Improved ergonomic layout designof metro control center basedon virtual simulation technologyand genetic algorithm

For the existing control center layout methods do not have targeted measures to implement human factors requirements, this paper puts forward a specific human factors design method for metro control center layout. This method covers the overall process of ergonomic standards and actual engineering requirements in personal space determination, overall location design, and personnel post layout. It introduces discrete personnel simulation to assist in physical control center layout design for the controllers’ safety. To make the posts between the unified lines and the connections between the lines more reasonable, an improved genetic algorithm is used to solve the Systematic Layout Planning. This design flow and algorithm can be quickly adapted according to the project’s actual needs and the application of human factors guidelines. This method is also suitable for the layout planning and design of similar large spaces, large numbers of people, and complex associated control centers.

Hanzhao Qiu, Weining Fang 1, Jianxin Wang.Improved ergonomic layout design of metro control center based on virtual simulation technology and genetic algorithm.Scientific Reports.(2023) 13:21433.| https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-023-47671-y.