ERGONOMIC ANALYSIS AND USER COMFORT OF THE CHEVROLET COBALT INSTRUMENT PANEL
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Automotive ergonomics, instrument panel design, Chevrolet Cobalt, user comfort, knee clearance, headlight adjustment, driver safety, steering column design, seat adjustment.Abstract
This article is dedicated to the analysis of the ergonomics and user comfort of the Chevrolet Cobalt vehicle's instrument panel. The study reviews general ergonomic requirements for instrument panels, evaluates the conformity of the Chevrolet Cobalt to these standards, and highlights specific problems faced by tall drivers—particularly knee contact with the headlight adjustment switch. The analysis helps identify the strengths and weaknesses in the vehicle's interior design and provides recommendations for future ergonomic improvements.
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