Psychological Effects of Heart Rate and Physical Vibration on the Operation of Construction Machine: An Experimental Study (Preprint)

BACKGROUND A construction method has emerged in which a camera is installed around a construction machine, and the operator remotely controls the machine while synchronizing the vibration of the machine with the images seen from the operator's seat using virtual reality (VR) technology. Indices related to changes in heart rate and physical vibration, such as heart rate variability (HRV) and multiscale entropy (MSE), can then be measured in the operators. As these indices are quantitative measures of autonomic regulation in the cardiovascular system, they can provide a useful means of assessing operational stress. OBJECTIVE This study aimed to improve the efficiency of machine operation by evaluating the changes in the heart rate and body vibration of the machine operators, while considering the psychological load on the operators. METHODS Nine remote operators (18–48 years old) participated in the experiment, which involved 42 measurements. A construction machine was driven on a test course simulating a construction site, and three patterns of operation—riding operation of the machine, remote operation using monitor images, and VR operation combining monitor images and machine vibration—were compared. The heartbeat, body vibration, and driving time of the participants were measured using a sensing wear made of woven film-like conductive material and a 3-axis acceleration measurement device (WHS-2). We used HRV analysis in the time and frequency domains, MSE analysis as a measure of the complexity of heart rate changes, and the ISO 2631 vibration index. Multiple regression analysis was used to model the relationship between HRV low frequency (LF)/high frequency (HF), MSE, vibration index, and driving time of construction equipment. Efficient driving time was investigated with a focus on stress reduction. RESULTS Multiple comparisons using the Bonferroni test and Kruskal-Wallis test showed statistically significant differences (P=.05) in HRV-LF/HF, the vibration indices Aw and motion sickness dose value (MSDV), and driving time among the three operation patterns. The riding operation was found to reduce the driving time of the machine, but the operation stress was the highest in this case; operation by the monitor image was found to have the lowest operation stress but the longest operation time. Multiple regression analysis showed that the explanatory variables (LH/HF), R-R interval (RRI), and vibration index (MSDVz by vertical oscillation of 0.5–5 Hz) had a negative effect on driving time (adjusted R2=0.449). CONCLUSIONS A new method was developed to calculate the appropriate operating time by considering operational stress and suppressing the physical vibration within an acceptable range. By focusing on the relationship between psychological load and physical vibration, which has left unexplored in previous studies, the relationship of these variables with the driving time of construction machines was clarified.

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The Relationship Between The Perception of Elderly’s Health Status and Health Behaviors in Nakhon Nayok Province, Thailand

The Open Public Health Journal ◽

10.2174/1874944501912010420 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 12 (1) ◽

pp. 420-423

Author(s):

Prapada Watcharanat ◽

Prasong Tanpichai ◽

Ravee Sajjasophon

Keyword(s):

Regression Analysis ◽

Health Status ◽

Health Behaviors ◽

Multiple Regression Analysis ◽

Multiple Regression ◽

Statistical Significance ◽

The Elderly ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Congenital Diseases ◽

The Relationship

Purpose: This research aims to study the relationship between perception of elderly’s health and health behaviors in Nakhon Nayok province, Thailand Methods: This research was a cross-sectional study. The questionnaire was used to collect the data. This research was conducted in Nakhon Nayok province. The sample size was 270 which applied Taro Yamane's formula at a significant level 0.05. The descriptive statistics was implemented to describe the variables by presenting the frequency, percentage, mean and standard deviation. Furthermore, multiple regression analysis was applied to analyze the relationship between perception of elderly’s health and health behaviors. The statistical significance was considered to reject Hypothesis-null at < 0.05. Results: From a total of 270 people, more than 58.22% of the elderly perceived that they had moderate health conditions. Most elderly had congenital diseases (62.2%). The multiple regression analysis results showed that health status perception and health status perception when compared to their cohort related significantly to health behavior. Conclusion: The government should support the elderly on participation, trust, engagement, and cultural concern of the people in the community, which can contribute to promoting the physical, mental and social condition of the elderly.

