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A Conceptual Framework for Implementing AI in Digital Human Modelling Tools
University of Skövde, School of Engineering Science. University of Skövde, Virtual Engineering Research Environment. (Socio-TEchnicAl SysteMs Engineering (STEAM))ORCID iD: 0000-0002-3129-7076
University of Skövde, School of Engineering Science. University of Skövde, Virtual Engineering Research Environment. (Socio-TEchnicAl SysteMs Engineering (STEAM))ORCID iD: 0000-0003-4596-3815
Fraunhofer-Chalmers Centre, Gothenburg, Sweden.ORCID iD: 0009-0003-9027-6026
University of Skövde, School of Engineering Science. University of Skövde, Virtual Engineering Research Environment. Department of Engineering, Volvo Construction Equipment, Arvika, Sweden. (Socio-TEchnicAl SysteMs Engineering (STEAM))ORCID iD: 0000-0002-7232-9353
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2026 (English)In: Advances in Digital Human Modeling III: Proceedings of the 10th International Digital Human Modeling Symposium, DHM 2026, July 1-3, 2026, Maribor, Slovenia / [ed] Gregor Harih; Vasja Plesec, Cham: Springer, 2026, p. 104-113Conference paper, Published paper (Refereed)
Abstract [en]

Digital human modelling (DHM) tools enable engineers to assess ergonomic conditions and predict risk factors before workstation designs are finalized, supporting proactive approaches to workplace safety. Despite these advantages, DHM tools remain underutilized in industry compared with computer aided design (CAD) and other digital engineering tools. Key documented barriers of the adoption of DHM tools include steep learning curves, requirements for specialized ergonomics expertise, time-consuming manual setup of simulations, and limited documentation resources. Meanwhile, advances in artificial intelligence (AI), particularly large language models (LLMs), offer new possibilities for supporting engineering workflows through natural-language interaction and automated analysis. However, structured approaches for integrating AI into DHM tools are largely absent. This paper proposes a framework for integrating AI capabilities into DHM tools and presents a prototype implementation to assess feasibility. The framework defines four functional roles: Dialog (natural-language interaction), Expert (documentation-grounded guidance), Analyser (ergonomics data interpretation), and Executor (command translation to simulation operations). The prototype, connected to a commercial DHM tool, demonstrates how AI-based support can guide users through modelling steps, automate repetitive tasks, and identify critical ergonomic indicators, illustrating how such support could potentially lower the threshold for non-expert users, reduce manual effort, and contribute to more systematic design of workstations that support worker well-being. The current work focuses on the conceptual framework and technical feasibility; formal user validation remains as future work.

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Cham: Springer, 2026. p. 104-113
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Lecture Notes in Networks and Systems, ISSN 2367-3370, E-ISSN 2367-3389 ; 2173
Keywords [en]
Artificial intelligence, Digital human modelling, Ergonomics, Large language model, Human-AI interaction
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Production Engineering, Human Work Science and Ergonomics Human Computer Interaction
Research subject
Socio-TEchnicAl SysteMs Engineering (STEAM); VF-KDO
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URN: urn:nbn:se:his:diva-26962DOI: 10.1007/978-3-032-30159-8_9Scopus ID: 2-s2.0-105048236217ISBN: 978-3-032-30158-1 (print)ISBN: 978-3-032-30159-8 (electronic)OAI: oai:DiVA.org:his-26962DiVA, id: diva2:2092804
Conference
10th International Digital Human Modeling Symposium, DHM 2026, July 1-3, 2026, Maribor, Slovenia
Projects
LITMUS: Leveraging Industry 4.0 Technologies for Human-Centric Sustainable ProductionAI support and digital human models for Time Data Management: TIMEBLY 2
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Virtual factories with knowledge-driven optimization (VF-KDO), Knowledge Foundation
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© 2026 The Author(s), under exclusive license to Springer Nature Switzerland AG

This work has been done within the VF-KDO research profile and the LITMUS project funded by The Knowledge Foundation, and the TIMEBLY 2 project funded by Vinnova, and by the participating organizations. Their support is gratefully acknowledged.

Available from: 2026-08-17 Created: 2026-08-17 Last updated: 2026-09-11Bibliographically approved

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