motion study

noun

1. time and motion study.

motion study

noun

1. short for time and motion study

Word History and Origins

Origin of motion study¹

First recorded in 1910–15

Example Sentences

The great value of micro-motion study is that it facilitates the transmission of skill from man to record.

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Micro-motion study by the aid of the cinematograph is still in its infancy.

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Mr. Frank B. Gilbreth, who has brought micro-motion study prominently before the public, has devoted years to the subject.

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Here we note only that the task is built up of elementary units measured by motion study, time study, and micro-motion study.

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Also motion study and time study determine exactly how a tool or a piece of equipment can best be used.

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