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Analysis of total suspended solid content based on rain characteristics in the Ciliwung River basin

Jurnal Pengelolaan Sumberdaya Alam dan Lingkungan (Journal of Natural Resources and Environmental Management) ◽

10.29244/jpsl.10.3.352-363 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 10 (3) ◽

pp. 352-363

Author(s):

Sulistyo Ariebowo Djajusman ◽

Hadi Susilo Arifin ◽

Etty Riani

Keyword(s):

Regression Analysis ◽

Multiple Regression Analysis ◽

Multiple Regression ◽

Correlation Coefficient ◽

Total Suspended Solid ◽

Suspended Solid ◽

Solid Content ◽

Rainfall Characteristics ◽

Middle Stream ◽

The Relationship

Total suspended solid (TSS) is one of the parameters that determines whether or not a body of water is polluted. One factor that influences the amount of TSS content is the characteristic of rainfall in an area. Purpose of this study was to determine the relationship between the effect of rainfall characteristics and TSS content in Ciliwung River. Multiple regression analysis was used for analytical method. Results of multiple regression analysis showed that the correlation coefficient (adjusted R2) for the factors of rainfall, discharge and sediment show a low correlation to changes the content of TSS in Ciliwung River. The value of each correlation coefficient in the upstream, middle, and downstream of Ciliwung River are 0.21, 0.31, and 0.09 respectively. According to the F test, rainfall, discharge and sediment were significantly affect TSS content in the upstream and middle stream. Based on t test, it is known that only rainfall affect TSS content in the upstream and midlle stream.

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The relationship between craniomandibular disorders and occlusal disharmonies in the adolescent population of the Republic of Serbia

Stomatoloski glasnik Srbije ◽

10.2298/sgs0402083d ◽

2004 ◽

Vol 51 (2) ◽

pp. 83-88 ◽

Cited By ~ 1

Author(s):

Slobodan Dodic ◽

Vladimir Sinobad ◽

Igor Djordjevic

Keyword(s):

Regression Analysis ◽

Multiple Regression Analysis ◽

Multiple Regression ◽

Odds Ratio ◽

Signs And Symptoms ◽

Craniomandibular Disorders ◽

Computer Evaluation ◽

Adolescent Population ◽

The Republic ◽

The Relationship

Using a special questionnaire adapted for computer evaluation, the prevalence of signs and symptoms of craniomandibular disorders (CMD) and occlusal disharmonies was investigated in a group of 500 adolescents of the Republic of Serbia ranging between 18 and 25 years of age. The presence of signs (symptoms) of CMD and occlusal discrepancies was established using clinical exsamination and evaluated according to the clinical disfunction index (D i) and index of the occlusal state (Oi) proposed by Helkimo et al. 1974. The results of this study revealed that 327 (65.4%) adolescents in the examined group had at least one sign (symptom) of CMD, (Di > 1), and that 271 (54.2%) adolescent had also mild, or severe occlusal discrepancies (Oi > 1). The percentage of persons with signs(symptoms) of CMD was significantly greater in the group having occlusal discrepancies (X = 7.76, P<0.01). The multiple regression analysis of the obtained data and the ODDS ratio confirmed the risk of CMD in the group with occlusal discrepancies to be 2.5 times greater than in the group of adolescents without occlusal discrepancies.

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Determinants of Employee Motivation

10.4018/978-1-7998-7396-9.ch006 ◽

2022 ◽

pp. 130-149

Author(s):

Bikash Basnet ◽

Sarah Eyaa ◽

Nekpen Euodia Okhawere

Keyword(s):

Regression Analysis ◽

Multiple Regression Analysis ◽

Multiple Regression ◽

Employee Motivation ◽

Expectancy Theory ◽

Cross Sectional Survey ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Mediation Effects ◽

Indirect Impact ◽

The Relationship

This chapter integrates collectivism with the dimensions of the Expectancy Theory to investigate the direct and indirect impact of horizontal and vertical collectivism on employee motivation of operational and non-operational staff. Data were collected from 205 employees using a cross-sectional survey. Hypotheses were tested with multiple regression analysis. Across both employee categories, horizontal collectivism improves motivation while vertical collectivism does not have a significant impact on motivation. Mediation effects were significant in the relationship between horizontal collectivism across both employee categories. However, there were some variations in the mediation effects on the relationship between vertical collaboration and motivation across the two categories. This chapter contributes to motivation literature by integrating the Expectancy Theory with two under-investigated dimensions of collectivism to compare motivation determinants among operational and non-operational staff. This chapter presents implications for managers and policy for improving employee motivation.

