Philip Agee
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Philip Agee is a leading researcher at the intersection of construction engineering and occupational ergonomics, with a primary focus on mitigating work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WMSDs) among skilled trades workers. His most cited work, "Industry Perception of the Suitability of Wearable Robot for Construction Work" (2023, 42 citations), critically examines the adoption barriers and potential of back-support exoskeletons for pipe workers—a population subjected to debilitating forward bending tasks. Agee’s contributions are distinguished by his pragmatic, industry-facing approach: rather than simply developing new technologies, he rigorously evaluates how wearable robots are perceived by the construction workforce, bridging the gap between engineering innovation and real-world usability. His research has been instrumental in identifying key factors—such as comfort, task interference, and safety culture—that determine whether exoskeletons are actually adopted on job sites. By centering the worker’s perspective, Agee has helped shift the conversation from technical capability to human-centered implementation, making his work essential reading for both researchers and practitioners seeking to reduce back injuries in one of the most physically demanding industries.
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