O¿Sullivan, L.W. and Gallwey. T.J (2002) Human Factors and Ergonomics Society Annual Conference. :*-*
Read moreErgonomics Society Annual Conference
O¿Sullivan, L.W. and Gallwey. T.J., (2001) Ergonomics Society Annual Conference. :79-83
Read moreHuman Factors and Ergonomics Society Annual Conference
O¿Sullivan, L.W. and Gallwey. T.J (2001) Human Factors and Ergonomics Society Annual Conference. :*-*
Read moreProceedings of the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society
O'Sullivan L.;Gallwey T. (2001) Proceedings of the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society. :1128-1132
Read moreProceedings of the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society
O'Sullivan L.W., Gallwey T.J. (2001) Proceedings of the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society. :1128-1132
Read moreErgonomics Society Annual Conference
O¿Sullivan, L.W. and Gallwey. T.J (2000) Ergonomics Society Annual Conference. :44-48
Read moreErgonomica no Gestao pela Qualidade (Quality in Ergonomics)
O¿Sullivan, L.W. and Gallwey. T.J (2000) Ergonomica no Gestao pela Qualidade (Quality in Ergonomics). :*-*
Read moreMSD 2000 Managing workplace injuries: an ergonomic approach
O¿Sullivan, L.W. and Gallwey. T.J (2000) MSD 2000 Managing workplace injuries: an ergonomic approach. :*-*
Read more15th International Conference on Production Research
O¿Sullivan, L.W. and Gallwey, T.J (1999) 15th International Conference on Production Research. :1059-1062
Read moreContemporary Ergonomics, Proceeding of the Ergonomics Society Annual Conference
O¿Sullivan, L.W. and Gallwey. T.J (1999) Contemporary Ergonomics, Proceeding of the Ergonomics Society Annual Conference. :*-*
Read moreInternational Conference on Computer-Aided Ergonomics and Safety
O¿Sullivan, L.W. Gallwey, T.J (1999) International Conference on Computer-Aided Ergonomics and Safety. :*-*
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Published Reports
ECOS: Evaluation of controller suites.
Cooke, M; Rognin, L; Fernstrom, M; Bannon, L; O'Sullivan, L (1999) ECOS: Evaluation of controller suites.. Limerick : University of Limerick
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Book Reviews
Other Publications
The effect of manual handling training on achieving training transfer, employee's behaviour change and subsequent reduction of work-related musculoskeletal disorders: a systematic review
Hogan, DAM,Greiner, BA,O'Sullivan, L (2014) The effect of manual handling training on achieving training transfer, employee's behaviour change and subsequent reduction of work-related musculoskeletal disorders: a systematic review. Ergonomics :93-107
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Irish Ergonomics Review 2002
Galway, TJ; Waldmann, T; O'Sullivan, LW (2002) Irish Ergonomics Review 2002.
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