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The relationship between local residents’ perceptions of tourism and their happiness: a case of Kusadasi, Turkey

Tourism Review ◽

10.1108/tr-09-2014-0053 ◽

2015 ◽

Vol 70 (3) ◽

pp. 232-242 ◽

Cited By ~ 15

Author(s):

Ahmet Bulent Ozturk ◽

Ozgur Ozer ◽

Uğur Çaliskan

Keyword(s):

Regression Analysis ◽

Environmental Impact ◽

Economic Impact ◽

Multiple Regression Analysis ◽

Multiple Regression ◽

Content Type ◽

Positive Economic ◽

Local Residents ◽

The Relationship ◽

Residents Attitudes

Purpose – The purpose of this study was to determine the local residents’ attitudes of tourism in Kusadasi, Turkey. In addition, the relationship between residents’ attitudes toward tourism and their overall perceived happiness was analyzed. Design/methodology/approach – A correlational, quantitative research technique was used in this study. The data of this study were collected from 383 local residents in Kusadasi, Turkey. Exploratory factor analysis and multiple regression analysis were conducted to analyze the data. Findings – The results of the study indicated that local residents had favorable attitudes toward tourism in terms of its positive economic, cultural and environmental impact. Study results also indicated that negative economic impact of tourism was found to be the least favorable construct associated with residents’ attitudes toward tourism in Kusadasi. In addition, multiple regression analysis indicated that local residents’ perceived overall happiness was significantly influenced by positive and negative cultural and environmental impact and positive economic impact factors. Originality/value – The findings of the study provide valuable information to tourism planners and decision makers seeking to build a resident friendly tourism destination in Kusadasi, Turkey.

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A Study of the Relationship between Physical Awkwardness and Children’s Perceptions of Physical Competence

Adapted Physical Activity Quarterly ◽

10.1123/apaq.11.3.275 ◽

1994 ◽

Vol 11 (3) ◽

pp. 275-283 ◽

Cited By ~ 19

Author(s):

Janice L. Causgrove Dunn ◽

E Jane. Watkinson

Keyword(s):

Regression Analysis ◽

Multiple Regression Analysis ◽

Multiple Regression ◽

Third Grade ◽

Physical Competence ◽

Children's Perceptions ◽

Children’S Perceptions ◽

The Relationship

This study explored the relationship between perceived physical competence and physical awkwardness in an effort to gain further understanding of the effects of motor incompetence on behavior. Subjects included 195 children in Grades 3 through 6. Multiple regression analysis found that gender, the importance attached to physical competence, and the interaction between severity of awkwardness and grade were significant predictors of perceptions of physical competence. As expected, males reported higher perceptions of physical competence than females. In addition, the higher the rating that subjects attached to the importance of physical competence, the higher their perceptions of physical competence. Investigation of the interaction between severity of awkwardness and grade revealed that the expected decrease in perceptions of competence associated with increasing severity of awkwardness was present only in third-grade children. It is suggested that older awkward children may utilize strategies to maintain positive perceptions of competence and motivation.

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The Tromsø Heart Study: A Multiple Regression Analysis of the Relationship between Coronary Risk Factors and Some Physical and Social Variables

Scandinavian Journal of Social Medicine ◽

10.1177/140349488000800201 ◽

1980 ◽

Vol 8 (2) ◽

pp. 49-54 ◽

Cited By ~ 1

Author(s):

Olav H. Førde ◽

Dag S. Thelle

Keyword(s):

Risk Factors ◽

Regression Analysis ◽

Multiple Regression Analysis ◽

Multiple Regression ◽

Coronary Risk Factors ◽

Coronary Risk ◽

Social Variables ◽

Heart Study ◽

The Relationship

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Relationship of Hand Length to Catching Performance by Children in Kindergarten to Grade 2

Perceptual and Motor Skills ◽

10.2466/pms.2003.96.3c.1194 ◽

2003 ◽

Vol 96 (3_suppl) ◽

pp. 1194-1196 ◽

Cited By ~ 1

Author(s):

E. Michael Loovis ◽

Stephen A. Butterfield

Keyword(s):

Regression Analysis ◽

Multiple Regression Analysis ◽

Multiple Regression ◽

Small Ball ◽

Hand Length ◽

Relationship Of ◽

The Relationship

This study examined the relationship between hand length and catching performance by 257 children (142 boys, 115 girls) in Grades K–2. Children's catching performance was determined by the number of successful catches (0–5) when a small ball was tossed underhand from 10 ft. Specifically, the children were tested on the qualitative aspects of catching, i.e., form, and catching accuracy, i.e., successful catching. Hand length was measured by standard anthropometric technique. A multiple regression analysis showed age, sex, and hand length contributed significantly ( p = .001) to catching accuracy and catching form. Implications for instruction and further research are offered.

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PENGARUH PAJAK, SUBSIDI DAN ZIS TERHADAP PENURUNAN KEMISKINAN DI INDONESIA

Media Ekonomi ◽

10.25105/me.v22i2.3170 ◽

2013 ◽

Vol 22 (2) ◽

pp. 123

Author(s):

Hikmathiar Ramadhan ◽

Tatik Mariyanti

Keyword(s):

Regression Analysis ◽

Multiple Regression Analysis ◽

Multiple Regression ◽

Regression Method ◽

The State ◽

Independent Variables ◽

Multiple Regression Method ◽

The Relationship

This paper discusses the analysis of the effect of taxes and subsidies and ZIS (Zsakat, Infaq and Sedekah) to the reduction of poverty in Indonesia in the period 1994 to 2013. The variables used in include taxes, subsidies, ZIS and poverty of the State of Indonesia. The method used in this thesis is a multiple regression method along with the classical assumptions. This study aims to determine the relationship between variables taxes, subsidies and ZIS against poverty. In addition, this study also aims to look at the variables which play a role in reducing poverty. The results using multiple regression analysis, it appears that all the independent variables are not significant and have adjusted R-square is nice. Next to the classical assumption test, based on the results of research there is a violation of classical assumptions in this research is the Normality.

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PENGARUH KEPEMIMPINAN DAN INTEGRITAS TERHADAP KINERJA ANGGOTA POLISI MELALUI KEPUASAN KERJA SEBAGAI VARIABEL INTERVENING

Jurnal Riset Ekonomi dan Bisnis ◽

10.26623/jreb.v11i2.1081 ◽

2018 ◽

Vol 11 (2) ◽

pp. 128

Author(s):

Damar Tedja Sukmana ◽

Indarto Indarto

Keyword(s):

Regression Analysis ◽

Data Analysis ◽

Multiple Regression Analysis ◽

Police Officer ◽

Multiple Regression ◽

Work Satisfaction ◽

Sampling Technique ◽

Measuring Instrument ◽

Officer Performance ◽

The Relationship

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui hubungan antara kepemimpinan dan integritas terhadap kinerja anggota polri Ditreskrimum Polda Jateng dengan kepuasan kerja sebagai variabel intervening. Sampel penelitian 96anggota polri Ditreskrimum Polda Jateng yang didapatkan dengan teknik purposive sampling. Alat ukur yang digunakan pada penelitian ini adalah SmartPLS 3.0. Metode analisis data yang digunakan pada penelitian ini adalah analisis regresi berganda. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa semua variabel independen (kepemimpinan dan integritas) mempengaruhi kinerja anggota polri Ditreskrimum Polda Jateng secara langsung. Kepuasan kerja Gaya kepemimpinan mempengaruhi kinerja anggota polri Ditreskrimum Polda Jateng sementara kepuasan kerjaterbukti sebagai variabel mediasi antara kepemimpian dan integritas terhadap kinerja anggota Polri. This study aims to determine the relationship between leadership and integrity to police officer performance at Ditreskrimum Polda Jateng with work satisfaction as intervening variable. The research sample was 96 members of the police officerDitreskrimum Polda Jateng obtained by purposive sampling technique. Measuring instrument used in this study is Smart PLS 3.0. Methods of data analysis used in this study is a multiple regression analysis. The results showed that all variable independent (leadership and integrity) affent to police officer performance directly. work satisfaction affent to police officer performance and work satisfaction as intervening variable between leadership and integrity to police officer performance.

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